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Please Explain: Ping

You can use a Ping command to check connections to other PCs across a network and test latency and packet loss. Craig Simms explains more.

Please Explain: Ping

You can use a Ping command to check connections to other PCs across a network and test latency and packet loss. Craig Simms explains more.

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Reviews

  • NetComm NP201AV HomePlug

    NetComm's redesigned its home plugs to make them somewhat easier to fit onto a plug socket — and significantly faster as well.

  • Panasonic Viera TH-P54Z1A

    The Panasonic Viera TH-P54Z1A is an impressive-looking plasma that features a thickness of just one inch and full-1080p wireless.

  • BlackBerry Curve 8900

    We wanted a "Baby Bold" but instead we got the "Bold lite". Not having 3G seriously cripples an otherwise excellent BlackBerry.

  • HTC P3470

    Even with GPS and its expected lower price-tag the P3470 will struggle without Wi-Fi or 3G data speeds.

  • i-mate Ultimate 8502

    The first HSPA smartphone released in Australia may also be the best Windows Mobile available to date.

  • 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.

  • Norton AntiVirus 2008

    As we await final code and therefore test results on the overall performance of this year's version of Norton AntiVirus, the new interface and features alone do not suggest an automatic KO in our latest antivirus roundup of 2008 products.

  • Netgear RangeMax Next Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router DG834N

    The Netgear DG834N is a flexible and consistently performing draft-N modem with some excellent security features -- but you may baulk at the price.

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Features

  • 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.

  • Is reinventing Polaroid an impossible project?

    If you thought the death knell for Polaroid had well and truly sounded, a group of engineers and photographers calling themselves The Impossible Project are setting out to reinvent the instant film format.

  • Mobile phone buying guide

    Buying a mobile phone is more than a matter of picking the most feature-rich or slickest-looking device — your usage and lifestyle are going to help you decide which is the right plan and handset for you.

  • Top 5 PDA-phones

    These hybrid devices combine the organisational features of a traditional PDA with the communication capabilities of a mobile phone. To make your life easier, here are our current top five picks.

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  • 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.

  • iPhone speed test: How fast are your intertubes?

    Is your iPhone living life in the fast lane? Or does it surf the web like a snail sliding down the side of your garden shed?

  • Sony Remote Play: Cool tech you won't use

    Sony Remote Play may let you watch movies streaming from your PS3 to your phone, but your monthly data allowance certainly won't.

  • Film studios drop part of iiNet case

    In federal court last Friday, the film studios backed down from an aspect of their piracy court case against iiNet, leading the judge to award iiNet compensation.

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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.

  • Making the most of Skype video-calling

    Skype High Quality video-calling can help shrink the distance between yourself and loved ones overseas, but you may need to fork out for some new tech. We take a look at what you need.

  • Watch out for data charges on your GPS phone

    Thanks to the an almost undocumented feature on the Nokia 6110 Navigator, we unwittingly racked up over AU$50 in data charges the first month we used it. Read on to find out how to avoid our fate.

  • Fast fixes for 10 common Wi-Fi problems

    If wireless network problems are leaving you befuddled, these valuable tips can help you make a better connection.

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