iiNet Open Day
Open Day 2009 — Sessions
We've got a full day planned, so check out the seminars, workshops and tours on offer this Open Day.
Workshops
Designed for anyone new to the internet, our workshops help newbies get comfortable with finding their way around the web while making the most of their time online.
Seminars
Our range of seminars get topical on abroad range of subjects. Book in and learn about our friend BoB™, pick up tips on how to navigate safely across the web, learn more about our business solutions, network or quiz our execs on big industry issues.
Tours
See how we operate a national ISP on a day-to-day basis. Join one of our tours which will take you through our Subiaco head office and the heart of our Network Operations Centre.
Session Information
Find out what each of our sessions is about by simply rolling your mouse over its name below. Next you'll need to make a mental note of any sessions that you'd fancy being a part of, before booking them through our Open Day 2009 Booking system.
Date
Monday 16 November, 2009
Time
Registrations open from 10:00am
| Time | Seminars | Workshops | Tours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00am | let's talk business (with iiNet & Cisco guest speaker | help, my internet is broken | 11:00am tour |
| 11:30am | 11:30am tour | ||
| 12:00pm | IPTV & the Freezone | broadband for beginners | 12:00pm tour |
| 1:00pm | BoB™ - finally, the internet & phone are one (beginners) | 1:00pm tour | |
| 1:30pm | 1:30pm tour | ||
| 2:00pm | BoB™ - finally, the internet & phone are one (advanced) | making the most of your Mac | 2:00pm tour |
| 3:00pm | staying safe online | help, my internet is broken | 3:00pm tour |
| 3:30pm | 3:30pm tour | ||
| 4:00pm | executive panel | broadband for beginners | 4:00pm tour |
| 5:00pm | tech info & networking |
Venues
We're spreading our Open Day over two locations. If you get lost along the way, keep an eye out for iiNet volunteers (with big smiles, wearing brightly coloured shirts). They'll be more than happy to show you where to go and answer any questions along the way.
Here's a quick breakdown of what's happening and where.
iiNet - Subiaco head office
Address: Level 2, 502 Hay Street, Subiaco
Registration Desk
Once you've booked into your sessions, you'll need make your way down and register on O-Day with our cheery volunteers. If you're one of our first 300 to book, you'll walk away with a pretty neat pack of iiNet goodies.
Workshops
If you've locked in a place in one of our workshops, you'll need to meet one of our iiNet volunteers at our Workshop Meeting Point on Level 2. From here you'll be ushered over into one of our iiNet training labs.
Tour
If you're signed up for one of our Tour sessions, you'll need to rendezvous with an iiNet Tour Guide at our Tour Meeting Point on Level 2.
Ace Cinemas Subiaco
Address: 500 Hay Street, Subiaco
Seminars
If you've scheduled in one of our Seminars, you'll need to wander over to ACE Cinemas Subiaco (up the street). Just follow the signs through the cinema's main foyer.
At iiNet we believe thriving businesses are built on great communications solutions. Hear what Cicso has to say about unified communications - what it means to business, its benefits to productivity, and how it can boost revenue in today's economy. You'll also find out how iiNet Business solutions can offer you the coverage reliability, productivity and speed you need to keep ahead of the pack.
Recommended for:Anyone, especially Agents and SMBs, keen to learn about our business product range and to chat to our team about clever solutions.
What is IPTV, and more importantly why would I want it? This session will answer both questions and provide you with a bigger picture view of how easily IPTV can fit into your current lifestyle. You'll also learn more about Freezone, using IPTV set-top boxes (STB) and more.
Recommended for:All users, especially those interested in Video on Demand (VoD) and innovative technology.
BoB™ packs all your home phone and internet needs into one neat package, and is set to make your like a whole lot simpler. In this seminar, the people behind iiNet's little black box explain how BoB™ can make your life easier, together with a Naked DSL connection and phone over the internet.
Recommended for:Anyone eager to meet BoBTM, learn more about phone over the internet and understand why going Naked is a good idea.
More than just a sexy little box, our friend BoB™ packs some pretty serious hardware beneath his shiny façade. In this seminar, the people behind BoB™ talk about what's under the hood of each unit. You'll learn how BoB™ developed from proof of concept, talk shop about components and capabilities, delve deep into BoB™'s technical specs and play a part in his evolutionary journey.
Recommended for:Techie types keen to learn and talk about BoB™'s technical specs and capabilities.
Putting online safety under the microscope, this session takes a closer look at identity theft; cyber bullying; offensive content and emerging risks in virtual space (online predators, child pornography and other illegal material).To round off the session, we'll run through some basic tips to help you stay safe on the net.
Recommended for:Anyone wanting to up their net savvy by picking up tips to make the Internet a safer place.
Come along and hear what our team of Execs have to say about what we're doing and where we're heading. We'll talk about upcoming developments; take on hot topics like AFACT and content filtering; before opening up discussion with a question and answer session.
Recommended for:Anyone interested in the ISP industry, its future and how the regulatory environment affects us.
Come talk shop with some of our senior technical staff, see what's on iiNet's radar for 2010 and find out how you could be part of the big picture.
Recommended for:Unashamed geeks, keen to find out more about iiNet's operations and network with senior staff in an informal environment.
In this small, focused PC workshop, we'll take you through a number of commonly encountered internet issues. Covering general connection, email, VoIP and web browsing problems, you'll walk away from this session equipped with troubleshooting tips to help you stay connected.
Recommended for:Anyone new to the Internet (of any age) and/or anyone keen to feel more confident with solving their own basic internet problems.
If you're brand new to the internet, this PC workshop is for you. Topics include general information about the internet, finding information, online shopping, local entertainment, online radio, and video sites such as YouTube.
Recommended for:Basic Internet users (of any age) who'd like some help expanding their use of the Internet because it's good for more than just email.
Our tailored Mac lab promises a quick jog through functions exclusive to this operating system. You'll also pick up tips to set up email, surf with Safari and learn basic troubleshooting skills.
Recommended for:Anyone who currently owns (or is considering) a Mac, and would like to learn more about getting online with this operating system.
Our guided tours through iiNet's head office gives visitors a glimpse into how a national ISP runs its operations, day-to-day.
Recommended for:Anyone looking to learn how all the different teams at iiNet work together to help you connect better.
