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HP Pavilion MS214a

It won't thrill any Apple fans into not buying an iMac, but HP's latest all-in-one is quietly powerful at an acceptable price point.

Dell Inspiron Zino HD

While our review sample doesn't quite have the power to be a usable HTPC, if you're willing to spend a little more Dell offers the upgrades to get there.

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Reviews

Sony Vaio VPCL118FG/B

Sony's all-in-one PC isn't cheap and it could do with more storage, but otherwise it's a highly attractive option for those who crave simplicity.
Dell IN1910N

The Dell IN1910N is an economy monitor that sacrifices too much in terms of performance and features to achieve its low price tag. We recommend saving up for a better model.
Apple Time Capsule (2TB, Late 2009)

The Apple Time Capsule is a convenient and simple wireless router and NAS server combo for your home. Unfortunately, you can find better deals on devices that offer greater storage space and many more features for the price.
Apple AirPort Extreme Base Station (Late 2009)

The AirPort Extreme Base Station is a great wireless router for Mac or novice users who need something that's simple, nice-looking and works well for their homes. Savvy Windows users will find many better value alternatives.
Apple Mac Mini (Late 2009)

If you demand a small, relatively affordable Mac, the Mac Mini is your only option. Otherwise, you can find Windows-based small form factor desktops that offer more interesting features with better value.
Tigers Electronics Giada N10

The Giada N10 is a quick nettop with a nice keyboard, but it's still not good enough for our money.
Dell Studio One 19

There's a decent but not great PC hiding behind the Studio One 19's touchscreen gimmickry.
Ashes Cricket 2009

Bugs and glitches mar an otherwise fair attempt at bringing the gentleman's sport to consoles.

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Features

Best laptops of 2009

2009 was reasonably quiet for laptop evolution — the GFC hampered things a little, but there was still some great laptops. We sound off our favourites for the year that was.
Best home cinema devices of 2009

From Blu-ray players to home media streamers, CNET Australia looks at the best home cinema gadgets of the year.
Best televisions of 2009

With the year coming to a close we cast our eyes over the best televisions we've seen in the past year and what you should be spending your money on.
Best cameras of 2009

We take a look back at the best cameras that graced our presence in 2009, from SLR, Micro Four Thirds to compacts.

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News

Seen on CNET: The tech videos Australians watched this year

What were the most watched videos on CNET Australia this year? It seems we're all trying to figure out our big screens TVs (and finally the Windows 7 upgrade).
Canon's new IXUS and PowerShots get touchy

Canon has finally taken the plunge into the touchscreen pool, with one of its new IXUS cameras taking the tactile challenge. There's also new PowerShots and an update to the popular semi-pro G10.
New Lumix range is thin and zoomy

Panasonic's latest additions to the 2009 Lumix range includes an update to the popular FZ28 superzoom camera and a new ultra-thin lens design.
New Nikon Coolpix range: Projectors and touchscreens

Nikon has revealed its latest line of Coolpix compact cameras, featuring a number of quirky functionalities like an in-built projector, OLED technology and touchscreens.

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DIYs and How-to

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.
Windows desktop bling

Just because your Windows computer comes with boring backgrounds and icons doesn't mean that you're stuck with them. We show you where to find themes, widgets and other desktop tools to jazz up your screen.
101 software tips, tweaks and tricks

Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and its most important applications.
Making the most of Skype video-calling

Skype High Quality video-calling can help shrink the distance between yourself and loved ones overseas, but you may need to fork out for some new tech. We take a look at what you need.

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Downloads

Mario Screensaver

Display a Mario Brothers screensaver on your desktop.
Compaq Configuration Management Driver/VP

Install the Compaq Configuration Management Driver/VP for DOS 6.0 and Windows 3.x.
Yoda Stories demo

Explore, trade, and fight your way through Dagobah to meet Yoda's challenge.
Amazing JPEG Screen Saver (32-bit)

Enjoy your favorite images as a screensaver.