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Which broadband plan is right for me?
Confused about the variety of broadband plans on offer? Our quick and simple Australian broadband guide tells you what you need to know before you decide where to sign up.
Best digital photo frames
Why stick to a conventional photo frame that can show just one image, when you can have a digital photo frame to show off thousands of your happy snaps?
Reviews
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Virgin Mobile Broadband WiFi modem
This WiFi modem/router works well and provides great value on some plans, but we're still left wanting better performance out of Virgin Mobile's actual broadband.
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Sony BDVIT1000
The Sony BDVIT1000 is a stylish 5.1 home theatre system featuring Blu-ray playback and wireless rear speakers.
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EOS Wireless multi-room iPod dock
Given its price and average sound, the EOS only makes sense if you absolutely need to stream music from one room to another.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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HP Officejet Pro 8500 Wireless
The HP Officejet Pro 8500 wireless makes a convincing inkjet argument for offices with a high volume of prints. With a function touchscreen, multiple networking options and an astoundingly fast print speed, it makes perfect sense to give this workhorse an Editors' Choice award.
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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Hands-free heaven: Bluetooth headset round-up
Bluetooth headsets are the way to go for anyone spending a lot of time chatting on a mobile. We look at four top contenders.
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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.
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Wireless networking demystified
With so many options, which network set-up is best for you?
News
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Aussie web data consumption doubles
Australian internet users now consume twice as much data than they did a year ago, but figures by Australian Bureau of Statistics reveal there are still over 200,000 businesses and government agencies on a dial-up connection.
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802.11n Wi-Fi standard finally approved
After seven years, the new, faster standard for wireless networking finally makes it past the draft stage.
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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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Telstra to offer Next G ready laptops
Telstra has teamed up with Acer to add notebooks and laptops to its Next G range of devices, offering these machines on similar monthly contracts it sells mobile phones on.
DIYs and How-to
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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.
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Choose the right Bluetooth headset
Bluetooth headsets have become essential for anyone who spends a great deal of time on the road — here's how they work and what to look for when you're choosing one.
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How to store your files online
Six options for sharing, backing up and storing your files online.
Downloads
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Febooti fileTweak Download Speed
Measure and compare downloading speed on various connections.
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Radiotracker
Listen and record your favorite music from online radio stations.
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CommView for WiFi
Monitor and analyze 802.11 a/b/g/n networks.
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Lalim Dial-up Password Recovery
View your forgotten dial-up password.
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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Commonwealth Bank Mobile Banking
Bank anywhere, anytime. Learn more.
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Nokia Navigation
The introduction of GPS adds a new dimension of 'social navigation'.


























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