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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.

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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Reviews

  • 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.

  • iiNet BoB wireless modem

    iiNet customers who yearn for a simple networking life will do well out of BoB, although like most routers, it's not without its quirks.

  • Optus E1762 USB Modem

    The hardware performs its part of the equation just fine, but if you're considering Optus' wireless broadband make sure you take advantage of its seven-day trial period.

  • Linksys WRT160N Wireless-N broadband router

    The Linksys WRT160N Wireless-N broadband router has consistent performance, good range, a helpful software application, and a good set of networking features. Its lack of gigabit and USB support are the only major knocks against it.

  • Engin oneHub ST790

    Engin's oneHub benefits from simplicity, but also suffers from it in comparison to other all-in-one router/VoIP solutions.

  • Edimax nMax AR-7265Wn Wireless 802.11n ADSL2/2+ modem router

    Edimax's 802.11n router combines a perfect storm of poor throughput and unfriendly set-up routines to make a modem/router that's incredibly easy to pass by.

  • 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.

  • Linksys WAG160N Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway

    Linksys' WAG160N resides in an attractive package, and manages better than most Wireless N routers. Better than most, but still nowhere near the hype.

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Features

  • 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.

  • Network buying guide

    Here's what you need to know about networking, from the standards and technologies to the best products for your home or office.

  • Top 10 wireless modem/routers

    Routers, particularly wireless ones, are always a bit of an unknown quantity. These are our top 10 picks for wireless routers and modem/routers, for you to be able to make a more informed choice.

  • Mobile broadband: HSDPA modem round-up

    We test the latest HSDPA mobile broadband hardware on the 3G networks of Telstra's Next G, Vodafone, Optus and 3 Mobile.

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  • Telstra boosts Melbourne cable to 100Mbps

    Telstra has announced an upgrade to its HFC broadband network within Melbourne as well as its Velocity fibre-to-the-home network and will begin trailing a new TV set-top box.

  • Internode cuts 3G modem prices

    Broadband provider Internode has cut the price of its 3G modem range by $50.

  • 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.

  • Telstra to offer Next G ready laptops

    Telstra has teamed up with Acer to add notebooks and laptops to its Next G range of devices, offering these machines on similar monthly contracts it sells mobile phones on.

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