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  Linksys Media Center Extender DMA2100

  The smaller cousin of the 2200 is surprisingly more interesting than you'd expect, although it's still somewhat eclipsed by the streaming capabilities of other units.

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  Conceptronic Wireless 300Mbps Broadband starter pack

  Should we be surprised that yet another Wireless N router has failed to live up to the hype?

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  Logitech Transporter

  If you're looking for a high-end media streamer — and we're talking almost ridiculously lofty, here — then the Logitech Transporter could be the ticket.

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  NetComm ADSL2+ Wireless Router (NB6Plus4W)

  NetComm's NB6Plus4W offers good short range performance and management tools for a very reasonable price.

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  DrayTek Vigor2820n ADSL2+ Router

  DrayTek's Vigor2820n offers a vast array of features, but you'll pay for them. Make sure you need everything it offers first!

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  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.

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  Draft N wireless routers: get ready for 802.11n

  Draft N (of the upcoming 802.11n standard) is the latest in wireless home networking, and while 802.11n is not finally ratified, it does promise better speed, throughput, range and dependability. CNET.com.au explores its promise and reviews the latest Draft N gear on the Australian market.

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  Linksys Media Center Extender DMA2200

  The MCE DMA2200 is probably the best media streaming device we've ever tested. It only works with Windows Vista, but for streaming media from a PC to the TV, it's ideal.

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  Linksys WRT310N Wireless-N Gigabit Router

  The MCE DMA2200 is probably the best media streaming device we've ever tested. It only works with Windows Vista, but for streaming media from a PC to the TV, it's ideal.

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  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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  LaCie LaCinema Premier

  The LaCie LaCinema Premier is a relatively quick and easy-to-use media streamer and external drive that won't burn holes in your coin pocket.

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  Belkin ADSL Modem With Built-In Wireless Router

  This all-in-one solution from Belkin incorporates an ADSL modem, 4-port router and an 802.11g wireless access point suitable for a multi-PC home or SOHO user.

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  Netcomm NP200AV Homeplug

  Netcomm's chunky purple NP200AV Homeplugs offer those stricken with wireless data woes a way out — at a price.

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  Logitech Squeezebox

  You couldn't ask for a much simpler audio/Internet radio streamer than the Logitech Squeezebox, although you do pay a premium for that convenience.

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  Netcomm NB9W ADSL2+ Wireless Broadband Modem router with VoIP Gateway

  The NB9W is a solid performer, combining a modem, router and VoIP gateway in one, making it an ideal solution for the home or office.

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  BlackBerry 7250

  As a tool for the email-centric, the BlackBerry wins plenty of praise on its own merits and the addition of wireless modem functionality further sweetens the deal.

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  Logitech Cordless Desktop MX3100

  This smooth-operating keyboard-and-mouse set boasts a programmable keyboard and the MX1000 laser mouse that we love. It's on the pricey side, but if you need the functionality, it's worth it.

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  Belkin Network USB Hub

  While we're all waiting for wireless USB, Belkin intends to make print servers easy.

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  PocketSurfer 2

  Want free Web surfing on an easy to use and speedy device? Then the PocketSurfer 2 is exactly not what you're looking for.

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  Belkin N1 Vision Wireless Router

  The N1 Vision Wireless Router brings some truly revolutionary ideas to home networking — and then proceeds to implement them in just about the sloppiest way possible.

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  Apple Time Capsule (1TB) Network Storage

  Apple's hybrid 802.11n wireless router/networked hard drive offers some powerful data backup features for Mac owners, but Windows users and those who demand speed from their 802.11n network will be disappointed.

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  Pinnacle SoundBridge Home Music

  The HomeMusic tries to make home music streaming simple, and it does this -- but at the rather severe cost of home wireless security.

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  EzyDownload to succeed where Reeltime failed

  EzyDVD has announced it will be offering movie downloads for AU$6 in September via a new service called EzyDownload.

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  Asus officially shares its WiMax plans

  Asus announces its WiMax plans for its products.

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  WiMax is suffering from 'growing pains': Intel

  Despite the ongoing questions over the viability of WiMax, Intel's GM of mobility believes that the long range wireless standard is just going through the same growing pains as Wi-Fi.

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  Your network will be your life coach: Intel

  In the future, your network will help you decided between a career as a fashion model or a doctor, and tell you to lay off the sugary snacks, according to Intel.

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  Nokia to launch WiMax tablet?

  Nokia may relaunch a WiMax Linux-based N810 which briefly appeared on its Web site before mysteriously disappearing.

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  Whaddyareckon?: Human microchipping

  Human microchipping: freaky-deaky privacy nightmare or practical solution? We get your thoughts in this week's Whaddyareckon?

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  IPTV off the radar in Oz

  Although Internet video seems to be going mainstream in the US, the idea of tuning in to IPTV content without needing to connect to a next gen console or home theatre PC is not catching on with Australian vendors, let alone consumers.

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  Free Wi-Fi set to go full-time at Sydney libraries

  Over the past four weeks, the City of Sydney Council has been trialling the provision of free Wi-Fi services in its libraries. With only a fortnight to go before the hotspots are switched off, a spokesperson has said that users won't have long to wait before access becomes a permanent fixture.

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  Did Wi-Fi interference cause Boeing 777 crash?

  The recent BA038 crash-landing at Heathrow airport may have been caused by interference from wireless networks, which affected the aircraft's electronically controlled power and automated flight systems.

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  Photos: Annoying hardware, a rogues' gallery

  Hardware may be less 'in your face' than software, but it can still ruin your day. We've listed our main bugbears: let us know if you agree.

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  Web TV Top 10

  Here's a list of 10 must-have Web TV bookmarks that are guaranteed to help you find something online worth seeing.

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  New MacBook Air photos

  Steve Jobs unveils an ultrathin notebook and take two for the Apple TV, amid an array of iPhone, iPod, and iTunes updates.

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  CES 2008 wrap: tech's crystal ball

  CES 2008 has wrapped for another year, and so CNET.com.au looks over the tech and the products we will be using in the years to come.

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  CES 2008: world's biggest tech show preview

  The annual International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the world's largest, and in the leadup to our exclusive CNET.com.au coverage here's what to expect from CES 2008.

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  Wireless glossary

  3G, GPRS, TransFlash, RS-MMC. Don't know what they mean? Check out our glossary of wireless terms.

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  So many home wireless standards, so little time

  A number of wireless technologies are headed for the living room, but with a hodge-podge of differing standards it can get a little too daunting. We take a look at the leaders.

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  Wireless TV in action

  Neosonik has developed technology that can beam high-definition video and surround-sound audio wirelessly to devices.

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  Mobile broadband cranks it up: HSDPA data cards compared

  High-speed mobile broadband has arrived! We compare Telstra's BigPond Wireless Next G service, Vodafone's HSDPA-enhanced 3G network and 3's new NetConnect ExpressCard.

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  Oi!: Apple's AirPort Express gets extra juice with 802.11n upgrade

  Apple has updated its AirPort Express portable wireless base station to make it compatible with the speedy 802.11n wireless standard.

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  Oi!: Netgear recalls Powerline Ethernet Adapter

  Netgear has recalled its XE103 Powerline Ethernet Adapter made for countries using 220-240 volt power sources.

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  Oi!: NETGEAR makes your media go faster

  For budding home networking enthusiasts, NETGEAR has announced the availability of its latest external drive, the Storage Central Turbo (SC101T).

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  Oi!: Scooba scoots away your spills

  Still mopping your own floors? Why not let a robot do the dirty work?

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  Oi!: Surf while you ski at Mt Buller

  You'd think that the last thing anyone would want to do on a skiing trip is hop online and check their e-mail, but Mt Buller ski resort in Victoria begs to differ, having recently setup a resort-wide wireless network for its visitors to surf the Web in their idle time.

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  DIY: Setting up a Wi-Fi home network

  With a broadband connection and a wireless network, you can get blazingly fast access on multiple computers throughout your home.

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  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.

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  DIY: Add a Mac to your Windows Network

  If the Mac and the PC are the yin and yang of the tech universe, then these two seeming opposites should be able to coexist harmoniously.

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  Apple's 'showtime'

  Apple's CEO Steve Jobs unveils new iPods and coloured iPod Nanos, and gives us a peek at a new wireless streaming device for the living room dubbed "iTV".

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  Nokia launches Bluetooth's little brother

  Wibree is being touted as similar to Bluetooth, but with its lower power consumption it's ideal for infrequent bursts of data

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  Wireless USB poised to cut the cable

  After years of discussion, fast wireless connections between PCs and peripherals are getting close.

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  BitTorrent lands new hardware deals

  Company's peer-to-peer technology will be included in routers and storage devices, bolstering BitTorrent's credibility.

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  Home audio without the wires

  Desktops, notebooks and phones have all gone wireless. Will your stereo and TV soon be untethered?

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  CES 2007: Cisco touts the networked home of future

  CEO outlines vision for building home networks that let people access video, music and other content anywhere in the home.

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