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Top 10 tips for festive season photos
Don't get left out in the cold this Christmas with sub-standard photos. We've got 10 photographic tips to help you get the best out of your festive season celebrations.
Chrome OS: Screenshots
It's the new kid in OS town and has been attracting attention from all quarters. Although far from complete, we decided to take an early build of Chrome OS for a spin.
Reviews
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Optus USB Slimline Modem
The Optus USB modem works as advertised, but fluctuations in service and a few software bugs have hampered our experience during testing.
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Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2
Microsoft's release should retain its browser base but doesn't yet have enough to lure loyal Firefox users back to Internet Explorer.
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Vodafone Internet Stick
For those blessed with excellent 3G reception in their homes the Vodafone Internet Stick will serve you well. Be sure to check Vodafone's coverage map before coughing up the cash.
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Adobe Media Player 1.0
Adobe's Media Player is an excellent application that is beautifully designed and easy to use. Shame about the currently available content.
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Nokia N810 Internet Tablet
Its excellent, sleek design doesn't cover for its sluggish performance.
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Norton Internet Security 2008
While Symantec's protection is solid, the overall user experience within Norton Internet Security 2008 could be much, much better. Not all the features work together and use fewer system resources.
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McAfee Internet Security Suite 2008
McAfee Internet Security 2008 trounces Norton Internet Security 2008, offering a better designed product with more security tools.
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Nokia N800
While not a phone, Nokia's N-Series N800 makes Skype and Google Talk calls over a Wi-Fi connection. Sporting a 4-inch touchscreen display the N800 plays back a wide range of multimedia formats and allows you to surf the Web using a built-in Opera browser, and keep connected with instant messaging buddies.
Features
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Security suites for 2010
Most vendors have updated their software solutions for 2010. We round-up what's on offer.
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Wireless networking demystified
With so many options, which network set-up is best for you?
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Perfectly calibrate your LCD TV
Want to adjust your flat-panel TV to get the best image for your DVDs? Here's how.
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Tips for shooting extreme weather
As Sydney awoke this morning to a blanket of orange haze and Armageddon-esque forecasts, everyone was reaching for their digital camera or mobile phone to grab a shot.
News
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Samsung Jet joins Icon family
Samsung Australia was expected to launch four handsets in its Icon range yesterday, but instead launched five, adding the Samsung Jet to the group of touchscreen devices on show.
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Energy-aware internet routing coming soon
Researchers say they have developed a routing algorithm that can help big internet companies reduce their energy bills by millions of dollars.
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BYO in-flight movies?
Airlines should scrap "obsolete" in-flight entertainment, says air-tech guru.
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Samsung launches Icon smartphones for Australia
Samsung will launch four very different touchscreen smartphones under one name, calling them the Icon range.
DIYs and How-to
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Desktop digest: 13 things you need to know to buy the perfect desktop
Despite the laptop gaining strength as the PC du jour in recent times, the desktop still has a place in the home. Here are our top 25 things to consider before buying or building your own desktop.
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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.
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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.
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How to avoid suspicious websites
Nine tips to help you spot — and avoid — scandalous, spoofed and spyware-prone websites.
Downloads
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Falco Chess
Play a 3D chess game.
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UIFriend
Access your display settings with ease.
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ShaPlus Bandwidth Meter
View bandwidth consumed for the session, day, or month.
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VNN-Enterprise
Establish a virtual network without a VPN server.
The Explain Series
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Get (laptop) smart before you buy
Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
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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.
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Whereis® maps
If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.
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