Zara Baxter
Zara Baxter has been with PC Authority since mid-2007. She's a self-described second-generation geek, who grew up colouring in punch-cards that her father brought home, and first experimented with computers when they still had cassette tape drives and no hard drive. Zara's been in computer journalism for 10 years, with roles ranging from computer lab tester through to her current deputy editor role. Zara thinks computers should be accessible as well as powerful, and has a passion to help people get the most out of whatever computer they have. Zara studied Biology at Flinders University, specialising in genetics and microbiology graduation with a Bachelor of Science with Honours. She's lectured in topics as varied as creative writing, digital media, and microbiology.
Recent articles for Zara Baxter
Feature
Boost your broadband speed for free
by Barry Collins
Everything you need to know about maxing-out your broadband connection, including interleaving, fine tuning MTU settings, firmware updates, ADSL filters and splitters,and that old chestnut - electrical noise in your wiring
Aug 11, 2008
News
Intel does 160GB solid state drive
by Zara Baxter
Grumble about solid state drive capacities no more - Intel has given them a whopping capacity increase, along with demoing a new Ubuntu Classmate PC.
Apr 3, 2008
News
Intel's vision: piggyback your mobile screen
by Zara Baxter
The chip giant outlines the future of mobiles, including screen piggybacking and multi-radios combining WiMax and WiFi. Zara Baxter reports from the massive Intel Developer Forum in Shanghai.
Apr 1, 2008
Feature
XP vs. VISTA
by Barry Collins
Still not sure whether it's worth upgrading to Vista? We put XP and Vista through the ultimate face-off.
Mar 26, 2008
Feature
eBay: Friend or Foe - Part 1
by Alex Kidman
How did a vibrant palace of bargains and trust turn into a standoff between buyers and sellers? Part one of our major feature.
Mar 26, 2008
NEC VERSA S3300
by Zara Baxter
Solid, but not flashy. However, a great price and decent battery life give it an edge.
Feb 13, 2008
News
Something’s amiss in eBay-town
by Zara Baxter
Number of active buyers on eBay is sliding - we’re looking for your experiences, good and bad.
Feb 1, 2008
Feature
Tick Tock - 10 years on the Intel clock
by Zara Baxter
Intel unloaded a swag of new Penryn-class CPUs at CES today. Zara Baxter explores the new platform and what it means for your PC.
Jan 8, 2008
Asus VX2S Lamborghini
by Zara Baxter
There's substance beneath the hood of this fully-featured, stylish laptop. Plus, it’s the cheapest lamborgini you can buy.
Nov 16, 2007