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Desktop digest: 13 things you need to know to buy the perfect desktop

Despite the laptop gaining strength as the PC du jour in recent times, the desktop still has a place in the home. Here are our top 25 things to consider before buying or building your own desktop.

What equipment is used to connect to a network?

We look into the sort of equipment or infrastructure that you may find being used to create a home network.

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Reviews

  • Apple Time Capsule (2009)

    Apple Time Capsule is a convenient and simple wireless router and NAS server combo for your home. Unfortunately, especially in the case of the 1TB version, you can find better deals on devices that offer greater storage space and many more features for the price.

  • Netgear WNHDEB111 HD/Gaming 5GHz Wireless-N Networking Kit

    They're big and quite ugly, but there's no doubting that Netgear's WNHDEB111 delivers in the 802.11n speed stakes — finally!

  • Asus Eee Box

    We've got mixed feelings about the Eee Box, and nettops in general. You might as well buy a netbook and gain the bonus of portability.

  • D-Link Xtreme N Duo Media Router DIR-855

    The D-Link Xtreme N Duo Media Router DIR-855 is a stable performer with an excellent Web interface — you may want to wait for a price drop though.

  • Asus WL-500W 802.11n Multi-Functional Wireless Router

    The Asus WL-500W is a good choice only for advanced users who will take advantage of some of router's USB features and aren't afraid to wade into those waters without help.

  • Apple Time Capsule (1TB) Network Storage

    Apple's hybrid 802.11n wireless router/networked hard drive offers some powerful data backup features for Mac owners, but Windows users and those who demand speed from their 802.11n network will be disappointed.

  • Netcomm NP200AV Homeplug

    Netcomm's chunky purple NP200AV Homeplugs offer those stricken with wireless data woes a way out — at a price.

  • Linksys NAS200

    Linksys's NAS200 is marred by slow performance, high noise and lack of flexibility compared to its D-Link competitor.

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Features

  • Power consumption: How much are your gadgets costing you?

    With Earth Hour making us aware of the need to conserve electricity, we conduct a real-world test to see just how much our TVs, computers and other home electronics equipment costs to run.

  • Become your own cable guy

    For even the most mild-mannered gadget freak, keeping track of cables has become an unwanted challenge when travelling. David Braue offers a few tips for making the trip easier.

  • Is it time to ditch your landline?

    Tired of watching your phone bill soar as Telstra uses fixed-line rental increases to jack up its profits? Getting rid of your land line is now easier than ever. CNET.com.au weighs up the options.

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DIYs and How-to

  • Xbox Live: FAQ about gaming online

    This resource rounds up answers to all the questions we are frequently asked about gaming online with Xbox Live, from getting connected to games, membership, points and more.

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Downloads

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