FED: Aussie scientists develop wireless breakthrough

AAP General News (Australia)
02-22-2008
FED: Aussie scientists develop wireless breakthrough

By Darren Osborne, Technology Writer

SYDNEY, Feb 22 AAP - Australian scientists have developed a computer chip that promises
to remove the wires from your home entertainment system.

The chip was developed by National Information Computer Technology Australia (NICTA)
at the University of Melbourne, and could appear in a range of electronic devices including
laptops, televisions and home entertainment systems.

NICTA chief executive officer Dr David Skellern said the team had to overcome significant
challenges in developing the …