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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.

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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.
D-Link Wireless N Router DIR-615

At a very affordable price, the D-Link Wireless N Router DIR-615 makes a great entry-level Wireless-N router and would satisfy most situations where a wireless network is needed.
Asus RT-N16 Wireless Router

Asus' high-end wireless router has plenty of throughput grunt, but we do wish the company would offer better support documentation.
Asus RT-N13U Wireless N Router with All-In-One Printer Server

Asus' inexpensive 802.11n router is a bit of a bargain, although it does also bring with it some bargain basement sensibilities.
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.
Netgear Wireless-N Router WNR2000

The Netgear Wireless-N Router WNR2000 is a good fit for those who just need a simple wireless network and the ability to control access to the internet.
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.
D-Link Xtreme N Storage Router DIR-685

The D-Link Xtreme N Storage Router DIR-685 is a very good single-band Wireless-N router; however, its extra features hardly justify the price.

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Features

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.
Draft N wireless routers: get ready for 802.11n

Draft N (of the upcoming 802.11n) is the latest wireless networking standard, and while 802.11n is not finally ratified, it does promise better speed, throughput, range and dependability. CNET.com.au explores its promise and reviews the latest Draft N gear on the Australian market.
Four far-reaching routers

If you're lucky enough to have a palatial abode, you'll need a router that can cast a far-reaching network so that you can be connected in the most remote corners of your home.
Catch the new wave in wireless networking: 802.11n

A new WiFi standard, 802.11n and its powerful smart-antenna technology called MIMO, are about to change the face of networking. Here's how it works.

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News

Wiimote hack improves real-life tennis game

Mans Shapshak, an avid tennis player as well as a gear hacker, has come up with a novel way to combine fake tennis with real tennis to improve his real-world game using a hacked Wiimote.
D-Link DIR-685: When wireless routing is just part of the job

At CES 2009, Dong Ngo was more than impressed by the all-new Xtreme N Storage DIR-685 wireless router.
Trendnet shrinks Draft N wireless router

Trendnet has introduced a 300Mbps Wireless N Travel Router, the TEW-654TR, that fits in your pocket.
Netgear's wireless router goes mobile

Today at CES, Netgear introduced its 3G-only mobile router, the MBR624GU.

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DIYs and How-to

I'm looking for a reasonable wireless Internet plan that will not break the bank.

I'm looking for a reasonable wireless Internet plan that will not break the bank.
Ten mistakes to avoid when buying Wi-Fi

Before you hand over your hard-earned money on new wireless networking gear for your home, check out our list of tips that will help you avoid buyer's remorse.
How to secure your wireless network

As convenient as wireless networks are to use, they can also be easy to hack if you don't have the proper security.
DIY: Start your VoIP DJ career

Want to create your own streaming radio station? We show you how with this simple hack.

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Downloads

VNN-Enterprise

Establish a virtual network without a VPN server.
A-Squared Anti-Malware

Enhance your PC defenses with extra shield against malware.
Tembria Server Monitor

Monitor and manage your servers, workstations and switches using a Web-based UI with dashboards.
DualDesk

Repair a remote PC.

Get (laptop) smart before you buy

Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
Microsoft Windows® 7. Your PC, simplified.

Windows® 7 has been designed to be more reliable, more responsive, and to make the things you do every day easier.
Whereis® maps

If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.