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. http://apcmag.com//a-new-front-in-the-net-neutrality-battle.htm http://apcmag.com//a-new-front-in-the-net-neutrality-battle.htm

The US has introduced formal and binding net neutrality regulations, so where does Australia stand, and what's it all about anyway?]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//2-0-iinet-wins-film-industrys-piracy-appeal.htm http://apcmag.com//2-0-iinet-wins-film-industrys-piracy-appeal.htm

Signalling a possible end to one of the most contentious techno-legal stoushes of recent times, the Full Federal Court of Australia today dismissed AFACT's appeal.]]> Thu, 24 Feb 2011 18:53:24 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-would-you-vote-on-the-internet-filter.htm http://apcmag.com//how-would-you-vote-on-the-internet-filter.htm

Numerous major media outlets are running a poll today asking whether you will vote for a party that endorses the internet filter. Vote now!]]> Tue, 13 Jul 2010 13:06:39 +1000 http://apcmag.com//ozlog-ludlam-raises-isp-snooping-issue-in-senate.htm http://apcmag.com//ozlog-ludlam-raises-isp-snooping-issue-in-senate.htm

The Greens have questioned the government over its ISP data logging and snooping plans in the Senate.]]> Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:04:17 +1000 http://apcmag.com//privacy-commissioner-sits-on-fence-over-isp-snooping-policy.htm http://apcmag.com//privacy-commissioner-sits-on-fence-over-isp-snooping-policy.htm

The Federal Privacy Commissioner has issued a muted statement in reaction to the Attorney General's proposal to force ISPs to keep records of Australians' internet usage.]]> Thu, 17 Jun 2010 17:21:33 +1000 http://apcmag.com//opinion-snooping-law-would-make-copyright-suits-afact-of-life.htm http://apcmag.com//opinion-snooping-law-would-make-copyright-suits-afact-of-life.htm

A proposal to log your every move online would not only violate your privacy, but provide the missing link for studios to sue file sharers within an inch of their lives.]]> Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//its-not-about-your-web-history-says-attorney-general.htm http://apcmag.com//its-not-about-your-web-history-says-attorney-general.htm

The Attorney General, Robert McLelland, has denied the government's controversial ISP logging policy will extend to users' web history.]]> Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:47:07 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iinet-knew-of-internet-surveillance-proposal-in-2009.htm http://apcmag.com//iinet-knew-of-internet-surveillance-proposal-in-2009.htm

iiNet was briefed in 2009 about a government proposal to force ISPs to store copies of customers' emails, phone calls and web browsing histories, but was bound to secrecy.]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 19:27:51 +1000 http://apcmag.com//government-isp-snooping-policy-totally-insane-linton.htm http://apcmag.com//government-isp-snooping-policy-totally-insane-linton.htm

The CEO of ISP Exetel has described as a "nanny state gone totally insane" a govt proposal which could see telcos required to store customers' web browsing and emails.]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 19:23:20 +1000 http://apcmag.com//govt-may-record-users-web-history-email-data.htm http://apcmag.com//govt-may-record-users-web-history-email-data.htm

The Fed Govt is considering forcing Australian ISPs to retain data on how Australian citizens are using the internet, such as their sent and received email and browsing history.]]> Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:32:28 +1000 http://apcmag.com//abc-iview-to-be-bundled-with-sony-bravia-tvs-and-blu-ray-decks.htm http://apcmag.com//abc-iview-to-be-bundled-with-sony-bravia-tvs-and-blu-ray-decks.htm

Sony’s big-screen Bravia TV sets will include access to the ABC’s impressive iView streaming TV service, but only some iView content will be available and it’ll all be metered…]]> Mon, 12 Apr 2010 17:01:35 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iinet-acquires-netspace-for-40m.htm http://apcmag.com//iinet-acquires-netspace-for-40m.htm

The founders of Victorian ISP, Netspace, Stuart Marburg and Richard Preen, are now very wealthy men indeed.]]> Mon, 29 Mar 2010 14:47:41 +1000 http://apcmag.com//google-lets-you-call-bullshit-on-your-isp.htm http://apcmag.com//google-lets-you-call-bullshit-on-your-isp.htm

A new speed testing tool from Google is designed to help you see how your broadband connection compares to others in your ISP, area, state and country.]]> Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:55:28 +1000 http://apcmag.com//after-16-years-iinet-chief-michael-malone-is-still-excited.htm http://apcmag.com//after-16-years-iinet-chief-michael-malone-is-still-excited.htm

We spoke to Michael Malone shortly after the iiNet court victory.]]> Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:09:01 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iinet-wins-piracy-trial.htm http://apcmag.com//iinet-wins-piracy-trial.htm

Australian ISP iiNet was today announced as the victor in its long-running defence against a lawsuit by major film and TV studios.]]> Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:06:39 +1000 http://apcmag.com//clever-usb-key-lets-your-pc-download-while-in-standby-mode.htm http://apcmag.com//clever-usb-key-lets-your-pc-download-while-in-standby-mode.htm

P2P pirates can do their bit to save the planet with Somniloquy – a tiny PC on a USB stick that piggybacks onto your snoozing PC’s network connection.]]> Mon, 27 Apr 2009 22:25:33 +1000 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 http://apcmag.com//google-to-isps-were-watching-you.htm http://apcmag.com//google-to-isps-were-watching-you.htm

Google is providing a bevy of new online tools to help you keep your ISP honest.]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//why_iinet_will_probably_lose_the_piracy_lawsuit.htm http://apcmag.com//why_iinet_will_probably_lose_the_piracy_lawsuit.htm

A look at the Copyright Act suggests the movie and TV industry have an unfortunately strong case against iiNet. PLUS: Read the court documents yourself.]]> Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:41:28 +1000 http://apcmag.com//scapegoat_iinet_sued_over_bittorrent_piracy.htm http://apcmag.com//scapegoat_iinet_sued_over_bittorrent_piracy.htm

Internet service provider iiNet is being sued by seven Hollywood movie studios for failing to disconnect users who allegedly swapped pirated movies via BitTorrent.]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:46:12 +1000 http://apcmag.com//named_and_shamed_the_most_complainedabout_isps.htm http://apcmag.com//named_and_shamed_the_most_complainedabout_isps.htm

The results are in: the top 10 ISPs in Australia. But they won't exactly be popping champagne corks.]]> Wed, 22 Oct 2008 16:30:29 +1000 http://apcmag.com//iinet_stronger_when_naked.htm http://apcmag.com//iinet_stronger_when_naked.htm

Broadband users are rushing in droves to rid themselves of Telstra line rental, says a delighted iiNet. ]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2008 15:06:43 +1000 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