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Facebook's new privacy system: Pros and cons

The set-up page doesn't seem to be designed for the users of the service, but rather seems set up to get users to give Facebook more permission than they should, to put their private data in the public sphere. Here's how to fix it.

Please Explain: 2G vs. 3G

In this edition of Please Explain we answer one of the most frequently asked questions by readers of CNET: "What is the difference between 2G and 3G?"

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Reviews

  • Optus Wireless Connect

    Optus' combo PC Card ticks every box on the wireless menu, including 3G, GPRS and Wi-Fi, to serve road warriors with a smorgasbord of connectivity.

  • LaCie Safe Mobile Hard Drive (40GB)

    This fingerprint-protected drive is a great way to protect large quantities of data, but it lacks backup software.

  • Ipswitch WS_FTP Professional 2006

    WS_FTP Professional 2006 handles all of your file transfer needs, from simple Web site updates to secure compressed data transfer for serious business applications.

  • Netgear WGU624

    The WGU624 offers a well-rounded amalgam of fast throughput, long range, and tight data security.

  • ZoneAlarm Security Suite

    ZoneAlarm Security Suite puts Norton Internet Security and McAfee Internet Security to shame with its easy-to-use features.

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Features

  • Google updates Toolbar

    Google released its Google Toolbar 4.0 publicly on Monday, which includes new custom buttons and lets people run search queries directly on any Web site from their toolbar.

  • Broadband on the move - Australian 3G data card round-up

    Road warriors rejoice - 3G data cards are bringing some long awaited speed to mobile Internet access. We take a look at offerings from the major Australian carriers.

  • More wires, more fire: FireWire 800

    FireWire 800 ups the speed ante, promising twice the data transfer rate of FireWire 400. But what does this mean for you?

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  • Telstra allows iPhone tethering

    Telstra has announced that it will allow its customers to tether iPhones. In a software update released over the weekend, the block preventing Telstra iPhones from being tethered was removed.

  • Facebook cleans up its privacy controls

    Facebook will transition users to new settings through use of an opt-in tool as it works to make more profile content public. Also, as expected, it does away with regional networks.

  • Optus: $9.99 to use iPhone as modem

    Optus has outlined the additional cost its iPhone customers face if they want to use their device as a modem.

  • 3 turns on Telstra 3G roaming

    3 Mobile customers will enjoy expanded access to 3G network services, provided they own a compatible handset.

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DIYs and How-to

  • How much mobile data do you need?

    Trying to add up your potential data usage may seem like a nightmare, but a little common sense could save you money when signing your next contract.

  • The best ways to back up your data

    Backing up your hard drive is something you should do regularly, but because of forgetfulness, the unpleasantness, or just plain laziness, you put it off. Before you know it, the drive takes a dive, and all your files are gone for good.

  • Five tips for stealthy Facebooking

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

  • DIY: Double up your data

    RAID arrays aren't just for big businesses. Back up your data and boost your storage with these tips.

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The Explain Series

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