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  Firefox 3

  If only for the speed, lightness of being and security alone, Firefox remains our Editors' Choice for best internet browser.

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  Opera 9.5

  Long considered a cult favourite, Opera 9.5 for Windows and Mac has introduced some compelling improvements to security, speed and synchronisation — yes, syncing in a browser!— is there enough here to make you a convert?

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  Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro Extended

  Adobe Acrobat 9 document-creation software is adding dynamic features such as integration of animation, dynamic maps, 256-bit encryption, and improved forms. We've been playing with the beta edition of Acrobat 9 Pro Extended.

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  Ad-Aware 2008

  This year's update to user favourite Ad-Aware is quite a significant overhaul, and the result is faster scan times and a new interface.

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  Nokia Music Store

  If you can access the Nokia Music Store then we think it's worth a look; but Nokia isn't making it easy.

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  CNET 2008 antivirus performance test scores

  Kaspersky Anti-Virus earns our Editors' Choice as the best standalone antivirus application we reviewed this year. But, as the performance charts below show, the competition is knocking at the door.

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  Microsoft Office alternatives

  Are you always rooting for the underdog? In the world of productivity suites, you don't need to pay a lot to get the basic tools for reading, writing and arithmetic. Read the reviews to find out what's in each bundle, from the freebies to the full-featured suites.

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  Skype starter kit: update

  Skype, a pioneer that kick-started the mass uptake of VoIP phone calls, has grown into an Internet phenomenon with over 100 million users and still counting. If you haven't jumped on the Skype bandwagon yet, CNET.com.au will show you how.

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  Hacking the iPod Touch

  When Apple gave birth to the iPod Touch, it should have been the killer fusion of MP3 player and PDA. It wasn't. Fear not though, the guys and gals of the Internet have unlocked the Touch's full potential -- we show you how.

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  Setting up MobileMe on your new iPhone 3G

  MobileMe is the successor to .Mac, Apple's subscription service for publishing photos and other personal content to the Web.

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  Apple iTunes 7

  MobileMe is the successor to .Mac, Apple's subscription service for publishing photos and other personal content to the Web.

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  MobileMe

  MobileMe is the successor to .Mac, Apple's subscription service for publishing photos and other personal content to the Web.

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  LimeWire Basic

  Though its search hits are capped, the LimeWire Basic P2P client is spyware-free, attractive and easy to use.

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  Firefox 3

  If only for the speed, lightness of being and security alone, Firefox remains our Editors' Choice for best internet browser.

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  Sbp Mobile Shell 2.0

  Spb Mobile Shell 2.0 gives Windows Mobile an extreme makeover, giving the drab WM interface some flare and making the operating platform easier to use.

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  Sunbelt CounterSpy 2.0

  In its first appearance, CounterSpy was the only antispyware product that correctly identified every piece of spyware in our current active-detection test.

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  Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7

  Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7 continues to outshine its competition with its ease of use combined with thorough antivirus protection.

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  Adobe Flash CS3 Professional

  Adobe has improved the speed of Flash and its integration with other CS3 apps, although flashy new features are few. Plus, Flash now works natively on Intel-based Macs.

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  Norton Internet Security 2008

  While Symantec's protection is solid, the overall user experience within Norton Internet Security 2008 could be much, much better. Not all the features work together and use fewer system resources.

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  Microsoft Windows Vista SP1

  Microsoft pushes its first service pack for Vista out the door. Is it a salvation, a non-event or a flop?

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  AVG Internet Security 8.0

  AVG Internet Security 8.0 provides strong protection against malicious Web sites, but its full-system scans sometimes tax system resources and produce false positives.

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  Nero 8

  Nero 8 shows off a new interface for getting started that makes the many tools easier to find from the get-go. Some welcome new features include HD support - although this rich suite can still confuse.

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  McAfee Internet Security Suite 2008

  McAfee Internet Security 2008 trounces Norton Internet Security 2008, offering a better designed product with more security tools.

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  ABC unveils new Web TV platform

  The Australian Broadcasting Corporation tonight unveiled its new online streaming platform, allowing users to watch TV shows on the internet.

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  Advanced Mac keyboard shortcuts for power users

  If you're an experienced Apple user, this guide will show you some of the more advanced keyboard shortcuts you should know.

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  TuneUp Companion cleans up iTunes

  TuneUp Companion is an iTunes plug-in that helps you analyse and clean up a messy library in a fraction of the time it would take to do manually.

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  Apple iCal: An insiders guide

  iCal is Apple's personal calendar program to help organise work and personal lives. In this guide we'll show you the basics of the calendar service, how it integrates with other Mac software, syncing your calendar to mobile devices, and sharing your schedule.

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  First iPhone antivirus app released

  Paris-based computer security firm Intego late last week said it had released the first antivirus software for Apple's iPhone handset.

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  Apple Spaces: Separate work and play

  There's a nifty feature inside OS X Leopard called Spaces to keep your horseplay and work time separate.

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  Apple's MobileMe to be relaunched

  Apple's MobileMe service is to be relaunched this week, ahead of the Friday launch of the iPhone 3G.

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  Memeo launches Share for sending photos to grandma

  Share your shots without a host using Memeo.

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  Do browsers need a 'best-before' date?

  Security researchers have suggested that like food, browsers should have a best-before or expiry date. This comes after revealing that 637 million internet users are surfing with outdated and unpatched browsers, which puts them at risk from Web-based attacks.

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  Best free Windows Mobile software

  You dig your Windows Mobile device, but you'll love it more when it's loaded up with free software for entertainment, security and work. Find the best and brightest free downloads for your faithful handheld.

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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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  File sharing between XP, Vista and OS X on a local network

  You've got a Mac and a PC hooked up to a local network, and you'd like to share files between them. Thing is, file sharing isn't easy. No sweat! CNET.com.au walks you through setting up file sharing on OS X, Vista and XP.

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  Boot Windows XP from a USB flash drive

  You can't boot using a floppy disk the way you used to be able to with DOS, but one handy way to easily boot XP is by using a USB flash drive. Here's how to make it work.

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  TuneUp Companion cleans up iTunes

  TuneUp Companion is an iTunes plug-in that helps you analyse and clean up a messy library in a fraction of the time it would take to do manually.

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  First iPhone antivirus app released

  Paris-based computer security firm Intego late last week said it had released the first antivirus software for Apple's iPhone handset.

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  Three ways to save video from the Internet

  CNET.com.au shows you three easy ways to capture and save video from the Internet.

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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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  Give Windows XP a Vista Look

  Windows Vista won't be available until early next year, but current XP users drooling over Vista's new Aero theme and utilities, such as sidebars and widgets, don't have to wait for Microsoft to ship out its new operating system to upgrade their desktops.

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  Facebook for iPhone and iPod Touch 2.0

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  iTunes 7.7

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  Setting up MobileMe on your new iPhone 3G

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