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Laptop lowdown: 25 things you need to know to buy the perfect notebook

In the market for a new notebook? Check out our list of 25 things you need to consider before you hit the shops.

Asus does a good job of combining a netbook and a touchscreen in the Eee PC T91, even if the system hits a couple of first-generation snags.

AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition

While the higher power consumption is a slight concern, the X4 955 proves that AMD is back in the performance game and ready to play hard ball. Bring on the next generation.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3

The LX3 is a good camera with an excellent feature set that positions it way beyond any conventional point-and-shoot on the retail shelves today.
HP Pavilion HDX - 'Dragon'

With a 20-inch widescreen, HD DVD drive and HDTV tuner, HP's Pavilion HDX has supersized the desktop replacement into a fire-breathing, multimedia beast.
Nokia 5300 XpressMusic

The Nokia 5300 XpressMusic phone works well as a music player — a larger memory card would be useful — but achieves relatively average results as a phone.
Nokia N73

Nokia's N73 is one of the best camera phones we've seen this year, with a wide range of multimedia and business features tucked under its belt. Responsiveness, however, is not a strong point.
Creative Zen Vision

The Creative Zen Vision is a refreshing take on the portable video player.
Apple SuperDrive Mac Mini (1.42 GHz)

The Apple SuperDrive Mac Mini addresses some of the shortcomings of its AU$799 predecessor, making it a well-rounded home PC at its base configuration.
Toshiba Portege M300

The M300 will satisfy users who need a stylish lightweight notebook with an optical drive for their work. Mind the processing power, though.

Digital photography glossary

Having problems with certain camera jargons? Fret not. We have compiled a list of the common terms and definitions used in digital photography.
Xbox 360 vs PlayStation 3 vs Wii

Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 or Wii — which next generation games console will reign supreme?
Dual-core desktop CPU bout: AMD vs. Intel

AMD and Intel both have dual-core CPUs out on the market, but which chip maker's technology is truly the best?
The ABC of PSP: Your PSP launch guide

To help you cut through the hype and excitement of the PSP launch, CNET.com.au has compiled this must-read survival guide detailing everything you need to know about the PSP.

Microsoft photo standard comes into focus

The company is optimistic that its HD Photo format will be renamed JPEG XR and standardised by the Joint Photographic Experts Group.

101 software tips, tweaks and tricks

Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and its most important applications.
100 tips to speed up your software

Do more faster with these amazingly useful shortcuts.
How to upgrade Windows XP to Windows Vista

Find out what you'll need to upgrade your current files and software to Windows Vista.
How to make your smart phone smarter

You don't have to be a brain surgeon to boost your smart phone's IQ. Downloadable software offers maps and directions, an instant messenger, and the latest news to go.

Sound Grinder

Convert audio files between different formats in batch mode.
Indigo

Home automation server that integrates INSTEON & X10.
MP3 Converter

Extract audio from media files and convert audio between various formats.
Partition Wizard Business Edition

Move, resize, copy, create, and recover hard disk drive partitions.

Get (laptop) smart before you buy

Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
Microsoft Windows® 7. Your PC, simplified.

Windows® 7 has been designed to be more reliable, more responsive, and to make the things you do every day easier.
Whereis® maps

If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.