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HTC Hero Australian hands-on

We've seen many photos of the Hero but never got our hands on it until now. Read about how we finally got the opportunity to see this phone in person, and dug below its sexy surface to find some of the real innovations on offer.

Safari 4

Apple is touting Safari 4 as the fastest browser on the web for both Windows and Mac. Depending on your computer's specs that may indeed be true. However, if you need more than speed, Safari may not be the best choice.

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Reviews

Apple iPod Touch (2nd generation)

If you've been holding back, now is the time: the second-gen Touch is an excellent media player, and the addition of third-party apps extends the fun for everyone, no matter where your interests lie.
Chrome (beta)

Google has rethought the Internet browser — some of its basic underpinnings are quite novel — but users will recognise some features as they exist in other, open-source browsers on the market today.
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.
Firefox 3

If only for the speed, lightness of being and security alone, Firefox remains our Editors' Choice for best internet browser.
Apple MacBook (White, 2.16GHz)

The latest MacBook looks identical to the old model but benefits from faster components. As a result, it's even better value for money.
Apple iPhone

Despite some flaws, the Apple iPhone sets a new benchmark for an integrated phone and MP3 player.
Netscape 8

If you haven't looked at Netscape in a while, version 8 is worth it for its added security and extra features.
Internet Explorer 6 (with Windows XP SP2)

Venerable Internet Explorer is showing its age among the hot, young field of browsers led by Mozilla's Firefox.

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Features

Online transaction security: Tips for staying safe

Many people regularly bank and shop online with ease, confident that the millions of transactions that take place each day are secure. Good safeguards are in place, but as the internet is constantly susceptible to new threats, these best practices will help you keep your money and financial information safe.
Browser battle: IE 8 vs Opera 9.5 vs Safari vs Firefox 3

A rundown on the latest versions of all the main browsers: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari and Opera. Oh, and don't forget Flock!
Microsoft and Google give away office space

Microsoft and Google are offering free online packages to put your company's touch on its communications and to help build basic Web sites.
IE vs. the world: six Web browsers compared

Thinking of ditching IE for something else? We take a look at your alternatives.

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News

Apple iPhone vs. Palm Pre

In 2009, is it out with the old and in with the new, or do you stick with the devil you know? Only a tech death match can decide!
Google talks Chrome Mac and Linux by July, extensions

Google on Friday said it hopes to release Chrome for Mac OS X and Linux by the first half of the year, and it released a new version on Wednesday that paves the way for the most requested feature: extensions.
Google Chrome faster than Firefox, IE, Safari

Google introduced Chrome in part because it wants faster browsing and the richer Web applications that speed will unlock. So how does Chrome actually stack up?
Numbers game: Macs safe but not so secure

The scalp of Mac OS X has been waved trophy-like after being hacked in controlled environments, yet security researchers are hard pressed remembering the last time a Mac was compromised in the wild.

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DIYs and How-to

Five tips for stealthy Facebooking

Want to spend all day on Facebook without getting caught? Here's how.

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Downloads

BrowserSeal

Capture an image of your Web site under multiple browsers and instantly inspect the differences.
Web Audio Maker

make audio for website & play instantly
Web Historian

Review browser history to determine what Web sites have been visited and e-mail systems accessed.

Get (laptop) smart before you buy

Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
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.
Whereis® maps

If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.