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  • Key to success: Careful tech spending

    A new research report suggests that companies can't outperform their competitors simply by outspending them on technology.

  • DSTO's budget trimmed to fill defence 'black holes'

    The Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) budget was cut back five percent by the Treasurer Budget day; that money has been earmarked for filling defence funding "black holes".

  • Broadband network big ticket item in budget

    Senator Conroy says the proposed national broadband network will rival the Snowy Mountains hydro scheme in terms of scale and significance.

  • Labor digital education revolution about to COAGulate

    The Council of Australian Governments (COAG) is currently undertaking an audit into the state of IT in Australian secondary schools, with comments made by Acting Prime Minister Julia Gillard yesterday confirming that the "digital divide" is a real phenomena.

  • Budget: No money for broadband

    The Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) is disappointed the federal budget failed to allocate new funds to further the rollout of a world class high-speed broadband network.

Blogs (4)

  • Read the blog post - David Braue

    DCITA: Too many policies, too few policies?

    If someone gave you AU$93.5 million to spend, would you forget it? I wouldn't either. But this is exactly what seems to have happened in the aftermath of the 2007/8 federal budget, which was widely lambasted by many observers -- including yours truly -- for its lack of funding for meaningful ICT related initiatives.

  • Read the blog post - David Braue

    Govt's broadband strategy goes missing

    I should have known better, but I was still a bit suprised to find absolutely zilch for broadband in the latest Howard-Costello Budget.

  • Read the blog post - Angus Kidman

    Anyone got any budget left?

    The end of the financial year must be nigh -- vendors are rolling out their last minute specials to try and get everyone to spend their last shreds of budget before 30 June rolls around.

  • Read the blog post - David Braue

    In carriers' high-def future, pants are the real winners

    As anybody who works from home knows, one of the great benefits of telecommuting is that pants are optional. Wear your pyjamas to that teleconference, or attend in your birthday suit if you prefer; nobody will be the wiser.

Features and Case Studies (134)

  • Avoiding common budget missteps

    IT managers often find themselves in the unenviable position of trying to reconcile an overextended budget by midyear. Here are some of the reasons why this happens.

  • Getting your tech budgets passed

    Your technical expertise may mean you'll be asked to help write a proposal and financial plan for your company's next IT project. Don't let your tech-speak alienate decision-makers and stall your project.

  • Cut variable and fixed costs using VMware

    VMware can replicate multiple workstations on a single machine, potentially saving you thousands in hardware costs. What should you be aware of?

  • Survey finds little sign of IT rebound

    Information technology spending has stabilised at the start of 2003, but talk of general improvement for the rest of the year is premature, according to a new survey.

  • Key to success: Careful tech spending

    A new research report suggests that companies can't outperform their competitors simply by outspending them on technology.

Reviews (56)

  • Sony VAIO FJ68GP/W

    The VAIO FJ68GP/W continues Sony's tradition of stylish, feature-rich notebooks. Its performance is also impressive, making it a great choice for those with an AU$2000 budget.

  • Servers on a budget: 4 Servers tested

    Need a new server but only have AU$2500 to spend? The range of options is surprisingly good as long as you're willing to do without some of the fancy features.

  • Point, shoot and save: 8 budget cameras tested

    Want to get into digital photography, but find your funds lacking? We assess the eight budget point-and-shoot cameras to sort the deals from the duds.

  • Budget Inkjet shootout

    It's never been a better time to buy a cheap and feature packed inkjet printer. We test two likely candidates from HP and Canon.

  • Sim2 Domino D10

    Sim2's first foray into the entry level projector space isn't exactly cheap, or for that matter pretty. But the Domino D10 looks great where it really counts.

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