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AMD Phenom X4 9850

From a do-it-yourself perspective, we're mostly unimpressed with AMD's new 2.5GHz Phenom X4 9850 quad-core desktop processor.

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AMD Athlon 64 FX-60

It's as fast as we imagined, but we wish AMD's new dual-core chip played better with other computer parts out of the gate.

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Intel Core i7-965 Extreme Edition

While Core i7 presents a new performance paradigm, the heinously gluttonous Australian prices will need to come down before it's accepted by the mainstream.

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Intel's quad-core chip unleashed

The Core 2 Extreme QX6700 will remain an enthusiast part for a while, but as a glimpse of the future, it's clear that clock speed is out and core counts are in.

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Apple Mac Mini (2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo)

The Mac Mini remains unique as the smallest mainstream desktop, but competition from Dell and HP has narrowed the gap in features while also offering room for expansion, and at a better price.

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AMD attempts to derail Intel's Santa Rosa

Less than a week before the next version of Intel's Centrino is due to be officially announced, AMD has released details of its own mobile platform which promises a 25 per cent increase in battery life.

AMD Live takes on Intel's Viiv

AMD is getting onboard the entertainment PC bandwagon, coming up with its own tag for PCs that meet certain hardware/software specs- AMD Live!

AMD's new Puma stalking Intel's Centrino

Advanced Micro Devices is coming out with its own Centrino. The US-based chipmaker is prepping an energy-efficient notebook chip, code-named Griffin, as well as a platform based around Griffin called Puma, (similar to Intel's Centrino) that will likely allow AMD to better compete in the rapidly growing notebook market.

Intel makes performance claims, AMD rebuffs them

As might be expected, Advanced Micro Devices doesn't think much of Intel's performance claims for its upcoming Conroe and Merom products.

AMD selling beauty and the brand

Chipmaker to tout zippy graphics and industry deals when selling chips for basic PCs this year--a pitch too narrow, some say.

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.

CNET.com.au's quick guide to Intel processors

Confused about Intel's new naming scheme for their processors? Here's a quick guide to show you how they measure up.

Top 10 FAQs for Notebooks

Buying a laptop can be a daunting experience -- lucky CNET is here to help you through!

DIY: Desktop buying guide

What you need to know -- from finding the type of PC that fits your lifestyle to catching up on all of the latest trends.

Planning makes perfect -- know your PC components

Your new PC will only be as good as the sum of its parts. Here's a quick guide to the main PC components you'll find available in 2006, so you can match your performance requirements and budget realities.

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?

Intel Viiv: what you need to know

CNET.com.au's video feature detailing everything you need to know about Intel's Viiv platform and what it'll do for your digital home.

Centrino 2: What's in the Intel sequel?

Centrino is dead -- it's official. But don't worry. On 14 July, Intel will launch Centrino 2 -- codenamed 'Montevina' — to stave off competition from AMD, and to cement its place as the world's number one choice for laptops.

Intel ready to ship dual-core processors

A new era for desktop CPUs has arrived with the introduction of the dual-core processor.

The best mobile processor is...

Today's notebooks come with a vast range of processors, but will they give you the best performance? Our comprehensive review benchmarks 19 of the latest mobile processors, giving you an insight into the best chips on the market.

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ATI Radeon Display Driver with Catalyst Control Center (Windows XP Professional x64 Edition) 8.10 (10/15/2008)

Update your ATI Radeon video card with the latest drivers for Windows XP Professional x64 Edition.

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Echelon P11/K6 processor patch

Update Echelon on systems running the Intel P1 or AMD K6 processor.

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iPhone Converter 1.1.93

Convert your videos into iPhone compatible formats.

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iPod Converter 3.8.118

Convert AVI, MPEG, and MOV files into iPod video formats.

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VDYAD VirtualDub deinterlace filter

Filter videos using deinterlace plugin in VirtualDub.

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