Wednesday Jun 20, 2012

EDITOR'S NOTE

It's official - Microsoft has announced its own tablet computer to compete with the iPad. What does the new Surface tablet look like in real life? Is it ugly? Beautiful? The kind of thing you'd take to work? Judge for yourself: take a look at these stunning photos.

Also - Ever worry about your small office being broken into? Click here for a basic introduction to IP cameras, which can watch your workplace for you. You might be surprised at how cheap some are - $119 for some models.

And in case you missed it:
- At some point, you'll hear about NAS. What is it?
- Make sure you check your computer for the DNSCHanger malware by July 9
- Want to complain about a carbon tax beer price rise? There's a phone hotline.
- Travelling overseas? Tips about power adapters.

William Maher
BIT (Business IT)

In Pictures: Microsoft's new Surface tablet

Jun 20, 2012

You've seen the official photos, but what does Microsoft's new Surface tablet look like in real life. Is it ugly? Beautiful? The kind of thing you'd take to work? Judge for yourself.

Who's watching your office? IP security cameras as cheap as $119

By Anthony Caruana | Jun 19, 2012

Ever worry about your small office being broken into? Here is a basic introduction to IP cameras, which can watch your workplace for you.

The power adapter kit I take when travelling

By Anthony Caruana | Jun 20, 2012

There are all sorts of ways to power your phone, tablet, laptop and other gadgets when you're on the road. Anthony Caruana shares his tips.

Tech 101: Network Attached Storage explained in 60 seconds

By Anthony Caruana | Jun 20, 2012

If you have a home office or small office, with a lot of data to backup, at some point you're going to hear about NAS. Here is a basic introduction.

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Introducing Microsoft's Surface tablet

By Chris Jager | Jun 19, 2012

Microsoft unveils its Surface tablet with built-in stand and detachable keyboard.

Tech 101: freelancer.com explained in 60 seconds

By Anthony Caruana | Jun 19, 2012

With more than 3.5 million claimed users, Freelancer.com claims to let you outsource "anything" at a fraction of what you'd normally pay. Here's a brief introduction.

Funny business at the cash register

By William Maher | Jun 18, 2012

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Have you checked your PC for DNSChanger malware?

By Chris Jager | Jun 18, 2012

D-day is fast approaching for computers infected with the malicious DNSChanger software. Check your system now.

Xero: What is it good for?

By Anthony Caruana | Jun 18, 2012

If you've read our introductions to MYOB LiveAccounts and Saasu, you may be wondering what Xero has to offer. Here is a basic intro.

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