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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.

Security suites for 2010

Most vendors have updated their software solutions for 2010. We round-up what's on offer.

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Reviews

AVG Anti-Virus 9.0

The feature-rich versions of popular security program AVG have been updated, with AVG Technologies claiming faster scan times, faster boot times and other under-the-hood improvements.
Microsoft Security Essentials

Microsoft Security Essentials is recommended for those who want something to set and ignore, but users who want more robust configuration choices or don't want to contribute to the cloud should look elsewhere.
Norton AntiVirus 2010

Norton AntiVirus 2010 builds on the immense progress made in last year's version, maintaining a low system profile while strengthening its security framework. It's not perfect, but even Symantec's detractors should check it out.
Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010

Going by older detection and removal numbers, Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware offers competent if basic security protection. However, so do many free competitors. This year, we recommend giving Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010 a pass.
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2010

Kaspersky's 2010 updates for its Internet Security and Anti-Virus programs introduce several useful features, including behavioural-based threat detection, program sandboxing and a gamer mode.
LG Xenon

Matching a touchscreen with a full-QWERTY keyboard at this price point is fantastic. Anyone looking to make their cyber-life mobile should check out the Xenon.
Lavasoft Anti-Virus Helix

Lavasoft, the publisher behind Ad-Aware security apps, unveils its first full-fledged antivirus application. Why is it nearly identical to Avira AntiVir?
Norton AntiVirus 2009

Norton AntiVirus 2009 hits all the right security notes, and its superior protection technologies might even win back some jaded anti-Symantec folks, though for some, technical support may continue to frustrate.

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Features

Top anti-spyware software

If you are using a Windows machine or even a Mac running Windows in a virtual environment, you need to pay attention to security. To get you started, we've rounded up the top free anti-spyware software options.
The top 10 songs the web brought back

Thanks to iTunes, YouTube, Guitar Hero and the like, it's possible for long-forgotten music to be revived in a big way — even if it had disappeared from the airwaves for a reason.
Australian music download services compared

If you're keen to boost your music collection without stepping away from the glow of your monitor, our quick guide to Australian download services will give you all the info you need.
50 significant moments from internet history

We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet.

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News

Foxtel iQ2Go backups in 12 months

Foxtel has enabled its free Download "catch up" service today, and customers will be able to backup their own recordings to PC within the next 12 months.
Foxtel launches Next Generation service

Foxtel launched its re-branded "Next Generation" service in Sydney today in a lavish "rocket-themed" event with 30 new channels, a handful of new services and updated pricing.
Foxtel offers TV downloads for free

Foxtel subscribers will soon be able to watch all of their channels on their PC for free with the launch of the Foxtel Download service.
Megaphone: Your guide to the mobile web

In this episode of Megaphone we explore the best ways to browse the web from your phone, looking at websites designed specifically for mobiles, and search engines that help you find them.

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DIYs and How-to

How to avoid suspicious websites

Nine tips to help you spot — and avoid — scandalous, spoofed and spyware-prone websites.
Tiny sites: a guide to the mobile Web

Tug on your boardies, slap zinc on your nose and let CNET.com.au guide you through the wonderful world of mobile Web surfing.
Watch downloads on your TV

Media wants to be free, but it should be accessible everywhere in your house too, especially on your TV. Find out how to play the files on your PC on a bigger screen.
Reduce digital photos for the Web

In this CNET quick tutorial, you will learn how to quickly reduce digital photos to e-mail and post on Web sites.

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Downloads

Standard Admin Icons

Enhance your software and Web sites.
Virtual AutumnTECH Standard Edition

Filter e-mail for spam and viruses within the VMware environment.
Skydom Messenger

Chat with your friends and other Skydom users.
Search Bucks

Make money from your daily searches.

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.