Home network use climbs
The number of home network users in the US surged 20 percent in 2004, according to research firm NPD Group. More...

Brightpoint doubles Sydney capacity
Specialist distributor and service provider Brightpoint is trading its Sydney office up for a location twice the size to take advantage of continuing strong growth in its mobile distribution and third-party logistics services. More...

eBay rethinks e-waste
Online auction site eBay has outlined a program to inform consumers about the environmental dangers and proper handling of computer hardware. More...

Online banking attracts customers
Online banking has become the third biggest factor in choosing a bank, behind fee and service charges, a US web analysis firm said this week. More...

MSN to support CinemaNow
Microsoft has said it will carry through MSN TV CinemaNow's video-on-demand service. More...

Sprint offers wireless software upgrades
An emerging need for frequent software upgrades for mobile phones is being addressed by US telecommunications provider Sprint, which said it was starting to offer software upgrades over its wireless network. More...

Toshiba adds convertible notebook
Toshiba's Digital Products Division has introduced a new full-featured notebook with the functionality of a tablet PC. More...