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  • HP ProBook 4310s

    06 Nov 2009 5:30 PM

    If you find that the price is right and you are only planning on doing menial tasks, you could do a lot worse than the HP ProBook.

    Specs: 250 GB, 2GB , Intel Core 2 Duo , 2.1 GHz, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD , 13.3 inch

  • 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.

  • Asus K50AB

    27 Oct 2009 4:54 PM

    The K50AB is a typical mid-range laptop that looks good, but the in-built GPU-switching feature doesn't save on battery at all. We'd suggest looking elsewhere for your mid-range needs.

    Specs: 320 GB, 2GB , AMD Athlon QL65 , ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4570 , 15.6 inch

  • Windows 7 means new laptops

    23 Oct 2009 3:59 PM

    While most vendors are simply installing Windows 7 across their existing range, a number of new laptops will be available for purchase now that Microsoft's new operating system has hit the market.

  • Apple MacBook unboxing

    22 Oct 2009 11:27 AM

    CNET Australia unboxes the brand new Apple MacBook which features a white polycarbonate body and large multi-touch trackpad.

  • Dell Vostro 1220

    15 Oct 2009 11:33 AM

    At first glance, the Vostro 1220 looks like an ultraportable notebook that was born from Dell's consumer range. But instead Dell has created its own little niche, targeting the more fashion-conscious business user on a budget.

    Specs: 250 GB, 2GB , Intel Core 2 Duo , 2.1 GHz, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500 , 12.1 inch

  • Gigabyte Booktop M1022M

    14 Oct 2009 3:52 PM

    The Booktop may be on the costly side, thanks to the bundled docking station, but it still falls below "premium" netbook costs. Plus the excellent battery life and ability to switch from a desk-bound PC to a portable mini-laptop captured our attention.

    Specs: 160 GB, 1GB , Intel Atom , 1.66 GHz, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 , 10.1 inch

  • Lenovo ThinkPad X200

    13 Oct 2009 9:53 AM

    It lacks some basic features you may require — touch pad, optical drive — but the 12.1-inch ThinkPad X200 offers strong performance and the longest battery life we've seen.

    Specs: 160 GB, 2GB , Intel Core 2 Duo , 2.4 GHz, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD , 12.1 inch

  • Asus Lamborghini VX5

    08 Oct 2009 4:03 PM

    Asus' Lamborghini VX5 is a luxury laptop, with a luxury price to match — thankfully justified by the quality of the laptop and package. If you've got a wad of cash burning in your pocket, and don't mind a little luxury, the VX5 might be for you.

    Specs: 500 GB, 4GB , Intel Core 2 Quad , 2.0 GHz, GeForce GT130M , 16.1 inch

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  • HP ProBook 4310s

    If you find that the price is right and you are only planning on doing menial tasks, you could do a lot worse than the HP ProBook.

    Specs: 250 GB, 2GB , Intel Core 2 Duo , 2.1 GHz

  • Asus K50AB

    The K50AB is a typical mid-range laptop that looks good, but the in-built GPU-switching feature doesn't save on battery at all. We'd suggest looking elsewhere for your mid-range needs.

    Specs: 320 GB, 2GB , AMD Athlon QL65 , ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4570

  • Dell Vostro 1220

    At first glance, the Vostro 1220 looks like an ultraportable notebook that was born from Dell's consumer range. But instead Dell has created its own little niche, targeting the more fashion-conscious business user on a budget.

    Specs: 250 GB, 2GB , Intel Core 2 Duo , 2.1 GHz