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How to record streaming audio

Many online music sites prefer to stream songs rather than serving them up as downloadable files. Here's a free way to record the audio as MP3s.

How to share files between Office and iWork

Sharing between these two office suites is possible but clunky. Follow our guide to make sharing between Apple iWork and Microsoft Office easier.

CNET.com.au's GPS Buying Guide

Prices for GPS devices have come down in the last year and many of us are looking at jumping on the bandwagon. We take a look at how it works, why you should (or shouldn't) buy a GPS, as well as key features to look out for.

Tips and tricks for shooting a wedding video

So you've been entrusted to videotape your sibling/cousin/best mate's wedding, what do you do now?

Macro tips for your point-and-shoot

It's never too close for comfort when it comes to snapping close-up shots.

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.

Digital photo basics

Whether you've just bought a digital camera or are in the market for one, you'll learn the basics of buying and using a digicam in this introductory primer on digital photography.

Flash of brilliance: Using hotshoe strobes

Get the most out of your digital SLR and flash unit with these hot tips.

Camcorder formats: which one is best?

Prospective camcorder buyers are faced with a choice of four types of camcorder recording media: hard disk, flash memory, MiniDV/HDV tapes, or mini-DVD. We run through the pros and cons of all four formats to make your purchasing journey a little less like a trip through Dante's nine circles of hell.

Should I get a smartphone?

Smartphones offer the functions of a mobile phone and a PDA in one device, but they are not for everyone. Here's what you need to know before buying one.

Laptop lowdown: 25 things you need to know to buy the perfect notebook

In the market for a new notebook? Check out our list of 25 things you need to consider before you hit the shops.

Dual boot Windows XP and Vista

Already got XP installed, but want to try Vista? Here's how to run both at once.

Print, save and organise your digital photos

Learn how to organise your images so that they're easy to find, safely backed up, optimised for printing and much more. Once your digital photographs are transferred to your PC, learn how to "process" them for the best possible results.

Camera phone buying guide

Digital cameras have become an inseparable component of mobile phone technology. With the quality of these cameras continually improving, CNET.com.au is here to guide you through the various pitfalls of separating the gems from the junk.

Digital photo pro secrets

Learn the secrets of getting great, clear photographs no matter what the situation. This guide teaches you the fundamentals of digital photography, and reveals the tricks pro photographers use to get great images of people, objects, live action, and much more.

Grab and convert YouTube videos in one go

Here are five hand-picked apps that can download FLV video files and convert them for viewing on mobile devices.

Better Photos for eBay and Other Online Auctions

In this CNET quick tutorial, you will learn how to take great photographs of your for sale items in online auctions.

Tech support for your parents

Perhaps the best gift you can give your parents this Christmas is some tech support. We offer some guidance on how to keep their sanity and yours.

Build the perfect baby video

With the imminent arrival of a new baby, your life will become a whirlwind. If you're planning to capture the whole experience on video, plan carefully and you'll have a priceless record of those fleeting early days.

Avoiding downloading pitfalls

Downloads always breaking? Follow our handy pointers to get the most out of your Internet connection.

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