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Broadband articles by Mikaella Clements

Mikaella wrote for Compare Broadband until August 2012. She was previously Compare Broadband's "Ask The Expert" expert, as she is all too familiar with trying to wade her way through broadband jargon and advertising to seek out solutions. She is now studying Classic Literature in the USA. Contact Compare Broadband about Mikaella's articles at news@comparebroadband.com.au



Ereaders vs. Tablets: is there a difference anymore?

Ereaders vs. Tablets: is there a difference anymore? read more

Kids online: how to protect them and stay cool

Kids online: how to protect them and stay cool read more

Is Skype your new home phone?

Is Skype your new home phone? read more

Is the Age of Facebook over?

Is the Age of Facebook over? read more

Closing an online gap: Internet in Indigenous communities

Closing the online gap: Internet in Indigenous communities read more

Australian in Boston bombing checks in via Twitter

Australian in Boston bombing checks in via Twitter read more

Setting up an internet connection in Australia

An internet connection is a lifeline home for many international students. read more

Phone and internet – how can you make the bundle work for you?

With the rise of mobiles, particularly smartphones, people are finding less and less use for a home phone. The demand for bundles is falling, and here we're running into two issues in particular that ... read more

Senior internet usage on the rise

A new report from Sensis has found that older Australians are embracing home computers and tablets wholeheartedly. read more

Mobile broadband proves complementary to Australian businesses, households

A new survey by Roy Morgan has shown that 45 per cent of Australian businesses have a mobile broadband service, and 93 per cent of businesses have a fixed line connection. read more

Google launches NBN-lookalike fibre broadband service

Google Fiber launched today in the two-state Kansas City region, as Google expanded from web and technology giant to broadband provider. read more

Australia ranked low worldwide for broadband

The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), based in Paris, conducted a survey of 34 nations to find out how they compared to one another in terms of subscriptions per people. Au ... read more

TPG revamps plans with great new phone offers

TPG (1300 106 571) are well-known in the Australian broadband industry for their budget plans which offer easy, no frills ADSL2+ and home phone bundles. Now, they've upped the ante by keeping their ex ... read more

What's new with the NBN

It's a good week when we can report about the actual infrastructure and policy going on behind the NBN, and this week there are two important things to point out. read more

Tablets for kids – friend or foe?

Let's take a look at the appeal of tablets for kids and work out whether or not a tablet is a wise investment for your family. read more

The connected traveller – internet options when travelling

In this guide to using the internet while travelling, we'll break it down for you so that you can find exactly the right plan and option for you. We'll cover the basics and the not-so-basic, telling y ... read more

Setting up your internet connection – fees and fiascos along the way

A guide to the set-up fees and modem costs you might get when installing a broadband connection, and how to deal with them. read more

Broadband to generate a trillion dollar economy by 2050

A new report commissioned by IT vendor IBM has found that Australia may be generating $1 trillion in revenue by 2050, mostly through the availability of high-speed broadband. read more

Apple to pay up to $2.25m fine for misleading Australian iPad claims

After a lengthy back and forth, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has agreed to accept a settlement fine from Apple. read more

How Australians live now – online, mostly

New analysis from the Cisco Visual Networking Index and the National Australian Bank has illuminated how and why Australians use the internet. read more

Online Playgrounds: A guide to keeping your kids safe online

Learn how to keep your kids safe online with this (family friendly) guide. read more

Three things you didn't know the NBN would change

There's a lot of talk about whether or not the NBN is a good thing: here, we'll take a look at three distinctive ideas that have been suggested will or might come out of the NBN. read more

Naked Broadband and Optus's free broadband offer – what do you need?

Compare Broadband takes a second look at Optus's compelling free broadband offer. read more

ACCC cracks down on misleading advertising – again!

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has fined TPG for misleading advertising around its "500 free VoIP minutes". read more

Broadband and new technology changes Australian viewing habits

Smartphones, tablets, and laptops are changing the way Australians engage with television. read more

Best pocket WiFi deals

Pocket WiFi modems are here to save the day when it comes to dealing with some of the problems of mobile wireless broadband. read more

Vodafone to enter fixed-line market with NBN plans

The NBN has given Vodafone the chance to move into the fixed-line broadband market. read more

How long will it take to get my internet connected?

Find out how long each type of broadband connection takes to get set up at your house. read more

Virgin increases data quota on mobile broadband

Virgin increases data quota on mobile broadband read more

Australia loves the Internet – the highlights of the 2012 Nielsen Report

Australia has the 5th highest level of internet penetration in the world, the 2012 Nielsen Report has revealed. read more

MyNetFone announces NBN plans and pricing

Everyone's favourite Naked Broadband provider, MyNetFone, have announced today their plans and pricing for the NBN. read more

How do I find internet providers in my area?

Finding an Internet Service Provider (ISP) can be a frustrating and time-consuming process – here, we help you take some shortcuts. read more

TPG profits up 65 percent with popular bundle plans

TPG has announced a net profit increase of 65% in the second half of 2011, from $33.8 million to $55.7 million. read more

Optus WiFi Plans

Optus WiFi plans – great for the person who wants it all. read more

Australia on 'internet enemies' watch list

Australia is one of fourteen countries "under surveillance" from Reporters Without Borders as a potential enemy of the internet. read more

Internode, TransACT, iiNet offer relief package for flooded areas

Internode and TransACT are among the ISPs offering internet and phone relief deals for those affected by the recent flooding in New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland. read more

Best wireless broadband plans

Find the wireless internet connection that suits you, whether it be WiFi or mobile broadband. read more

How to set up a broadband connection when you move house

A detailed guide to the trials and tribulations of setting up the internet when you move house. read more

Watch out for scam Telstra email

Be on the lookout for an emailed banking scam targeting BigPond customers. read more

Telstra last major telco to sign NBN contract

Telstra have signed contract with the NBN Co and will be able to start offering plans in NBN areas. read more

Telstra internet outage keeps millions offline

Millions of Australians were affected yesterday during a major outage of the Telstra network. read more

The easy guide to broadband for families

A simple and straightforward guide to choosing the right internet connection for your family. read more

56% of Australians support the NBN

A new poll by research houses Essential Media and Your Source has found that 56% of Australians are in favour of the National Broadband Network (NBN). read more

Customers care more about service than unlimited data

Customers rank quality of service above coverage; analysts advise against unlimited tariffs. read more

Telstra forced to regulate wholesale prices

A decision passed down from industry watchdog the Australian Competitor and Consumer Commission (ACCC) will regulate Telstra's wholesale prices. read more

Exetel releases new NBN plan

Yet again, Exetel have released a new impressive National Broadband Network pricing plan. For just $70/month, Exetel will provide 300GB at 100Mbps. read more

Gettin' Your Broadband On - A Student's Guide

A student's guide to knowing what broadband you need and how to set it up. read more

Internode tops survey in customer satisfaction

Internode has been ranked first for best customer satisfaction amongst Internet Service Providers (ISPs). read more

Optus announces NBN plans for small business owners

Optus has released their pricing plans for small businesses under the National Broadband Network. read more

Free Wi-Fi at Flinders Street Station

Flinders Street Station to have free Wi-Fi from next month. read more

Exetel chief executive John Linton passes away

Exetel's chief executive, John Linton, passed away on Wednesday night after suffering a stroke. read more

iiNet's buyout of Internode complete

A month earlier than expected, Internode has formally changed hands. read more

Telstra's fibre optic network open for wholesale

Telstra will be opening up its new fibre optic network in South Brisbane for wholesale. read more

Apple goes to school: new New iTunes U app takes top universities online

Apple’s new iTunes U app heralds a dramatic change in the world’s approach to education. read more


 


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