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I am looking at purchasing an IPAD2 64 gb wifi and 3G model. I currently have a mobile broadband connection (my dongle is over 3 years old but still a...

11/12/2011 04:23 PM

Hi Vicki,If you need to use the same internet connection in more than one place and you are happy with your network coverage from Virgin, it's bes......read more...

Hi There, I currently live in Palm Beach NSW and my current internet speed has been tested a few times and it is around 445kbs max, is there any way I...

09/12/2011 11:31 AM

Hi Ian,According to an initial check, you are connected to the Palm Beach exchange. This exchange is capable of speeds of up to 20,000kbps. It's u......read more...

Hi, I recently tried out the iPad tablet in Sydney and found it amazing. I already have mobile broadband here in the mountains but find it really slow...

07/12/2011 02:53 PM

Hi Terry,Mobile broadband uses the 3G network to connect to the internet wherever you can get a signal. It's great for accessing the internet on t......read more...

I currently have a prepay broadband account. I live alone and don't have a home phone or home line. I want to set up/upgrade to in home wifi account u...

06/12/2011 10:22 PM

Hi Paul,It sounds to me like you need to change from mobile broadband to a fixed-line home broadband connection. That means cable or ADSL2+, if availa......read more...

Hi, I have just moved in to a place in Sydney. There is a phone line in the unit but I am not sure if it is active or not. I have been looking in to T...

05/12/2011 08:22 PM

Hi Orron,An active line simply means someone is paying for a phone service and it is possible to make and receive calls on the line. Hopefully, the pr......read more...

Hi there, My situation is that I am very infuriated with mobile broadband from 3 as it is very slow and does disconnect regularly. I would like to get...

01/12/2011 10:58 PM

Hi Leigh,Mobile broadband can be slow and unreliable, especially in areas where the coverage is patchy. If you only want to use the internet at home, ......read more...

How many GBs plan do I need to apply if I would like to watch TV and video on internet? Yuchang

26/11/2011 08:29 PM

Hi Yuchang,The short answer is it depends how much TV you want to watch and at what quality. I'll give you a guide to the different types of TV av......read more...

Today I called to enquire about an ADSL2+ and home phone bundle unlimited. I spoke to a lady called Gen. I was quoted $70.00 per month that included a...

25/11/2011 08:35 PM

Hi Sara,It sounds like you called Dodo about a plan but I'm not sure which one. Dodo offers several unlimited ADSL2+ with home phone plans at diff......read more...

I'm looking for a bundled plan with unlimited free local/national calls, 6 month contract or less, 10GB max, for under $60 pm. I'm not from here and c...

23/11/2011 02:22 PM

Hi Rod,You wouldn't be the first to make this complaint! With a little shopping around, it is possible to find a good value bundle home phone and ......read more...

Hi, I am interested in signing up to your "OF-100 200GB Exetel broadband plan plus $20 monthly phone line rental @ $39.50 Per Month" as soon as possib...

21/11/2011 04:07 AM

Hi Sharon,The OF-100 200GB Exetel ADSL2+ deal is a 12-month plan costing $59.50 a month, including line rental. You will receive 9,000 minutes of free......read more...

I don't have a fixed home phone line connected as I refuse to deal with Telstra. I'm unable to get Optus as my home phone carrier in this area (Warner...

20/11/2011 06:45 PM

Hi Peter, Sounds like you have had some problems dealing with Telstra in the past. I can suggest a couple of options for your situation, then you can ......read more...

I live in South Brisbane area where the copper cable is being removed and the only option is fibre optic. I don't need a huge plan but am thinking to ...

17/11/2011 11:16 AM

Hi Belle,The South Brisbane project is unique due to the circumstances. Because the local telephone exchange had to be demolished for the construction......read more...

Looking at using Dodo's unlimited usage on a 0 month contract but finding it hard to get any details on what they charge for phone calls or set up fee...

14/11/2011 06:52 PM

Hi Rob,If you want more information on any Dodo plans, you can either call Dodo on 1300 136 793 or request a call back by leaving your name and number......read more...

I am interested in the $19.95 ADSL2+ 100gb - $30 line rental. I am moving into a new house and was told by Telstra that has been connected so I don't ...

12/11/2011 08:54 PM

Hi Brad,Telstra has told you that the home phone at your property has been connected in the past, so there is no $299 fee to pay in order to connect y......read more...

I need an internet connection where I can operate both my laptop and my childrens’ PC at the same time. Unfortunately we have a phone line throu...

10/11/2011 06:26 PM

Hi Kay,To connect your PC and laptop to the internet at the same time I would recommend purchasing a Wi-Fi modem. This means you can plug your PC dire......read more...

I would like to have internet, home phone and mobile phone for my daughter under my name...50 GB internet and free local calls and a mobile phone with...

08/11/2011 10:06 PM

Hi Jeff,I can recommend a few providers who can offer plans similar to the one you are describing, but you will need to call first to make sure they a......read more...

Hi There, The Optus deal I'm on at the moment is 2 gig download a month which is MUCH too small for our needs and costs $69 which includes phone landl...

07/11/2011 09:55 AM

Hi Maurie,There are a number of broadband providers who offer a six-month or month-to-month plan with plenty of data for heavy downloaders.Streaming a......read more...

Could you please tell me which broadband providers I can use in my area? I was told, about 6 months ago, that I could only use Telstra. Is that correc...

06/11/2011 03:30 PM

Hi Mario,ADSL broadband in Australia is divided into regional and metro areas. In the metro areas, several broadband providers install their own ADSL2......read more...

At present I have Optusnet dial up internet which I pay for at the post office, I am an aged pensioner, and will need to transfer eventually to the NB...

04/11/2011 08:11 AM

Hi Beryl,I can suggest a few cheap, month-to-month broadband plans for you, but you will need to call the companies to check if the plan is available ......read more...

What is WI FI and what are the benefits when a council or government state free WI FI access in certain area, what does that mean, what technology is ...

02/11/2011 03:13 PM

Hi Peter,Wi-Fi is access to the internet over a wireless network. Many councils offer free Wi-Fi in public spaces, libraries and community centres, so......read more...

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