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Article | 18/05/2010 The ultimate guide to home networking

Home networking is never as simple as merely connecting device A to device B. This guide will walk you through the jargon of setting up a home network...

Article | 13/05/2010 Australian iPad buying guide

The hotly anticipated iPad is just weeks away from launching in Australia, and now that pricing has finally been unveiled, it's time to decide whether...

Article | 23/04/2010 Should I buy a 3D TV?

3D television is the Next Big Thing -- at least if you believe television manufacturers like Samsung, Sony and Panasonic, which are bringing a range o...

Article | 16/04/2010 PC World's giant cable buying guide

Everyone has had the experience of staring at the back of a machine, device, or gadget, scratching their head, gazing in bewilderment at some unfamili...

Article | 8/04/2010 Virtualisation: How to get your power company to pay

It might have been the rage in 2006, but interest in green IT drooped along with the economy during the last two years, analysts say.

Article | 19/03/2010 Best ISP and broadband plans

Picking an Internet service provider (ISP) is never easy. The one that's right for you depends on a lot of factors -- a key factor being your budget a...

Article | 24/02/2010 Laptop buying guide: Making sense of the specifications

Once you figure out which category of laptop best suits your needs, it's time to examine the specifications.

Article | 29/01/2010 Back to school tech guide: storage buying advice for students

Picking up the right tech products during the back to school period can be a daunting prospect for students and parents alike (and pity those who are ...

Article | 25/01/2010 Mobile Broadband Buying Guide

Mobile broadband has changed the way many people work, socialise and live. The ability to access the Internet from your mobile phone means you can eas...

Article | 23/11/2009 Intel's Core i5 CPU boosts mainstream PCs' speed

Choosing a CPU for your new computer is never easy, especially if it's been a while since your last purchase; it's difficult to know exactly what to l...

Article | 10/12/2009 Laser Printers Buying Guide

Laser printers have long been used by medium to large businesses, but they are now much more affordable for small businesses and home offices as well....

Article | 20/11/2008 Virtualisation 101: An Enterprise Guide to Virtualisation Basics

From benefits to implementation challenges, here's what you need to know about virtualisation.

Article | 10/09/2009 Wireless Broadband Buying Guide

One of the key advantages of wireless broadband is that it allows you to have an Internet connection without being physically connected to your Intern...

Article | 24/08/2009 Multifunction Device / Multifunction Printer Buying Guide

A multifunction device (MFD) -- also known as a multifunction printer -- lets you print, scan, photocopy, fax, and more. Most multifunctions will let ...

Article | 22/07/2009 Hard drive buying guide

Hard drives can be found in all sorts of products -- PCs, digital video recorders (DVR), camcorders and MP3 players, for example. The hard drive is on...

Article | 13/07/2009 Australian netbook buying guide

You’ve probably heard about the latest notebook craze: mini-laptops called netbooks. Netbooks are small and not very powerful laptops that can be used...

Article | 1/06/2009 LCD vs plasma vs LED TVs buying guide

LCD, LED and plasma televisions may seem identical when you're in the store, but the similarities end once you look past the thin form factor and big ...

Article | 13/05/2009 Upgrade to a new mobile phone and save: our guide to the best bargains

With the current financial year drawing nearer to a close, retail stores everywhere are proclaiming offering massive savings. Although most new mobile...

Article | 25/04/2009 Google Profiles: How and Why to Get Started

Google has launched Google Profiles, which lets you build an online biography listing your interests, educational and professional background, and lin...

Article | 22/04/2009 How to Manage Peer Conflict

Direct Energy CIO Kumud Kalia on how to deal with mounting peer dissension.