Former ABC tech editor Nick Ross appointed editor of IDG’s PC World and Good Gear Guide
Former ABC technology editor Nick Ross has been appointed as editor of IDG’s PC World and Good Gear Guide.
Ross finished up with the ABC in January this year, ending nearly six years with the public broadcaster. At the time of his departure, Ross claimed he was limited in how he wrote about the NBN, a claim denied by outgoing managing director, Mark Scott .
“I want to make it clear that at no time has the ABC sought to shape editorial coverage in any attempt to gain favour with politicians or political parties,” Scott said.
IDG Consumer Division publisher, Janice Tong, said in a statement: “We are thrilled to have Nick on board.
Many tech journalists and experts, including Nick, have attempted to take the many political and media interests out of the NBN debate and have spoken on the limitations of the sub-standard $56B NBN which is currently being rolled out in various locations around Australia.
This recent article in The Conversation gives an overview of internet speeds of various technology methods. It also shows an interesting interactive image comparing download speeds of a 22 minute video with ADSL, FTTN & FTTP delivery – now, and in 5 & 10 years – https://theconversation.com/infographic-how-fast-is-the-nbn-54392
This image alone should raise concern for everyone in our industry and is an issue we should all be aware of…
Good on you for sticking to your guns Nick. You’ll do great at IDG.
It’s been a rough trot at Aunty; good luck and better times for the future, Nick.