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I'm going to North Qld and Kimberley. and would like to take my laptop with me. What prepaid Broadband do you recommend? Note it would be only for 3 ...

05/06/2012 09:10 AM

Hi Dusan,There are a couple of options you have open to you here. You seem to be leaning towards the idea of mobile wireless broadband – the lit......read more...

I live in Noosa, Qld. I currently am on an ADSL plan with TPG & have being tryingto upgrade to ADSL2+ (With any providor) but have been advsied th...

04/06/2012 06:49 PM

Hi Roy, I would say the reason that there are no ports available is that every company is using the same ports. As for Wireless (or most accurately......read more...

I will travel to Perth at the end of June. I am thinking of buying a prepaid mobile braodband for my tablets. The purpose of this is to use GPS. Pleas...

04/06/2012 11:53 AM

Hi Hew, In a nutshell, you can buy a SIM only. You can check out our best iPad plans here, which applies to all tablets. As a shortcut, I'd recommen......read more...

I am looking for an internet and mobile phone provider whereby I can talk to people who are based IN AUSTRALIA when I have problems. I have been with ...

03/06/2012 06:48 PM

Hi Mary,You've voiced a common complaint when it comes to telecommunications. Having a problem with your internet is already a really frustrating situ......read more...

I am with aapt I get 100GB and phone with $50.00 of calls, of which I use about $35.00. Of the 50GB on and 50GB off peak, I use about 45GB I am on ADS...

30/05/2012 03:39 PM

Hi Stephen, I performed an initial check on the number you gave us and it appears ADSL2+ is available in your area from TPG at the Semaphore exchange.......read more...

Unsure what kind of service to get, have two boys, one loves Youtube, and the other wants to play online with his Playstation. Also we live in Beacons...

30/05/2012 01:48 PM

Hi Meilin,Youtube and online gaming work best on stable, fast connections such as ADSL2+ or cable. As Beaconsfield is considered a regional area it is......read more...

Do I need a landline connected to get unlimited wireless broadband which allows up to 5 people to connect? David.

29/05/2012 10:22 PM

Hi David,First of all, getting "wireless" or "WiFi" broadband is just a matter of the hardware that you use. If you get an ADSL2+ enabled WiFi modem, ......read more...

I am looking to reduce my costs of telephone and internet usage. Current monthly average use is: Landline $15 calls Mobile I use $200 of $400 monthly...

29/05/2012 03:07 PM

Hi Sandy,That's definitely a lot to be spending every month! However, I wouldn't suggest that you use mobile wireless broadband as a solution. You see......read more...

Do you have any fibre-optic internet available for my address? Thanks, Jan

28/05/2012 06:31 PM

Hi Jan, This is a big question. Fibre-optic connections are not widely available in Australia. The existing fibre-based connections belong exclusivel......read more...

We have Telstra ADSL and phone plus 5 mobiles all offplan currently. Need good speed ADSL for a family of 5, 5 mobile plans with free intra fami...

28/05/2012 09:57 AM

Hi Robert, TPG have a couple of products that would make this a lot cheaper for you. In regards to Internet and landline phone calls, you might be in......read more...

I'm traveling to Australia this fall for two weeks and would like to use either my iPhone or iPad for Internet access. What is the most economical way...

28/05/2012 02:47 AM

Hi Peter,You have two options here! It really depends upon which device you'd rather use – your iPad or your iPhone. For the iPad, the best thin......read more...

I am looking for the best value mobile broadband plan. I will not be at this address for more than 12 months. I want Telstra reliability and download ...

24/05/2012 10:53 PM

Hi Tony,I have to wonder, with your concern about speed and reliability, why you're looking for mobile broadband! Mobile broadband works off mobile ph......read more...

Hi, I have been looking at the 12GB mobile broadband plan with Virgin, but am not sure how fast the download speeds will be. Can you give me an...

24/05/2012 02:48 PM

Hi Elliot, Mobile Broadband is an excellent solution for people who need a broadband connection while on the move. Otherwise, it is not a recommended......read more...

Hi, I usually move my house every 6months/1 year within Melbourne. I am currently living in Kilsyth, VIC. Is there any type of broadband account that...

23/05/2012 07:40 PM

Hi Jonas, Most companies will be able to relocate your connection and contract to a new home, depending on two conditions. One is, as you have identi......read more...

Hi I currently have a Optus home phone and internet bundle. For $102 per month I currently get 1000gb of internet and all my home calls included. I am...

23/05/2012 02:14 PM

Hi Jackie,It's unfortunate that you're unable to get Optus in your new area, as they really are the best provider when it comes to getting free calls ......read more...

Hi, I just moved to sydney 1 month and don't know which plan do i need to buy. i live with 2 more people, so maybe i want to have unlimited internet p...

21/05/2012 11:58 PM

Hi Rex, The Optus Home Advantage Plan, which I believe you're referring to, is not for you. For one thing, 50Gb is a far cry from Unlimited. But more......read more...

How much GB do I need? I use mainly for homework, browing facebook, emails and download some music. Urania.

21/05/2012 01:47 PM

Hi Urania,You've hit upon one of the troubles people have when working out what broadband plan to sign up for. How can you tell whether you need 10GBs......read more...

We are 4 persons living in one flat so what's the best plan for us? Naser.

20/05/2012 04:18 PM

Hi Naser,Well, this is going to depend upon what the broadband needs of you and your flatmates are! It might be that none of you use very much interne......read more...

What would you recommend for internet access? Currently I have a mobile with Telstra $99 per month with some internet access. I have a basic home land...

20/05/2012 06:57 AM

Hi Sonia, You have a number of different options here, all of which would significantly improve the quality of your experience. Let's start from the......read more...

Hi there I just need a plan that includes STD, local and some mobile phone calls, with BB (cable) that is the cheapest YET easy to use if I need help...

18/05/2012 08:20 AM

Hi Maxine, That's a tall order! Keep in mind that finding a Cable plan with all of that is going to be a bit difficult - there are only two Cable pro......read more...

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