Australian PC Authority Magazine
Not available from Epsoft Computer Services
Australian Personal Computer Magazine
Not available from Epsoft Computer Services
Recommended accessories & software
The following products have been carefully selected and are recommended by us. Some can be purchased directly from the manufacturer using the links provided, others can be purchased through Epsoft Computer Services. Some links may earn us a small commission however all products have been chosen on their merit, not their commission and all sponsored links are marked accordingly. Prices in Australian dollars unless otherwise indicated and subject to change without notice.
We subscribe to both of these and highly recommend them. Unfortunately they both contain a large quantity of advertising but most commercials magazines are the same. However, their reasonably priced and each issue comes with a DVD full of software.
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$66.50 / year | A great magazine which leans towards the more
technical aspects of computing. Subscriptions available from www.pcauthority.com.au
Not available from Epsoft Computer Services |
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$79.00 / year | Another great magazine which is a little more
mainstream. Great reviews of new products and tech tips. Subscriptions
available from www.apcmag.com
Not available from Epsoft Computer Services |
The following are all quality products that we have used or sold in the past, see the individual descriptions for more information.
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$49.00 |
Excellent entry level speakers, very nice sound
from the 7W satellite speakers with deep base from the 10W sub-woofer.
Great for listening to all types of music or playing games.
Ideal for someone who want's better sound than regular computer speakers but doesn't want to shake the house down. |
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$119.00 |
Awesome 90 watt, 6 speaker system with surround
sound. These are for those who like it loud or gamers who want to hear
the attack coming from behind!
Click here for manufacturers product information Note: You may need to upgrade your sound card to get the most out of these speakers! |
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Router $69.00 Card $39.00 |
Set your notebook computer free with this IEEE 802.11g, 54mbit wireless equipment from Netgear. The router connects to your existing broadband connection and/or LAN and provides an access point for your notebook. The PCMCIA card provides your notebook with the connection to the wireless network. Encryption ensures that outsiders can't invade your network and use your resources. Other options are also available such as access points and PCI cards. Click here for manufacturers product information |
The following are all quality products that we have used or sold in the past, see the individual descriptions for more information.
Anti-Virus Software
| Description | Price | Comments |
| Norton Anti-Virus |
Various |
Norton Anti-Virus is available in several
flavours from basic anti-virus to complete internet security. Check out Symantec's web site for more details. |
 AVG Anti-Virus |
Free |
AVG has a good, free anti-virus solution for
those on a tight budget. The free version can be a little hard to find amongst all the ads for their paid version, but you can't blame them for that. I recommend AVG for older computers that struggle with the big programs like Norton Anti-Virus and McAfee. |
 VET Anti-Virus |
$84.70 |
100% Australian Made Vet Anti-Virus is developed and supported in Australia. Price includes 12 months free updates and technical support.  |
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Computer Associates EZ Antivirus * |
$29.95 USD |
* Sponsored link - we may earn a commission if you buy this product. |
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Kaspersky Anti-Virus * |
$55.47 |
* Sponsored link - we may earn a commission if you buy this product. |
Firewall Software
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ZoneAlarm has been one of the best firewall packages around for several years now. Recently ZoneLabs has added anti-virus protection to the list of features so you no longer need to run separate packages to get the best protection. ZoneLabs are currently offering $10 USD off the price of ZoneAlarm Pro and ZoneAlarm Security Suite (see below). * Epsoft Computer Services receives a commission if you purchase via these links |
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Zone Alarm + AntiVirus |
$24.95 USD ($32.00 AUD) |
No current specials, buy direct from www.zonelabs.com |
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Zone Alarm Pro * |
$49.95 USD ($65.00 AUD) |
Note: Zone Alarm Pro includes email protection but not anti-virus, choose Zone Alarm Security Suite for full protection. Purchase via the link on this page and save $10.00 USD, that's $39.95 USD (roughly $52.00 AUD) |
| Zone Alarm Security Suite * | $69.95 USD ($90.00 AUD) |
Includes all the Zone Alarm features including: Firewall Purchase via the link on this page and save $10.00 USD, that's $59.95 USD (roughly $78.00 AUD) |
 Norton Internet Security |
From $98.15 |
http://www.symantec.com/region/au_nz/product/nis/nis_pe |
 eTrust Firewall Home Edition |
$49.95 | https://www.vet.com.au/html/products/firewall.html |
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Computer Associates - EZ Security Suite |
$69.95 USD | * Sponsored link - we may earn a commission if you buy this product. |
Spyware Removal Utilities
| Description | Price | Comments |
 Ad-Aware (Plus, Professional and Enterprise Versions also available) |
Free |
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 Spybot - Search & Destroy |
Free |
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| Microsoft Anti-Spyware (Beta) |
Free |
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx |
Other Software
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Skype - Voice over IP
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Skype is an instant messaging program that allows you to make voice calls to other Skype users. You can also use it to make calls to normal phones anywhere in the world for the cost of a local call*. If you make lots of national or international calls you can save heaps using VOIP technology. You can download and use Skype for "Skype to Skype" calls free. If you want to call normal phones you will need to open a Skype account. Click any of the links on this page for more information or to start using Skype now. * Local call cost in the region
you are calling, not where you are calling from. |
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