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Chrome OS: Screenshots
It's the new kid in OS town and has been attracting attention from all quarters. Although far from complete, we decided to take an early build of Chrome OS for a spin.
Security suites for 2010
Most vendors have updated their software solutions for 2010. We round-up what's on offer.
Reviews
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Kogan Blu-ray Player BD 2.0
The renewed Kogan Blu-ray player is a bargain, with many of the niceties of much more expensive players but you can't expect video precision for the price.
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Western Digital My Book World Edition (2TB)
The Western Digital My Book World Edition is a fast, simple to use, plug and play NAS that unfortunately lacks many features and has sub-par remote access performance.
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Sony SRS ZX1 Stereo Speakers
Sony's stereo speakers, while fashionable, including dual inputs and a remote, are overly expensive at AU$599, especially for computer speakers.
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Optus USB Slimline Modem
The Optus USB modem works as advertised, but fluctuations in service and a few software bugs have hampered our experience during testing.
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Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2
Microsoft's release should retain its browser base but doesn't yet have enough to lure loyal Firefox users back to Internet Explorer.
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Vodafone Internet Stick
For those blessed with excellent 3G reception in their homes the Vodafone Internet Stick will serve you well. Be sure to check Vodafone's coverage map before coughing up the cash.
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Adobe Media Player 1.0
Adobe's Media Player is an excellent application that is beautifully designed and easy to use. Shame about the currently available content.
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Nokia N810 Internet Tablet
Its excellent, sleek design doesn't cover for its sluggish performance.
Features
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Wireless networking demystified
With so many options, which network set-up is best for you?
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Twitter-integrated TV: Stepping into the time warp?
Some viewers would eat it up; others would ignore it. But packaged right by the industry, Twitter could easily become the biggest thing in interactive TV since Dr Frank-N-Furter played the hot dog.
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50 significant moments from internet history
We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet.
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Naked DSL: Australian service provider roundup
This roundup of thirteen of Australia's largest internet service providers looks into who's got naked DSL broadband already, who doesn't, and who wants to.
News
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Motorola Droid will run Android 2.0?
The Android news keeps getting better and better. The latest rumour from the US is that the soon to be released Motorola Droid will run Android OS version 2.0.
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Energy-aware internet routing coming soon
Researchers say they have developed a routing algorithm that can help big internet companies reduce their energy bills by millions of dollars.
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BYO in-flight movies?
Airlines should scrap "obsolete" in-flight entertainment, says air-tech guru.
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New HDMI standard brings internet to TV
The latest HDMI specification will offer networking capabilities with Ethernet connectivity and add an Audio Return Channel to enable upstream audio connections via the HDMI cable.
DIYs and How-to
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How much mobile data do you need?
Trying to add up your potential data usage may seem like a nightmare, but a little common sense could save you money when signing your next contract.
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How to avoid suspicious websites
Nine tips to help you spot — and avoid — scandalous, spoofed and spyware-prone websites.
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How to store your files online
Six options for sharing, backing up and storing your files online.
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Avoiding downloading pitfalls
Downloads always breaking? Follow our handy pointers to get the most out of your Internet connection.
Downloads
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ShaPlus Bandwidth Meter
View bandwidth consumed for the session, day, or month.
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VNN-Enterprise
Establish a virtual network without a VPN server.
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Safe Eyes
Restrict access to harmful Web sites.
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Egg Timer Plus
Time different activities and get sound notification on completion.
The Explain Series
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Get (laptop) smart before you buy
Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
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Microsoft Windows® 7. Your PC, simplified.
Windows® 7 has been designed to be more reliable, more responsive, and to make the things you do every day easier.
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Whereis® maps
If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.
Videos
Image Galleries
| Apple iPhone 3GS 32GB | 35 plans |  1% |
| Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB | 35 plans |  3% |
| Nokia N97 | 41 plans | 2% |
| Sony Ericsson Satio | 12 plans | 1% |
| Blackberry Curve 8520 | 6 plans | 1% |
| Apple mobile phones | 3% |
| Nokia mobile phones | 1% |
| Sony Ericsson mobile phones | 1% |
| Blackberry mobile phones | 2% |
| Samsung mobile phones | 2% |
