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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.

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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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.

  • Optus E1762 USB Modem

    The hardware performs its part of the equation just fine, but if you're considering Optus' wireless broadband make sure you take advantage of its seven-day trial period.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Edimax nMax AR-7265Wn Wireless 802.11n ADSL2/2+ modem router

    Edimax's 802.11n router combines a perfect storm of poor throughput and unfriendly set-up routines to make a modem/router that's incredibly easy to pass by.

  • Linksys WAG160N Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway

    Linksys' WAG160N resides in an attractive package, and manages better than most Wireless N routers. Better than most, but still nowhere near the hype.

  • Billion BiPAC 7300N Draft 802.11n ADSL2+/Broadband Router

    It's not much of a looker, and it struggles in signal strength, but Billion's 7300N ADSL2+ Modem/Router has grunt where it really counts.

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Features

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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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.

  • 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

  • RCallshop

    Control what phone calls were made using RCallshop compatible software.

  • VoxCenter

    Handle outgoing and incoming calls and track conversations right from your PC.

  • Voicent VoiceXML Gateway

    Integrate Voicent Gateway with http Web interface and command line API.

  • Vista Caller-ID

    Track and announce phone calls.

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