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Facebook's new privacy system: Pros and cons

The set-up page doesn't seem to be designed for the users of the service, but rather seems set up to get users to give Facebook more permission than they should, to put their private data in the public sphere. Here's how to fix it.

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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Reviews

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.
Skype 4.1 beta

Skype's new screen-sharing feature is a clever addition to the VoIP communications application. The new beta also sees birthday reminders reinstated, a favourite feature of past builds.
Engin oneHub ST790

Engin's oneHub benefits from simplicity, but also suffers from it in comparison to other all-in-one router/VoIP solutions.
Netgear SPH200D

Ready availability of extra handsets makes the Netgear SPH200D more easily expandable than competing dual-mode cordless phones with Skype.
MyNetFone Netgear TA612V

The TA612V is a solid unit that provides a low-cost way to make VoIP calls. It is a good choice for a household or small home office where users are keen to cut their telephone bills.
Netgear SPH101 Wi-Fi Skype Phone

If you're hopeless Skypeaholic with a home Wi-Fi router, the SPH101 is your dream product. If you're a budget minded VoIP fanatic, maybe not.
Linksys CIT400 Skype Phone

The Linksys CIT400 allows you to make both land-line and Skype calls, all without a PC.
MyNetFone Linksys SPA2100

The SPA2100 is a good quality VoIP ATA, and comes highly recommended, although we'd suggest shopping around for an unlocked unit.

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Features

Naked DSL: Australian service provider roundup

This roundup of thirteen of Australia's largest internet service providers looks into who's got naked DSL broadband already, who doesn't, and who wants to.
See and speak: a guide to making video calls

Would you like to see who you're talking to? Making video calls is easier than you think. CNET.com.au steps you through the options.
Skype starter kit: update

Skype, the pioneer that kick-started the mass uptake of VoIP phone calls, has grown into an Internet phenomenon with over 100 million users and still counting. If you haven't jumped on the Skype bandwagon yet, CNET.com.au will show you how.
The world is your local calling zone

VoIP may save you on interstate calls, but it's also great for keeping in touch when you're overseas. David Braue explains how it has helped him move his virtual office to Singapore at almost no cost.

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News

Google slams 'heavy-handed' filter

Google Australia posted a statement today on its official blog calling the government's ISP filter "heavy handed" and outlining the search giant's concerns about the scope of filtered content.
Do you support a mandatory internet filter?

Communications Minister Stephen Conroy announced a plan yesterday to introduce mandatory internet filtering legislation in the middle of year. Industry has welcomed the policy and Twitter has exploded in fury, but what do you think?
Legit Mininova gives no traffic relief

Mininova's decision to remove links to copyright-protected media last week is being hailed as a victory by Dutch anti-piracy group Stichting Brein. However, it's unlikely to make much difference to network traffic and could prove a boon for independent producers.
Adam plucks first SA WiMax apple

South Australian internet service provider, Adam Internet, has turned on its first WiMax tower, an effort its chieftain Scott Hicks described as a "minor miracle".

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DIYs and How-to

VoIP guide: Voice over IP in Australia

Tired of paying the phone bill? You don't have to be tech savvy to make calls over the internet. This Australian guide explains all that you need to know about using VoIP (or Voice over Internet Protocol) services.
Five tips for stealthy Facebooking

Want to spend all day on Facebook without getting caught? Here's how.
DIY: Start your VoIP DJ career

Want to create your own streaming radio station? We show you how with this simple hack.
Keep deleted cookies from sneaking back and spying on you

We explain how to block cookies in IE and Firefox and also how to block the local shared objects in your Flash player -- and why you would want to.

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Downloads

cGeep Pro

Protect your privacy and your confidential documents with OpenPGP standard.
Mil Shield

Remove any evidence of your online/offline activities.
R-Wipe & Clean

Wipe useless files and private records and free up your disk space.
Lockfox

Get a portable secure browser on WiFi, public PC's.

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.