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Which broadband plan is right for me?
Confused about the variety of broadband plans on offer? Our quick and simple Australian broadband guide tells you what you need to know before you decide where to sign up.
Best PlayStation 3 games
With its Blu-ray and music features, Sony loves to spruik the PlayStation 3 as a multi-purpose home theatre centre, but face it, you wouldn't have one if you didn't want to play games. Here's our pick of the best.
Reviews
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Virgin Mobile Broadband WiFi modem
This WiFi modem/router works well and provides great value on some plans, but we're still left wanting better performance out of Virgin Mobile's actual broadband.
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Sony BDVIT1000
The Sony BDVIT1000 is a stylish 5.1 home theatre system featuring Blu-ray playback and wireless rear speakers.
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Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Mini
The Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Mini is a cut-down version of the company's premium iPod dock but boasts even more features.
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Edimax nLite 3G-6200n 3G Broadband Router
Edimax's nLite 3G-capable router might sucker you in with a bargain price point, but you'll pay a hefty frustration price along the way.
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D-Link Wireless N Router DIR-615
At a very affordable price, the D-Link Wireless N Router DIR-615 makes a great entry-level Wireless-N router and would satisfy most situations where a wireless network is needed.
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Asus RT-N16 Wireless Router
Asus' high-end wireless router has plenty of throughput grunt, but we do wish the company would offer better support documentation.
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Asus RT-N13U Wireless N Router with All-In-One Printer Server
Asus' inexpensive 802.11n router is a bit of a bargain, although it does also bring with it some bargain basement sensibilities.
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HP Officejet Pro 8500 Wireless
The HP Officejet Pro 8500 wireless makes a convincing inkjet argument for offices with a high volume of prints. With a function touchscreen, multiple networking options and an astoundingly fast print speed, it makes perfect sense to give this workhorse an Editors' Choice award.
Features
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Best digital photo frames
Why stick to a conventional photo frame that can show just one image, when you can have a digital photo frame to show off thousands of your happy snaps?
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Hands-free heaven: Bluetooth headset round-up
Bluetooth headsets are the way to go for anyone spending a lot of time chatting on a mobile. We look at four top contenders.
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How to network your home
We tackle one of the most complex tasks for a home user — how to set up a network in your own home.
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Wireless networking demystified
With so many options, which network set-up is best for you?
News
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Optus Wireless Broadband: Now cheaper, sort of
Optus is now offering its wireless broadband plans cheaper, but only for the first 12 months.
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Aussie web data consumption doubles
Australian internet users now consume twice as much data than they did a year ago, but figures by Australian Bureau of Statistics reveal there are still over 200,000 businesses and government agencies on a dial-up connection.
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802.11n Wi-Fi standard finally approved
After seven years, the new, faster standard for wireless networking finally makes it past the draft stage.
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Race V8 Supercars in Forza Motorsport 3
Fans of the local racing scene will be pleased to hear that eight Australian V8 Supercars will be appearing in the upcoming Xbox 360-exclusive Forza Motorsport 3.
DIYs and How-to
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Choose the right Bluetooth headset
Bluetooth headsets have become essential for anyone who spends a great deal of time on the road — here's how they work and what to look for when you're choosing one.
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Kill GPRS to make Virgin Broadband fly
After struggling with Virgin Mobile's broadband over 3G for a couple of weeks, I discovered a modem tweak that has completely changed my Internet experience.
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Fast fixes for 10 common Wi-Fi problems
If wireless network problems are leaving you befuddled, these valuable tips can help you make a better connection.
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How to find out who's using your wireless
How to know whether your neighbours or others are using your wireless network is rather complicated.
Downloads
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FlashRecall
Remind yourself not to forget your plugged in flash drive when you shutdown Windows.
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Keyspan USB Twin Serial Adapter
Driver for the USB twin serial adapter.
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USBDeview
Scan your computer for USB devices that are currently connected.
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FreeCommander
Manage your files or data.
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.
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Commonwealth Bank Mobile Banking
Bank anywhere, anytime. Learn more.
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Nokia Navigation
The introduction of GPS adds a new dimension of 'social navigation'.
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| Apple iPhone 3GS 32GB | 35 plans |  1% |
| Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB | 35 plans |  3% |
| Nokia N97 | 42 plans | 3% |
| Sony Ericsson Satio | 6 plans | 1% |
| Nokia 5800 XpressMusic | 35 plans | 1% |
| Apple mobile phones | 4% |
| Nokia mobile phones | 6% |
| Sony Ericsson mobile phones | 1% |
| Samsung mobile phones | 1% |
| Blackberry mobile phones | 1% |
