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Opera 9

We really like Opera 9, but we like it more as the cool, arty browser that it is and not as our everyday workhorse for the Internet.

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Opera 9.5

Long considered a cult favourite, Opera 9.5 for Windows and Mac has introduced some compelling improvements to security, speed and synchronisation — yes, syncing in a browser!— is there enough here to make you a convert?

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Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2

Microsoft's release should retain its browser base but doesn't yet have enough to lure loyal Firefox users back to Internet Explorer.

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Firefox 3

If only for the speed, lightness of being and security alone, Firefox remains our Editors' Choice for best internet browser.

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McAfee AntiSpyware 2005

McAfee's AntiSpyware 2005 does a good job of spyware removal, if you can get past its IE-centric model and clunky update features.

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Will Opera Mobile perform for free?

Will Opera consider making Opera Mobile free in anticipation of or in response to oncoming competition?

Firefox for Mobile: What you need to know

How would you like to be among the first to get touchy-feely with the next mobile browser everyone's talking about?

Numbers game: Macs safe but not so secure

The scalp of Mac OS X has been waved trophy-like after being hacked in controlled environments, yet security researchers are hard pressed remembering the last time a Mac was compromised in the wild.

Want wireless headphones and ARIA charts with that?

Motorola has launched a limited edition phone which comes bundled with a set of stereo Bluetooth headphones. Oh, and it lets you access the ARIA charts in a few clicks too.

Browsers add BitTorrent support

Norwegian Web browser company Opera released a new test version of its software Thursday that supports the BitTorrent peer-to-peer technology, one of the most popular tools in the file-swapping world.

Tiny sites: a guide to the mobile Web

Tug on your boardies, slap zinc on your nose and let CNET.com.au guide you through the wonderful world of mobile Web surfing.

Set Firefox on fire

Firefox's extensions can make a good browser into a great browser. We show you how.

CNET.com.au's quick guide to 3G

If the advantages of 3G mobile networks goes over your head, don't worry, you're not alone. With 3G services rapidly outselling 2G services in Australia we're here to help with an easy explanation of what 3G is and what it all means to you.

Google hacks

Think you know how to use a search engine? These three handy tips will help you get even more out of your Googling experience.

Browser battle: IE 8 vs Opera 9.5 vs Safari vs Firefox 3

A rundown on the latest versions of all the main browsers: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari and Opera. Oh, and don't forget Flock!

Battle of the browser betas

Forget what's available today, let's look ahead and see what the next versions of Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Opera have in store.

Speed up your Web downloads

When it comes to the Internet, speed is everything. Here are some top downloads that can help your Web speed blaze.

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Xippee Firefox Extension 2.5

Search on various search engines easily.

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Secure Login 0.8.1.3

Login easily and securely.

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All-In-One Sidebar 0.7.6

Quickly switch among sidebars, and view dialog windows for downloads and extensions.

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Movies Extractor Scout 3.1

Capture and save your favorite Flash movies and games from various Web browsers.

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ScrapBook for Firefox 1.3.2.6

Save Web pages locally and manage collections easily.

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