If so, we would like to hear about what you are using.
11 Mar 2010 |
CHOICE Computer is researching free software and needs your help.
Online backup could be the quick and free storage solution you've been looking for.
21 Feb 2010 |
Finally, anybody can have offsite backup. We test 10 services that offer secure online storage of all your important information.
Controversial internet filter to be introduced, despite widespread criticism.
18 Feb 2010 |
A mandatory internet filter is to be introduced, the federal government announced late last year.
Our browser showdown reveals performance winners.
11 Feb 2010 |
Is bigger really better? We test five leading web browsers for speed, safety and versatility.
CHOICE's latest survey shows which internet providers you can count on for great service.
4 Dec 2009 |
The survey results show which ISPs performed best and how satisfied users were with service, speed, costs and billing.
Unhappy with a product or service? Use the power of the web to get heard.
26 Nov 2009 |
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.
Is the internet the future of TV? We take a look.
13 Aug 2009 |
With thousands of internet TV "channels" available, how do you find something worth watching?
Head for the cloud and work from anywhere with the new wave of web apps.
15 May 2009 |
Online office suites come under the category of cloud computing, in which the programs and documents are stored on the internet "in the cloud".
Thanks to volunteer computing you can donate to a good cause without lifting a finger.
18 Mar 2009 |
There’s a growing swell in a new kind of charitable donation — the idle time of your processor (CPU).
The social network strategist tells us that the future is online.
30 Oct 2008 |
In the future, we will turn to the internet to get a job, for a loan and to take out health insurance, but we’ll apply through our online social network.
Google polishes up its web presence.
1 Oct 2008 |
Do we need another web browser, when we already have Interet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Opera and others to choose from?
Make sense of the bits and bytes.
16 Apr 2008 |
CHOICE's simple guide to broadband tells you what you need to know in order to choose the right broadband plan.
Ordinary people are making big profits using the online auction house.
26 Feb 2008 |
According to 2006 ACNielsen research, there are more than 52,700 professional eBay sellers in Australia gaining their primary or secondary income through the site.
Keep your child safe from internet nasties with net filtering software.
15 Jan 2008 |
Internet filtering software helps to block unwanted content. But is your child really safe to browse the Web unsupervised with one of these programs in place?
CHOICE's latest survey shows which internet providers you can count on for great service.
28 Oct 2007 |
The survey results show which ISPs performed best and how satisfied users were with service, speed, costs and billing.
There's plenty of free software on the internet, but is it any good?
19 Sep 2007 |
Free software is appealing because you can find useful office and multimedia applications without the hefty price tag. But there are a few drawbacks to consider.
Virtual worlds could be the future of the internet.
13 Sep 2007 |
There are different types of virtual worlds — some are more like games, some are chat forums and others simulate a life-like world.
Bundling is aggressively marketed, but what are the real savings and the hidden traps?
26 Jul 2007 |
The problem is that comparing bundled packages is next to impossible, even for the pros.
Wireless networking allows you to access the web anywhere in the home.
7 May 2009 |
CHOICE reveals the issues you need to consider before you incorporate Wi-Fi into your home networking environment.
Can using VoIP with Naked DSL cut your phone bill in half?
21 Jan 2009 |
VoIP stands for Voice over Internet Protocol and uses an Internet connection to make and receive telephone calls.
Free, stable, fast — there's a lot to like about Linux. We take an in-depth look at this powerful, open-source operating system.
31 Mar 2008 |
Linux is a bit of a jack-of-all-trades, and traditionally the domain of hardcore computer geeks. But that’s changing.
We test 16 suites for how well they protect your PC and ease of use.
30 Jun 2009 |
A good security suite is a must-have for any Windows computer, but security threats are constantly evolving and so then must the tools we use to fight them.
Clean up your inbox with these no-cost junk email fighters.
3 Mar 2009 |
Spam is not only annoying, but also potentially dangerous. Here's how to combat the ever increasing stream of junk.
Email scams are on the rise, but commonsense is the best defence.
3 Dec 2008 |
Almost 70 percent of all email in Australia in August 2008 was spam and we rank in the top 10 list of countries.
Nearly half a million Australians were victims of identity fraud last year.
24 Aug 2008 |
It's estimated there were 499,500 victims of identity fraud in Australia last year - 383,000 incidences of credit or bank card fraud, while 124,000 people had their identities stolen.
Identity theft is a relatively rare crime — but you still need to be vigilant.
18 Sep 2007 |
Identity theft is a crime where your personal details are used by another person to commit fraud or access your money.
CHOICE explores risks of shopping and swapping second-hand items 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.
Put your computer to work with these top money-saving tips.
15 Jul 2009 |
Your computer is a powerful tool, and there are ways to save a few dollars — or more — while using it.
Deciding where to eat on Friday night? Check out a restaurant guide website.
29 Sep 2008 |
CHOICE's verdict on which ones offer the most useful information, and how to know which reviews you can trust.
Is it worth the risk?
6 Jun 2007 |
Here’s a few tips on how to avoid being ripped off if you miss out on buying tickets first-hand.
Shopping comparison websites can help you sniff out a good deal.
3 Apr 2007 |
Where do you go to find the best deal? Let your mouse do the walking and search for the best price on one website.
With a few precautions, shopping on the internet can be a safe and enjoyable experience.
10 Jan 2007 |
With some simple precautions, shopping online can be relatively trouble-free.
Can specialised software make the process easier? We take a look at 8 backup software programs.
25 Feb 2008 |
Backing up can be a boring and time consuming process — so wouldn’t it be great if a program could do most of the work for you?
Make your own Christmas e-card in a few simple steps.
28 Nov 2008 |
Have some festive fun with your computer this Christmas. There are lots of things you can do to make personalised cards, decorations and even install some cute Christmas lights onto your computer.
Send Christmas cheer: create greeting cards with your own personalised touch.
25 Nov 2008 |
You don't need to spend hundreds of dollars on home publishing software to design your own greeting cards.
With the right software, you can get two computers for the price of one.
18 Sep 2008 |
Virtualisation is the hip computing buzzword of the moment: open up the business pages and you’ll find it in abundance.
How to create an online photo album.
13 May 2008 |
One of the advantages of digital photography is that your photos no longer have to be locked away within a physical photo album.
Saving money with internet telephony.
3 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.
Got a few tapes or vinyl LPs tucked away in a corner? Why not convert them to digital format.
15 Jun 2006 |
Our guide details what you need to convert your old music into digital format and how to get started.