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HP Pavilion dv7-1005tx

While everyone scrambles for the latest low-spec netbook, the DV7 takes the opposite route, promoting itself as the ultimate entertainment notebook. It's almost right, too.

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New Wi-Fi standard delayed again

The long-awaited next-generation Wi-Fi standard has been delayed again and won't likely be ratified until sometime in 2008.

Intel speeds up delivery of faster Wi-Fi

Intel has confirmed plans to ship its next-generation wireless chips ahead of its previous schedule for bringing 802.11n wireless to its Centrino program.

Faster Wi-Fi standard gets draft approval

A faster Wi-Fi standard appears to be about a year away, after a task group unanimously approved a proposal for an update to the 802.11g standard.

Momentum builds for faster Wi-Fi

Opposing groups compromise on new 802.11n spec, which bodes well for a coming round of wireless gear.

Wi-Fi standards face patent threat

A patent ruling in favour of an Australian government agency could mean equipment makers will have to pay up.

How to build a wireless network

CNET.com.au's step-by-step guide to using a wireless router to share an Internet connection and build a wireless network at home.

Laptop lowdown: 25 things you need to know to buy the perfect notebook

In the market for a new notebook? Check out our list of 25 things you need to consider before you hit the shops.

The future of wireless

Plans are being made to introduce new technologies that will increase reliability, security, and speed to wireless networking. Here are some of the technologies to consider when planning the future of your wireless network.

Catch the new wave in wireless networking: 802.11n

A new WiFi standard, 802.11n and its powerful smart-antenna technology called MIMO, are about to change the face of networking. Here's how it works.

FAQ: Wi-Fi alphabet soup

Wireless-networking standards can be daunting. Get fluent in Wi-Fi speak so you can pick the gear that's right for you.

2004's fastest routers

Progress marches on and so do the capabilities of wireless networking. 2004 saw the advent of 802.11g routers with turbo modes that you can use to boost your throughput and increase your range.

Wireless: the next lap

Wireless technologies are rapidly evolving to provide faster transmission speeds and greater bandwidth, with a glut of new standards already announced over the course of the past year.