Misc Software
Steinberg Sequel 2
Nothing revolutionary, but this simple and affordable music-production program feels both mature and modern
Oct 28, 2008 4:53 PM
Adobe Acrobat 9
With Flash media handling and integration with Acrobat.com the Acrobat platform embraces the Internet – at last
Oct 10, 2008 12:54 PM
Sage ACT 2008
A complex but powerful tool that’s made simpler by its new Dashboard interface
Sep 8, 2008 5:51 PM
Adobe Director 11
Support for new file types and platforms plus improved 3D rendering, but director is yesterday’s tool – and it shows
Sep 8, 2008 5:50 PM
Westpac
A well rounded package that falls short on security.
Aug 27, 2008 5:31 PM
St George
Plenty of features and strong security complemented by a clean interface.
Aug 27, 2008 5:29 PM
NAB
A clean and fast interface, plenty of features and strong security make it a winner.
Aug 27, 2008 5:28 PM
ING
A fairly straightforward site focused on savings, but it functions well.
Aug 27, 2008 5:27 PM
HSBC
Great if you have foreign accounts to manage, but only average otherwise.
Aug 27, 2008 5:26 PM
Gateway
Straight forward site that handles all the basics and includes some innovative security.
Aug 27, 2008 5:25 PM
Commonwealth Bank
Not terribly pretty, but good security and features shine through.
Aug 27, 2008 5:23 PM
Bank West
A no frills site that does the job but doesn’t stand out in any way.
Aug 27, 2008 5:22 PM
Bank of Queensland
A well thought out site with plenty of features, including SMS alerts.
Aug 27, 2008 5:19 PM
ANZ
An impressive service, if only it was a touch more reliable.
Aug 27, 2008 5:18 PM
Speedtest.net
Use the power of servers scattered all over the world to your advantage.
Jul 4, 2008 4:14 PM
VoIP Test
A handy application that simulates a real VoIP call to diagnose your broadband problems.
Jul 4, 2008 4:12 PM
Smokeping
A latency monitor that can generate handy graphs about your broadband connection.
Jul 4, 2008 4:09 PM
SG TCP Optmizer
Optimize your broadband connection with this handy freeware application, even if you use Vista.
Jul 4, 2008 4:01 PM
Net Meter
This recommended broadband tool earns our respect and takes labs honours.
Jul 4, 2008 3:59 PM