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Volkswagen Golf GT Sport TDI (Golf V, 2007)

A fine way to traverse Australia's vast distances, but we miss the Twincharger's up and at them attitude.

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FaceBreaker

FaceBreaker's impressive boxer-customisation options are overshadowed by terrible gameplay.

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Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09

Friendlier controls and a host of other improvements make Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09 great.

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Volkswagen Golf GT Sport TSI (Golf V, 2007)

The GT Sport TSI shape-shifts easily between a relaxed cruiser and inconspicuous hot-hatch, and the 1.4-litre Twincharger engine is an engineering marvel. But the GTI is just five grand more. Decisions, decisions.

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Nikon Coolpix S520

Despite its suave looks, the Nikon Coolpix S520 is a safe pair of hands rather than a glamorous catch. A light feature set and an absence of sexy characteristics mean it fails to stand out on any criteria except price — but it is a solid-gold bargain.

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Fuel-cell vehicles still stuck in first gear

As in years past, fuel cell-powered vehicles are the technology of the future, according to a report published on Thursday by the U.S. National Academies.

Conroy gives rural ISPs guidance on bush broadband

Communications Minister Senator Stephen Conroy has issued a new set of guidelines for ISPs servicing rural and regional Australia, on the back of the Federal government's decision to extend the Australian Broadband Guarantee as part of last Tuesday's budget.

As CDMA closes, another data door opens for the bush

While the relative merits of Next G vs CDMA as a mobile phone network will forever remain in question, no one seems to be arguing that Next G is winning out when it comes to data.

CDMA shutdown: Rural communities left in black spots

The official word from Telstra and the Federal government is that the Next G Network provides equivalent or superior coverage to CDMA. Try telling that to the people of Mangoplah, NSW.

Telstra's CDMA shutdown: No gain without pain?

As Telstra prepares to close off its CDMA network at the end of the month amidst concerns over customer migration to Next G, industry observers have said that after the dust settles the new network could hold promise for bush users.

How to take video in total darkness

All sorts of interesting things happen in the dark, but how do you take a video of them? These tips will help you shoot video in even the darkest places.

Watch out for data charges on your GPS phone

Thanks to the an almost undocumented feature on the Nokia 6110 Navigator, we unwittingly racked up over AU$50 in data charges the first month we used it. Read on to find out how to avoid our fate.

Digital Radio: All You Need To Know

Forget about AM and FM, digital radio is the way of the future. You'll want to tune in -- if you live in Sydney.

Google hacks

Think you know how to use a search engine? These three handy tips will help you get even more out of your Googling experience.

Master Microsoft Word

Tips to help you calculate and make PDF files without Acrobat, plus a systematic approach to fixing common Word frustrations.

Telstra's Next G Network reception — Your Say

With Telstra set to shut off its CDMA network we want to hear your comments and your experiences with the switch over to the Next G network.

Around the world in.... WiMax

WiMax, the controversial long range wireless broadband technology, is set to spread across rural Australia from next year -- but despite the outgoing Howard government's ambitious project, both fixed and mobile variants of the technology are already being deployed around the world.

GPS: not just for the car anymore

Declining prices and improved miniaturisation mean GPS is making its way out of the car and into other gadgets. You may never get lost again.

iTunes: Just how random is random?

Think that song has appeared in your playlists just a few too many times? David Braue puts the randomness of Apple's song shuffling to the test -- and finds some surprising results.

Blu-ray & HD DVD reach Australia, sort of

Next-generation DVD players are finally washing up on Australian shores. Trouble is, there's no content to go with them. Asher Moses gives you the low-down.

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GL Golf 2.17

Play 36 different holes in this exciting 3D golf game.

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Family E-Mail Spoofer Free Version 1.2

Send your friends spoof emails.

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Wilson's Almanac Yule and year-round festivities

Add a screensaver with 25 popular and obscure holidays throughout time and the seasons, including Festivus, Dyngus, and Walpurgisnacht.

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Bye Bye Bush

Count down the days until Bush is gone.

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B-2 Spirit Screensaver

Display images of the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber aircraft on your desktop.

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