Tag: notebook

Renovating? Don't forget to network

Been doing a bit of renovating? Before you install the plasterboard and start painting, consider spending an afternoon to run a local area network (LAN) through your house.

Making the most of Skype video-calling

Skype High Quality video-calling can help shrink the distance between yourself and loved ones overseas, but you may need to fork out for some new tech. We take a look at what you need.

Eight tips to make your home eco-friendly

Cnet.com.au's top tips to turn your home into a more eco-friendly household.

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.

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.

Top 10 FAQs for Notebooks

Buying a laptop can be a daunting experience -- lucky CNET is here to help you through!

Windows Vista 101: an overview of the basics

Microsoft's newest operating system may have arrived in early 2007, but many people are still reluctant to make the switch. But is now the time to upgrade from XP? What's changed? Take a look at this tutorial to learn everything you need to know about basic Windows Vista operation.

VoIP guide: Voice over IP in Australia

Making phone calls over the Internet isn't just for the tech savvy anymore. Using VoIP (or Voice over Internet Protocol) is easier than ever before, with several services out there that can help drastically reduce your phone bill. Here's everything you need to know about VoIP in Australia.

Fast fixes for 10 common Wi-Fi problems

If wireless network problems are leaving you befuddled, these valuable tips can help you make a better connection.

Windows Vista Basics

Vista is more than a pretty new face for Windows; it has a bunch of new and re-designed features. We show you the ropes and help you get the most of Microsoft's lastest OS.

Should I buy a computer now or wait for Vista-focused chips to appear?

I am looking to buy a new computer to replace my current aging model. But I am curious to if it is worth buying a new computer now or waiting till Intel releases their new processor chips geared towards Windows Vista.

How to clean up your laptop

In this project, we'll show you how to get inside and clean the guts of your laptop, and how to keep it looking spiffy on the outside, too.

DIY: Desktop buying guide

What you need to know -- from finding the type of PC that fits your lifestyle to catching up on all of the latest trends.

100 tips to speed up your software

Do more faster with these amazingly useful shortcuts.

How to build a wireless network

CNET.com.au's step-by-step guide to using a wireless router to share an Internet connection and build a wireless network at home.

Notebook shopping checklist

Processors, memory, hard drives, screens, graphics cards, optical drives, connectivity. What should you be looking out for?

CNET.com.au's quick guide to buying a home theatre projector

Our quick guide helps you identify the key features that matter most when shopping for a projector.

10 things to do before installing Vista

Windows Vista's enhanced functionality and snazzy Aero Glass visual effects will demand steeper hardware requirements for the machines you support. Check this list to make sure you cover all the bases before deciding what Vista versions those machines will be able to run.

Wireless networking made easy

Wireless networking doesn't have to be brain-meltingly difficult. This CNET.com.au tutorial will walk you through the steps in setting up a Windows-based network to ensure that it remains robust and secure.

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