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Free Wi-Fi for everyone everywhere (maybe)
Free Wi-Fi for everyone everywhere (maybe)

By Mark A Gregory, RMIT University

The Washington Post reported on February 4 that the US federal government wanted to create super Wi-Fi networks across the USA.

Qantas drops in-flight Wi-Fi – the NBN to the rescue?

By Mark A Gregory, RMIT University

The trial of in-flight Wi-Fi on six Qantas Airbus A380s flying between Melbourne, Los Angeles and London has ended, following an announcement by the carrier last week.

Explainer: what is a virtual private network (VPN)?
Explainer: what is a virtual private network (VPN)?

By Mark A Gregory, RMIT University

Have you ever wanted to exist in more than one place at the same time?

The laws of physics suggest wormholes through space and time are hypothetical; but wormholes do exist in cyberspace and wonders can be found on the other side.

How do I: Use Linkedin to get a CIO role
How do I: Use Linkedin to get a CIO role

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Simple tips to help your career.

LinkedIn now has more than 180 million users, facilitating personal, business and marketing opportunities.

Squeezing the life out of Telstra's copperNBN
Squeezing the life out of Telstra's copper

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David Thodey is no doubt an adroit diplomat but the Telstra CEO's comments on the longevity of the copper network highlights that he’s got a good sense of humour as well.

Why Conroy must answer for ASIC’s internet blockade
Why Conroy must answer for ASIC’s internet blockade

Over the past nine months the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) has used Section 313 of the Telecommunications Act 1997 to force Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to block access to websites deemed by ASIC to be carrying out a criminal activity.