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    Motorola will begin selling its first mobile phone based on Linux this year and says most models will follow suit, a major sign of the growing popularity of the operating system outside its stronghold on high-end computers.

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    While wireless technology is supposed to make you more productive, more often than not Murphy's law will get in the way.

  • No need to rush 802.11a

    The hype about the new 802.11a standard is everywhere. The wireless industry's new high-speed networking technology can't get enough press.

  • Why go wireless?

    If your dial-up connection feels like city traffic in peak hour, and you'll have to wait until next century to get access to ADSL - don't lose heart - there may be a wireless alternative. ZDNet Australia investigates.

  • Faster than a speeding 802.11b

    With a new version of an 802.11 LAN Texas Instruments may well get you the 11Mbps connection speed promised, but rarely delivered by 802.11b.

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    802.11a has been hyped as a faster version of a popular wirelesss standard. But current 802.11a products have downsides, too--like short range and high cost.

  • Store more: 4 NAS devices tested

    The last year has seen prices tumble for network attached storage. We look at four of the best options to get some more storage on your network.

  • Advice on surviving and advancing in a tough job market

    The CIO job hunt can be professionally demoralising and frustrating, with fewer jobs and more applicants than ever vying for top IT roles. Experts explain how to keep moving ahead, enhance your personal marketing skills, and stay positive.

  • Mapping a revolution with 'mashups'

    Mashups involving digital maps are bridging the gap between the virtual and physical worlds, with uses ranging from local shopping and traffic reports to online dating and community organising.

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    Will the increasing popularity of the Firefox open-source browser propel it into mainstream businesses or will Microsoft up its game to compensate?

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    Ever wanted to connect computers without cables? Our primer will explain the different wireless technologies, help you get started, and offer tips on making your wireless network secure and efficient.

  • Why there's no need to rush to 802.11a

    802.11a has been hyped as a faster version of a popular wirelesss standard. But current 802.11a products have downsides, too--like short range and high cost.

  • Samsung A551

    As Next G handsets go, the A551 isn't the best, nor is it the worst. Its middle of the road design and feature set is matched by a mid-range price tag.

  • Wireless LAN is fast, but is the barn door open?

    Intel's Pro/Wireless 5000 LAN is faster than the competition, but its reliance on WEP may be its Achilles heel.

  • Store more: 4 NAS devices tested

    The last year has seen prices tumble for network attached storage. We look at four of the best options to get some more storage on your network.

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