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Broadband basics guide

16 Apr 2008 | CHOICE's simple guide to broadband tells you what you need to know in order to choose the right broadband plan.  More >>

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ISP Satisfaction Survey 2011

27 Oct 2011 | The survey results show which internet sevice providers performed best, how satisfied users were with service, speed, costs and billing, and trends in our use of the internet. More >>

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Second-hand shopping online

14 Sep 2009 | Despite the credit crunch, the second-hand trading market is booming as bargain-hunters turn to buying quality second-hand items online, from the latest plasma screens to designer togs.  More >>

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Save with VoIP and naked DSL

21 Jan 2009 | VoIP stands for Voice over Internet Protocol and uses an Internet connection to make and receive telephone calls.  More >>

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Make Christmas cards in word

25 Nov 2008 | You don't need to spend hundreds of dollars on home publishing software to design your own greeting cards. More >>

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Dual-band wireless router reviews

15 May 2012 | We test 15 top dual-band models to see which ones can give you greater Wi-Fi freedom.  More >>

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Social networking and the media

20 Oct 2010 | Forget hanging on the end of a customer service line if you have a gripe. Switch on your computer, log onto the internet and tell the world. More >>

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Cut phone costs with Skype

03 Apr 2007 | Long-distance phone calls can keep you in touch with far flung friends and loved ones, but you don’t want to have to mortgage your house to pay for them.  More >>

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Online shopping checklist

21 Nov 2012 | With some simple precautions, shopping online can be relatively trouble-free. More >>

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Shopping online buying guide

10 Jan 2007 | With some simple precautions, shopping online can be relatively trouble-free. More >>

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Photo book services

09 May 2013 | We reveal which services are fast, affordable and will deliver a professional-looking photo book.  More >>

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Security software review

03 May 2013 | We find out which security programs you can trust to keep your PC safe from malware attacks. More >>

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Online activism

13 Jan 2013 | Before you post a scathing online review of a company’s product or service, there are some crucial things you need to know so you get results and avoid legal trouble. More >>

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Your rights on overseas sites

18 Feb 2013 | The giants of Australian retail have been slow to respond to online competition. Meanwhile, shoppers are looking for value on overseas websites.  More >>

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Online dating

14 Feb 2013 | Online dating sites have exploded in popularity. Our investigation looks at whether they're worth the money and what the risks are.  More >>

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Guide to going paperless

28 Feb 2013 | Ditch the paper by storing all your documents as PDFs and opting for e-bills. It makes it easier to find files - as long as you automate your backups. More >>

Blogging

Blogging with WordPress

25 Jan 2013 | It only takes a few hours to create your blog, then you're well on your way to word domination.  More >>

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Mobile phone payments

12 Feb 2013 | Google Wallet, Apple Passbook and Windows Phone 8 Wallet e-wallet apps on your smartphone can be used to make payments and store your details for loyalty cards, movie tickets and even some travel documents.  More >>

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Group buying sites

11 Dec 2012 | We've shadow shopped some of the most popular group buying sites to see how reliable they are. More >>

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Online family history services

06 Dec 2012 | It's easier than you think to find your family tree online, as more records are digitised and made available on free government websites. More >>

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