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[UPDATED] Understanding the NBN: You only get so much beer from the tap 

[UPDATED] Understanding the NBN: You only get so much beer from the tap

by Nathan Taylor  |  19 Jan 2012  |  Comment now
Are you really going to be able to download at 100Mbps? Nathan Taylor tackles a common question about the NBN.
Will 2012 be better for the NBN? 

Will 2012 be better for the NBN?

by Nathan Taylor  |  5 Jan 2012  |  Comment now
The year 2012 is shaking up to be the true make or break year for the NBN. Here's how far the network has to go.
Man-cave holiday project #13: three monitors 

Man-cave holiday project #13: three monitors

by Nathan Taylor  |  5 Jan 2012  |  Comment now
No self-respecting man-cave owner works on just one monitor. It’s time to go for three, or better yet, six.
Floodgates to open for Android, laptops at CES 

Floodgates to open for Android, laptops at CES

by Nathan Taylor  |  4 Jan 2012  |  Comment now
The Las Vegas tech-show is about to officially open, and with it will come literally hundreds of TVs, laptops, and other devices. So what can we look forward to this year?
You Have Downloaded tells who's been naughty 

You Have Downloaded tells who's been naughty

by Nathan Taylor  |  4 Jan 2012  |  Comment now
A new Web site called You Have Downloaded is showing just how easy it is to track the peer to peer activity of Internet users.
Man-cave holiday project #11: play your PC games in the lounge room 

Man-cave holiday project #11: play your PC games in the lounge room

by Nathan Taylor  |  2 Jan 2012  |  Comment now
If you'v e ever wondered about moving your laptop or gaming rig to the lounge room, where you can hook it up to your big screen TV, here's how to get started.
Some wireless routers vulnerable to attack 

Some wireless routers vulnerable to attack

by Nathan Taylor  |  2 Jan 2012  |  Comment now
A huge security hole has been found in Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Should you be worried?
Fibre vs HFC: Understanding the NBN technology debate 

Fibre vs HFC: Understanding the NBN technology debate

by Nathan Taylor  |  15 Dec 2011  |  Comment now
With the NBN debate continuing to make headlines, arm yourself with this breakdown of Fibre, HFC, wireless and ADSL.
Opinion: Hopping aboard the Metro to Windows 8-ville 

Opinion: Hopping aboard the Metro to Windows 8-ville

by Nathan Taylor  |  17 Nov 2011  |  Comment now
Is Windows 8 more of the same with a new coat of paint, or something better? Nathan Taylor gives his opinion so far.
Free install: The Windows 8 Developer Preview setup guide 

Free install: The Windows 8 Developer Preview setup guide

by Nathan Taylor  |  4 Nov 2011  |  Comment now
Here's how to setup and play with Windows 8 Developer Preview without bothering to dual boot your PC. Our guide to setting up Windows 8 using VirtualBox.
Will Windows 8 really block Linux installs? 

Will Windows 8 really block Linux installs?

by Nathan Taylor  |  29 Sep 2011  |  Comment now
One of the big concerns is that Windows 8 and UEFI will impact users wanting to dual boot with Linux. Nathan Taylor looks at the issue.
How to Get a Good Broadband Deal, Part 5: Avoiding outrageous excess charges 

How to Get a Good Broadband Deal, Part 5: Avoiding outrageous excess charges

by Nathan Taylor  |  17 Jul 2009  |  Comment now
Excess usage fees are one of the worst potential ways broadband deals can hit your hit pocket. If you're signing up for broadband and you haven't looked into the excess fees, read this.
How to Get a Good Broadband Deal, Part 3: beware pre-paid wireless metering 

How to Get a Good Broadband Deal, Part 3: beware pre-paid wireless metering

by Nathan Taylor  |  30 Jun 2009  |  Comment now
One of the most confusing aspects of pre-paid wireless broadband plans are the way different providers calculate your credit, and how much value you get when you recharge your credit. Here's how to avoid getting ripped off
How to Get a Good Broadband Deal, Part 2: Get a "reserve tank" 

How to Get a Good Broadband Deal, Part 2: Get a "reserve tank"

by Nathan Taylor  |  23 Jun 2009  |  Comment now
If you're on a plan that has excess charges for usage over the quota it's a good idea to switch. Here's what you need to know about shaping options and reserve tanks
How to Get a Good Broadband Deal, Part One: Naked, bundled, pre-paid 

How to Get a Good Broadband Deal, Part One: Naked, bundled, pre-paid

by Nathan Taylor  |  15 Jun 2009  |  Comment now
Can naked, bundled and pre-paid plans save you money? The short answer is yes, but how much can they save you?

Will my laptop run Microsoft Windows 7? 

Will my laptop run Microsoft Windows 7?

by Nathan Taylor  |  15 May 2009  |  Comment now
So you’re buying a notebook now, and you want to upgrade to Windows 7. What kind of specs should you be looking at? And will Windows 7 be supported by your computer when you get it home?
The bad news about the NBN 

The bad news about the NBN

by Nathan Taylor  |  7 May 2009  |  Comment now

Opposition air-swings over the NBN 

Opposition air-swings over the NBN

by Nathan Taylor  |  1 May 2009  |  Comment now

Ten games that qualify as art 

Ten games that qualify as art

by Nathan Taylor  |  23 Apr 2009  |  Comment now

Copper is dead. Long live fibre! 

Copper is dead. Long live fibre!

by Nathan Taylor  |  8 Apr 2009  |  Comment now

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