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Stories by Rebecca

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Scammers put a damper on holiday travels
Sun, 13th Apr 2014
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email security
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Holiday travellers beware: SCAMwatch reports a surge in fake airline emails with malware-laden itineraries. Stay vigilant to avoid scams.
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Securing Your Holiday Tech Gifts - Windows Guide
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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lenovo
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windows
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chillisoft
The good folk at ESET bring us a phenomenal series on securing your Christmas tech gifts, starting with your new Windows PC.
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NAB Social Media Command Centre unveiled
Tue, 18th Dec 2012
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crm
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uc
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fintech
NAB raises the bar with a high-tech Social Media Command Centre, aiming to revolutionize customer service in the digital age.
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The Hobbit – too much tech?
Mon, 17th Dec 2012
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3d
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hfr
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lord of the rings
Peter Jackson's The Hobbit faces criticism for its high-tech frame rate, worrying fans it may detract from Middle Earth's charm.
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Google Maps hits iOS – again
Fri, 14th Dec 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
After a brief absence, Google Maps returns to iOS, offering users a smoother, voice-guided navigation experience once more.
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YouTube's new facility to kill broadcast TV
Thu, 13th Dec 2012
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digital entertainment
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youtube
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video
YouTube is set to revolutionise video production with its new 41,000 sq-foot LA facility, offering state-of-the-art resources to selected creators for free.
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Samsung showcases Galaxy Note II in Sydney
Wed, 5th Dec 2012
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smartphones
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samsung galaxy note
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technology gifts
A couple weeks ago, I had the pleasure of flying to Sydney for the launch of the much-anticipated Samsung Galaxy Note II.
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Windows 8 set to give Apple a run for its money
Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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microsoft
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windows
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windows 8
Microsoft's Windows 8 challenges Apple with superior screen resolution and advanced features, hinting at a PC rebirth.
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Your mini guide to Windows 8
Fri, 26th Oct 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Windows 8 introduces a touchscreen interface and a host of new apps, marking Microsoft's biggest OS update since Windows 95.
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Apple unveils new iPhone 5
Thu, 13th Sep 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple launches iPhone 5 in San Francisco with a larger screen, slimmer design, and new connector, setting stage to reclaim smartphone lead.
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Layman’s explanation of Pinterest
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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social media
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twitter
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pinterest
Unlock the world of virtual pinboards with Pinterest, a place to organise and share web discoveries from recipes to home décor.
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Layman’s explanation of LinkedIn
Mon, 16th Jul 2012
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yahoo
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social media
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twitter
Part eight of our series explains the basics of LinkedIn. While tomorrow's final installment we will be explaining Pinterest.
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Layman's explanation of Digg
Sun, 15th Jul 2012
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social media
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twitter
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digg
Delve into the world of Digg, the platform transforming how we discover and share trending news, beyond mere likes and shares.
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Layman's explanation of Tumblr
Sat, 14th Jul 2012
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social media
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twitter
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tumblr
Unraveling Tumblr: A beginner's guide to the microblogging platform transforming how we share and engage online.
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Layman's explanation of Google+
Fri, 13th Jul 2012
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google
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social media
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twitter
Google+ decoded: A comprehensive guide for those mystified by social media, revealing how to share, connect, and thrive online.
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Layman's explanation of Skype
Thu, 12th Jul 2012
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uc
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social media
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twitter
Explore the evolution of social media with our layman's guide to Skype: a tool that transformed global communication through video calls and messaging.
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Layman’s explanation of YouTube
Wed, 11th Jul 2012
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youtube
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social media
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twitter
Delve into YouTube, where global connection thrives through user-created videos, from viral sensations to educational vlogs.
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Layman’s explanation of Twitter
Tue, 10th Jul 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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social media
For those baffled by social media, this primer decodes Twitter, explaining its 140-character posts, origins, and usage essentials.
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Layman's explanation of Facebook
Mon, 9th Jul 2012
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martech
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personal computing devices
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apple
Facebook demystified: From keeping in touch to brand building, find out how this major social network shapes our online lives.
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Drinking games gone digital
Fri, 6th Jul 2012
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Nearly everything has gone digital these days, and now even the good old fashioned drinking game has joined the digital revolution.