Desktop articles

  • Fix Ethernet driver problems in virtualised Windows 7

    06 Nov 2009 10:50 AM

    How to get the internet working in Windows 7 running on VMware.

  • Run Windows 7 on your Mac

    30 Oct 2009 2:23 PM

    Brian Tong explains how to install Windows 7 on your Apple Mac.

  • Dell Vostro 320

    27 Oct 2009 5:02 PM

    While a few tweaks such as an in-built wireless receiver for keyboard/mouse and a video input so it could double as a monitor for your laptop would be nice, if you're looking for a cheap all-in-one PC, it's hard to ignore the Vostro 320 as an option.

    Specs: 2GB , Windows Vista Business , Intel Core 2 Duo

  • Apple iMac 27-inch unboxing

    23 Oct 2009 6:00 PM

    Apple's new giant iMac is in the house, and we've unpacked it and poked around a little.

  • Australian pricing for new Macs

    21 Oct 2009 10:51 AM

    Apple has revealed Australian pricing details for the new hardware line-up it announced overnight in the US, with the vendor's new low-end MacBook laptop starting at AU$1299.

  • Eee PC maker Asus goes gadget

    21 Sep 2009 2:38 PM

    Taiwanese company, Asus, finds itself smack in the middle of a transition from components maker to serious contender in PCs and accessories. Could Asus be an Acer in the making?

  • Intel's new Core i7, Core i5 desktop chips bring faster CPUs to the mainstream

    08 Sep 2009 3:03 PM

    Intel's new Core i5 and i7 CPUs, released today, look to bring performance to the masses just in time for Microsoft's Windows 7 launch.

  • Dell Studio One 19

    03 Sep 2009 9:59 AM

    There's a decent but not great PC hiding behind the Studio One 19's touchscreen gimmickry.

    Specs: 4GB , Windows Vista Home Premium , Intel Core 2 Duo , DDR2 SDRAM

  • Poll: Apple Store coming to Brisbane, Perth; where to next?

    28 Aug 2009 12:18 PM

    According to job advertisements on Apple Australia's website, the company is planning on opening retail stores in Brisbane at the Chermside shopping centre and in Perth. After this, where should Australia's favourite fruity friend go?

  • Should I buy a laptop now or wait for Windows 7?

    19 Aug 2009 1:29 PM

    There's a key question being asked by students, parents and anyone in the market for a new laptop: if I buy a laptop now, can I get Windows 7 for free?

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  • Dell Vostro 320

    While a few tweaks such as an in-built wireless receiver for keyboard/mouse and a video input so it could double as a monitor for your laptop would be nice, if you're looking for a cheap all-in-one PC, it's hard to ignore the Vostro 320 as an option.

    Specs: 2GB , Windows Vista Business , Intel Core 2 Duo

  • Dell Studio One 19

    There's a decent but not great PC hiding behind the Studio One 19's touchscreen gimmickry.

    Specs: 4GB , Windows Vista Home Premium , Intel Core 2 Duo , DDR2 SDRAM

  • AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition

    While the higher power consumption is a slight concern, the X4 955 proves that AMD is back in the performance game and ready to play hard ball. Bring on the next generation.