APC - Tagged Articles - Internode http://apcmag.com/ APC Magazine covers the latest in computing with a critical, independent eye to help you make the most of your tech dollar. The end of the net as we know it? The evolution of IPv6 http://apcmag.com//the-end-of-the-net-as-we-know-it-the-evolution-of-ipv6.htm http://apcmag.com//the-end-of-the-net-as-we-know-it-the-evolution-of-ipv6.htm

IP addresses are running out, but as Douglas Adams might have said: don't panic. We explain the IPv6 solution and what it means for you.]]> Tue, 07 Jun 2011 15:19:31 +1000 Revenge of the router: FRITZ!Box 7270 review http://apcmag.com//revenge-of-the-router-fritzbox-7270-review.htm http://apcmag.com//revenge-of-the-router-fritzbox-7270-review.htm

While the German-made AVM FRITZ!Box might be new to Australia, it's one of the most popular SOHO routers in Europe. And we can see why.]]> Tue, 22 Mar 2011 14:08:28 +1000 IT WAS ME: first NBN user speaks about what it's like http://apcmag.com//interview-first-customer-on-the-nbn-.htm http://apcmag.com//interview-first-customer-on-the-nbn-.htm

"It's AWESOME" says Robert Pettman of Midway Point, Tasmania, who is now surfing on 50Mbit/s home broadband speeds.]]> Fri, 02 Jul 2010 13:07:54 +1000 OH DEAR: Mark Newton's epic anti-Conroy Rant http://apcmag.com//oh-dear-mark-newtons-epic-anti-conroy-rant.htm http://apcmag.com//oh-dear-mark-newtons-epic-anti-conroy-rant.htm

Usually submissions to government committees are tame and boring to read. Not this one from Internode engineer Mark Newton, who has finally let it all out.]]> Wed, 30 Jun 2010 12:02:05 +1000 Internode releases microSIM plans for iPad 3G http://apcmag.com//internode-releases-microsim-plans-for-ipad-3g.htm http://apcmag.com//internode-releases-microsim-plans-for-ipad-3g.htm

The SA-based ISP becomes Australia’s first 3G reseller to offer iPad 3G microSIM plans, starting at $15 per month for 500MB on the Optus network.]]> Tue, 22 Jun 2010 22:12:28 +1000 iiNet IPTV available this month http://apcmag.com//iinet-iptv-available-this-month.htm http://apcmag.com//iinet-iptv-available-this-month.htm

iiNet's pay TV service over broadband is going on sale this month, offering some real competition for Foxtel -- as long as you're not a sports fan.]]> Thu, 10 Jun 2010 11:56:08 +1000 Simon Hackett reviews the iPad http://apcmag.com//simon-hackett-reviews-the-ipad.htm http://apcmag.com//simon-hackett-reviews-the-ipad.htm

IN DEPTH | Internode CEO and supergeek Simon Hackett has reviewed his Apple iPad in this special guest review.]]> Tue, 08 Jun 2010 23:35:01 +1000 Internode launches "cheaper than ADSL" NBN plans http://apcmag.com//internode-launches-cheaper-than-adsl-nbn-plans.htm http://apcmag.com//internode-launches-cheaper-than-adsl-nbn-plans.htm

Internode has unveiled fibre-to-the-home broadband pricing starting from $29.95, $10 less than its cheapest ADSL+ plans.]]> Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:04:43 +1000 NetComm launches $299 ‘personal hotspot’ for Wi-Fi iPad models http://apcmag.com//netcomm-launches-299-personal-hotspot-for-wi-fi-ipad-models.htm http://apcmag.com//netcomm-launches-299-personal-hotspot-for-wi-fi-ipad-models.htm

The first Next G-compatible ‘pocket hotspot’ to hit the Aussie market, NetComm’s $299 MyZone turns Next G and 3G signals into short-range 802.11g wireless.]]> Mon, 31 May 2010 14:11:01 +1000 3G options for the Wi-Fi iPad http://apcmag.com//3g-options-for-the-wi-fi-ipad.htm http://apcmag.com//3g-options-for-the-wi-fi-ipad.htm

If you’re buying one of the cheaper iPad Wi-Fi models there are still a few ways to enjoy Internet access anywhere without stumping up the extra money for a 3G version.]]> Thu, 27 May 2010 16:58:51 +1000 EVERYWHERE MAN: Internode ads lure BigPond customers http://apcmag.com//everywhere-man-internode-ads-lure-bigpond-customers.htm http://apcmag.com//everywhere-man-internode-ads-lure-bigpond-customers.htm

Internode has launched a cheeky ad campaign featuring a blue VW kombi van, pointing out its superior value compared to BigPond.]]> Mon, 29 Mar 2010 13:35:40 +1000 TOO EXPENSIVE: NBN monthly plans unveiled http://apcmag.com//too-expensive-nbn-monthly-plans-unveiled.htm http://apcmag.com//too-expensive-nbn-monthly-plans-unveiled.htm

The first 100Mbit/s plans have been announced for the national broadband network, but they're like Telstra pricing -- only worse.]]> Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:54:39 +1000 Video: Simon Hackett’s Tesla Roadster http://apcmag.com//video-simon-hacketts-tesla-roadster.htm http://apcmag.com//video-simon-hacketts-tesla-roadster.htm

Internode founder Simon Hackett has posted a video of his record-breaking drive from Darwin to Adelaide in his all-electric Tesla Roadster.]]> Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:21:27 +1000 Internode releases battery-powered 3G "MiFi" router http://apcmag.com//internode-releases-battery-powered-3g-mifi-router.htm http://apcmag.com//internode-releases-battery-powered-3g-mifi-router.htm

Internode has today announced it is selling the MiFi router -- popular in America -- that allows a 3G connection to be shared via WiFi to multiple computers. ]]> Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:20:20 +1000 Aussie home broadband connections tip past the 50% mark http://apcmag.com//aussie-home-broadband-connections-tip-past-the-50-mark.htm http://apcmag.com//aussie-home-broadband-connections-tip-past-the-50-mark.htm

Despite one in every two Australian homes having a fixed broadband connection, we barely make it into the Top 20 list of countries with the highest penetration of home broadband.]]> Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:21:46 +1000 Internode adds 3G wireless data to its broadband menu http://apcmag.com//internode-adds-3g-wireless-data-to-its-broadband-menu.htm http://apcmag.com//internode-adds-3g-wireless-data-to-its-broadband-menu.htm

The popular ISP’s new NodeMobile Data plans repackage Optus 3G from $15 per month for 250MB, with excess usage blocks starting at $10 for 250MB.]]> Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:01:36 +1000 Internode "gobsmacked", iiNet welcomes FTTH network http://apcmag.com//internode-gobsmacked-iinet-welcomes-ftth-network.htm http://apcmag.com//internode-gobsmacked-iinet-welcomes-ftth-network.htm

Two high profile ISPs have welcomed the government's decision to scrap its fibre-to-the-node plans and build a fibre-to-the-home network instead.]]> Tue, 07 Apr 2009 11:30:08 +1000 Tivo and Internode: unlimited movie downloads http://apcmag.com//tivo-internode-unlimited-movie-downloads.htm http://apcmag.com//tivo-internode-unlimited-movie-downloads.htm

With the economy in decline, it's no wonder that people are ditching the video store for online movie downloads -- a trend that Tivo and Internode hope to capitalise on. ]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:00:00 +1000 The bare facts on Optus’ naked DSL http://apcmag.com//the-bare-facts-on-optus-naked-dsl.htm http://apcmag.com//the-bare-facts-on-optus-naked-dsl.htm

Optus becomes the first major league telco to strip down for naked DSL, but punts on mobile rather than VoIP as its landline replacement.]]> Mon, 02 Mar 2009 15:34:45 +1000 Internode launches 100Mbit fibre to the home http://apcmag.com//internode-launches-100mbit-broadband-for-49.htm http://apcmag.com//internode-launches-100mbit-broadband-for-49.htm

Internode has unexpectedly announced a fibre-to-the-home broadband service for $49 a month. But there is a catch...]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2009 13:35:02 +1000 Melbourne blackout cripples internet nationally http://apcmag.com//Blackout_cripples_iiNet_Internode_Netspace_TPG.htm http://apcmag.com//Blackout_cripples_iiNet_Internode_Netspace_TPG.htm

Hundreds of thousands of people have been without internet and phone calls due to a power outage in a major Melbourne data centre.]]> Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:23:07 +1000 Internode offers ADSL2+ across "entire Telstra ADSL footprint" http://apcmag.com//internode_offers_adsl2_across_entire_telstra_adsl_footprint.htm http://apcmag.com//internode_offers_adsl2_across_entire_telstra_adsl_footprint.htm

Internode now has the same ADSL2+ coverage as Telstra, but will "stop customers hurting themselves" by signing on to a Telstra-based service if there is any other option.]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:00:00 +1000 Internode: your call is more important to us http://apcmag.com//internode_ups_the_ante_in_isp_customer_service.htm http://apcmag.com//internode_ups_the_ante_in_isp_customer_service.htm

Dread waiting in ‘telephone queue hell’? Internode’s real-time Flash display of its sales and support phone queues sets a new standard for ISPs to follow]]> Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:00:00 +1000 Internode inks Telstra ADSL2+ wholesale deal http://apcmag.com//internode_inks_telstra_adsl2_wholesale_deal.htm http://apcmag.com//internode_inks_telstra_adsl2_wholesale_deal.htm

Internode has announced it will soon be reselling Telstra ADSL2+ services, giving it broader coverage than Telstra itself. ]]> Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:41:06 +1000 Internode launches Ultra Naked http://apcmag.com//internode_launches_ultra_naked.htm http://apcmag.com//internode_launches_ultra_naked.htm

Just when you thought ISPs couldn't strip off any more costs, Internode hands us a big fig leaf...]]> Tue, 18 Nov 2008 15:38:46 +1000 Internode brings soft, hackable broadband geek toy to Australia http://apcmag.com//internode_brings_soft_hackable_broadband_geek_toy_to_australia.htm http://apcmag.com//internode_brings_soft_hackable_broadband_geek_toy_to_australia.htm

If the idea of the internet connected toaster piques your interest, check out this amazing little squishy toy/appliance being released by broadband ISP Internode.]]> Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:47:56 +1000 Internode triples ADSL2+ coverage area http://apcmag.com//internode_triples_adsl2_coverage_distance.htm http://apcmag.com//internode_triples_adsl2_coverage_distance.htm

Internode has announced it will no longer follow Telstra's restrictive rules about ADSL line length in areas where it has its own ADSL2+ DSLAMs installed in exchanges.]]> Tue, 26 Aug 2008 13:34:05 +1000 Internode opens Sourceforge mirror http://apcmag.com//internode_opens_sourceforge_mirror.htm http://apcmag.com//internode_opens_sourceforge_mirror.htm

Internode has opened a massive Australian SourceForge mirror to the open source community, providing VFF (very flaming fast) downloads to Australian broadband users.]]> Tue, 03 Jun 2008 12:39:31 +1000 Internode goes alt.backtothefuture http://apcmag.com//internode_goes_altbacktothefuture.htm http://apcmag.com//internode_goes_altbacktothefuture.htm

Internode has given its broadband customers a free ticket to warez, porn, pirate TV shows and movie downloads.]]> Fri, 02 May 2008 08:22:43 +1000 "Only Telstra can win fibre network tender" http://apcmag.com//only_telstra_can_win_fibre_network_tender.htm http://apcmag.com//only_telstra_can_win_fibre_network_tender.htm

“Unless someone has a flux capacitor handy, we’re in deep shit,” says Bevan Slattery, CEO of Pipe Networks, about the tender for Australia’s fibre network.]]> Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:47:28 +1000 Internode announces Naked DSL transfers http://apcmag.com//internode_announces_naked_dsl_transfers.htm http://apcmag.com//internode_announces_naked_dsl_transfers.htm

Internode says customers who already have a phone line can now get Naked ADSL2+ connected on it, rather than having to get a whole new line connected.]]> Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:41:00 +1000 Internode strips covers off naked DSL http://apcmag.com//internode_strips_covers_off_naked_dsl.htm http://apcmag.com//internode_strips_covers_off_naked_dsl.htm

No more annoying Telstra line rental bill with Internode's new "Naked" DSL service. PLUS: coverage expanded to 350 exchanges. ]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2008 12:27:08 +1000