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Permanently erase "sensitive" data, for $25 a pop

Permanently erase "sensitive" data, for $25 a pop

by William Maher | May 9, 2008 | 1 Comment 

The "Degausser" uses a bank of lead acid batteries and strong magnetic field to make sure your files are never, ever seen again.

Gears of War for Windows

Gears of War for Windows

by Stuart Andrews | May 9, 2008

A much-hyped console epic comes to the PC, but unlike others that have made the move this deserves its press.

FIRST LOOK: Kogan LCD TV, it's a geek screen

FIRST LOOK: Kogan LCD TV, it's a geek screen

by Mike Wilcox | May 9, 2008

Small screen, but it's packed with features, including DivX playback, slot loading DVD, HDMI, and a digital TV tuner.

Internode drops $39 transfer fee

Internode drops $39 transfer fee

by William Maher | May 9, 2008

After cutting 8Mbps plan costs, the ISP gets aggressive and offers temporary "free churn". Upgrade fees have also been dropped, so if you're an Internode user wanting more speed, now's the time.

YouTube coming to your TV

YouTube coming to your TV

by Shaun Nichols | May 9, 2008

It's been done before, but now big TV makers like HP are pushing Web connections for your plasma or LCD.

Microsoft 'in talks' to buy Facebook

Microsoft 'in talks' to buy Facebook

by Shaun Nichols | May 9, 2008

Rumours are flowing about a possible Facebook takeover now that the Yahoo deal seems over. More reason to take down those drunken photos?.

Nvidia needs to simplify GeForce range

Nvidia needs to simplify GeForce range

by Wily Ferret | May 9, 2008

The graphics giant admits some people don't get their naming schemes. Still, we're dubious that a new naming scheme will catapult them into Intel's territory.

TorrentSpy ordered to pay the MPAA $110 million

TorrentSpy ordered to pay the MPAA $110 million

by INQUIRER Newsdesk | May 9, 2008

We're wondering how long Torrentspy can survive. The free ride looks like being over, with US authorities wanting up to US$30,000 in compensation per film. That's an expensive download.

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Gears of War for Windows
5 out of 6

A much-hyped console epic comes to the PC, but unlike others that have made the move this deserves its press.

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ASUS WL-103b
none

As the technology is getting more mature, there is now an abundance of 802.11b cards on the market.

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Group Tests
Light Laptops Group Test Light Laptops Group Test Portability is key for these light laptops. We test six featherweights from just $1486 to more than $2500.
Network Video Players
Network Video Players

Play your video, photo and music files on your TV from a networked PC. We put five network players to the test

Smartphones Roundup
Smartphones Roundup

We test 11 keyboard-based smartphones to find the best tools for staying connected on the move

Draft-n wireless routers
Draft-n wireless routers

Speed up your home network with these wireless routers, including faster speeds, better gaming and VoIP handling and automatic security.

Features
Top 10 Strangest Game Box Art Top 10 Strangest Game Box Art GTA IV's slick marketing has us reminiscing about the glory days of game art - step back in time as we cast our eye over some of the strangest, most bizarre game titles you’re likely to see.
Mobile Phone Buyer's Guide
Mobile Phone Buyer's Guide

Head into any mobile phone shop and it's easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer range of choices. This guide breaks down what you need to look for - and what you can safely overlook.

Can you be arrested for "online" theft or murder?
Can you be arrested for "online" theft or murder?

Can 'crimes' committed online, such as theft or murder, get you in trouble with the police? Davey Winder investigates.

The 2008 "Geek" Movie Guide
The 2008 "Geek" Movie Guide

It seems Hollywood has fallen in love with the geek – there's a virtual tsunami of geek-friendly flicks set to shine on the silver screen in 2008. Here’s a quick primer to eight films with a definite geek twist.

Tutorials
Walkthrough: How to Play Nintendo Classics on your PC Walkthrough: How to Play Nintendo Classics on your PC If you're stuck at home on a rainy day, we have a recipe for some gaming nostalgia that may just bring back some memories.
Getting to grips with HTML basics
Getting to grips with HTML basics

Despite the profusion of point-and-click web-design software, there’s still no excuse for not knowing HTML. Will Head walks you through the basics

Syncing a Bluetooth phone with a Linux box
Syncing a Bluetooth phone with a Linux box

Leigh Dyer explains how to do it, including pairing and sharing Blueooth devices under GNOME.

Web 2.0 Made Easy
Web 2.0 Made Easy

Craig Grannell reveals quick, efficient ways to add interactive components to websites.



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