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  Apple updates Leopard to 10.5.4

  Apple has released Mac OS X 10.5.4, the fourth update to Leopard since it was released last October.

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  Whaddyareckon?: Human-gadget hybrids

  In moments of gadget-related frustration, some calm themselves with a mantra: "Become one with the technology". But what if you really could become one with the technology?

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  Intel announces 4 Series desktop chipset family

  Intel has four new desktop chipsets to show off from this year's Computex trade show in Taiwan.

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  XP on your desktop till 2010, if it's cheap

  Microsoft has announced that manufacturers will be able to sell Windows on "nettops" — or low-cost desktops — in another move that looks set to keep XP alive for several years yet.

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  Hey, look! Full-size systems from Asus

  In addition to introducing its Eee Box SFF PC at Computex today along with adding WiMAX to its Eee PC minilaptop, Asus had its first gaming desktop on display along with its G70 gaming laptop.

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  ASUS to release desktop Eee PC with Linux

  Asus has confirmed the existence of the Ebox, a desktop version of the popular Eee PC laptop. Like its notebook counterpart, will be available with either Windows or Linux.

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  AMD: We're first with GDDR5 memory

  AMD will be the first graphics firm to market with GDDR5 memory.

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  Apple uncovers Sydney store for the first time

  There can be absolutely no doubt about Apple's first official store in the southern hemisphere coming to Sydney, with a giant banner which was uncovered announcing the store on George Street today.

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  ASUS motherboard has instant-on version of Linux

  ASUS is to embed a lightweight, instant-on version of Linux called "Splashtop" into all its motherboards, following good feedback from customers.

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  Photos: Inside Apple's Sydney store

  Apple took the wraps off its first Australian store today. Here is a sneak peek of what is inside the big glass walls.

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  Photos: Annoying hardware, a rogues' gallery

  Hardware may be less 'in your face' than software, but it can still ruin your day. We've listed our main bugbears: let us know if you agree.

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  Photos: Chips on display at Computex

  At Computex 2008 in Tapei, Taiwan, the biggest buzz is about the developing new market for Netbooks, smaller than traditional notebooks but larger than PDAs -- and the revolutionary new chips to run them.

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  Under wraps: Apple's Sydney City Store

  Work is coming along at the soon-to-open Sydney Apple store, although the high-security site is wrapped up to resemble a Steve Jobs skivvy.

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  What a waste! Australian tech recycling options limited

  The overwhelming majority of councils in the Sydney metropolitan region fail to provide any direct e-waste recycling services for their residents.

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  Sony unveils latest Cybershots, Vaios and Handycams

  Sony hosted a product showcase at Carriageworks in Sydney's innner west yesterday, with the latest Handycam camcorders, Vaio notebooks and Cyber-shot digital cameras on display.

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  Microsoft TechFest 2008: A glimpse into the future

  Each year Microsoft holds its Techfest show, an exhibition of some of the research projects it's working on. CNET.com.au went to check out where the future lies.

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  Photos: Dissecting a dinosaur, the Commodore 64

  Marvel at the machine that pioneered the person computer revolution; the Commodore 64. In this photo gallery we reveal the guts that gave the Commodore 64 its glory, why not nose in for some nostalgia?

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  Valentine's Day Gift Guide

  Face it -- roses, chocolates, and yes, diamond rings, have been done before. If you really want to impress your sweetheart, surprise him or her with a tech present that will have them remembering you the whole year through.

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  Oi!: Acer Aspire Predator: Remorselessly hunting down Alienware

  Acer has geared up to play in the PC gaming space, revealing a sci-fi inspired monster complete with mandibles.

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  Oi!: Brand Tags' clouds cut through marketing hype

  CEOs and marketing types talk about improving or maintaining "brand values" all the time. But what do we really think of the companies that deliver us our modern existence? The site Brand Tags is attempting to find out.

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  Oi!: World's first performance memory for MacBooks

  Apple fans rejoice! Corsair has announced what it is calling the "world's first" performance memory upgrade for MacBook and MacBook Pros.

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  Oi!: Alienware, coming to a store near you

  Alienware has expanded its sales model from its direct method, letting local resellers on the bandwagon.

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  Oi!: New ASUS Eee TV, desktop PC and monitor

  ASUS has gone Eee crazy, and we're trembling with anticipation.

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  Oi!: Get some educated lovin' with Apple

  Apple's iPod-plus-Mac education rebate is back for another school year, and coupled-up Cupertino lovers take note: there's a new pink Nano in time for Valentine's Day.

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  Oi!: Shuttle launches new products

  Shuttle launches three new product ranges in an attempt to recapture the market.

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  Oi!: Harris Technology holds all the Acers

  Harris Technology is helping customers build their own Acer PC.

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  Oi!: Dell: Doing the right thing

  Everyone's jumping on the environmental sustainability bus. Yay!

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  DIY: Wipe Your Hard Drive Clean

  Get out your virtual scrub brush and let's get busy. A full Windows reinstall is the ultimate cure-all for inexplicable errors, crashes and glitches. Our step-by-step primer leads the way.

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  Killer Downloads: Best antivirus software for your home PC

  If your PC doesn't have virus protection, you're playing with fire. Jason Parker picks his three favourite antivirus utilities--and one's even free!

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  75 PC Tips & Tricks

  Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and all its applications.

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  DIY: Add a Mac to your Windows Network

  If the Mac and the PC are the yin and yang of the tech universe, then these two seeming opposites should be able to coexist harmoniously.

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  Share files and printers across your network

  Make your PCs share files and printers, even if they're running different operating systems.

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  FAQ: Will your Intel-based Mac run Windows?

  Apple Computer's announcement of new Macs based on processors from Intel raises an interesting question: Since both the Mac and Windows operating systems now run on Intel-based hardware, shouldn't it be easy to run both on the same computer?

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  Can my three-year-old PC handle Windows Vista?

  I have a Dell 2003 vintage desktop 4550 with XP Home Edition. Will I be able to upgrade to Windows Vista when it is available?

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  Intel's Viiv low on holiday shopping lists

  Almost a year after Intel announced plans to make your PC look like a TV, the company is still searching for the play button.

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  Thanks for the Mac memories

  At Macworld Tuesday, Andy Hertzfeld, a member of the original Macintosh team, recalled the good old days of the iconic computer.

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  HP TouchSmart IQ505a

  The second generation TouchSmart as just a panel PC is gorgeous. The AU$1,999 price is fantastic as well — but we can't help but feel that there's so much more potential in the touchscreen aspect being left, ahem, untapped.

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  Sony VAIO LT VCG-LT28G

  We're still trying to work out who the target market for the highly expensive LT VAIO is. Design-crazed multimillionaires, perhaps.

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  Acer Aspire M3200

  Despite the quad-core processor and 4GB RAM, the M3200 is still a budget PC. If you're a bit strapped for cash and looking for a general purpose desktop, this might be the one for you.

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  Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)

  A slight bump to the specifications for the same price, the option to upgrade the graphics means the 24-inch iMac keeps the Editors' Choice it earned last year.

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  Dell XPS One

  Fantastic looks and good media capabilities, but Dell's XPS One is very pricey

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  Mediagate MG-350HD

  The Mediagate MG-350HD is an excellent all-in-one home media solution -- as long as you're not timid about installing a hard drive.

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  Linksys Media Center Extender DMA2200

  The MCE DMA2200 is probably the best media streaming device we've ever tested. It only works with Windows Vista, but for streaming media from a PC to the TV, it's ideal.

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  Dell Dimension 3100

  For users on a budget, the Dimension 3100 has most of its bases covered despite there being alternatives that provide superior value for money.

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  For users on a budget, the Dimension 3100 has most of its bases covered despite there being alternatives that provide superior value for money.

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  Acer Aspire L3600

  The Aspire aspires to be one half media center, one half desktop PC, and it’s ultimately one half as compelling as a result.

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  Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)

  A slight bump to the specifications for the same price, the option to upgrade the graphics means the 24-inch iMac keeps the Editors' Choice it earned last year.

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  Dell XPS 630

  With its newest full-fledged gaming PC, Dell shows that it understands the mainstream gaming desktop as well as the high-end.

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  Acer Veriton L460

  While Acer points to the Veriton 1000 for corporate rollouts, the quietness, form factor and features of the L460 are perfect for the small business market.

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  Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)

  With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost.

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  Optima WorkPro 7000T

  For those after a sub-AU$1500 PC, the Optima WorkPro 7000T offers the best bang-for-buck we’ve seen so far. Highly recommended.

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