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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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MSI MEGABOOK M675

Intel has the upperhand when it comes to dual-core processing, and though this is a valiant attempt by MSI at incorporating the competitor AMD, the execution is found wanting.

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NEC PowerMate MT M5005h

A very capable desktop PC that achieves reasonable results overall but is marred by an outdated CPU.

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HP Compaq Presario v3000

An attractive multimedia notebook that won't break the bank.

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Acer Ferrari 5000

The Ferrari 5000 is the best looking and performing notebook Acer has released, but it's pricey and not without its quirks.

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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.

AMD enters the 90-nanometer zone

Advanced Micro Devices says it has reached a chip manufacturing milestone that will lead to improvements across its range of processor offerings for PCs and servers.

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 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.

Top 10 FAQs for Notebooks

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

Notebook shopping checklist

Processors, memory, hard drives, screens, graphics cards, optical drives, connectivity. What should you be looking out for?

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.

DIY: How to buy a laptop for your business

A laptop offers a number of advantages, particularly portability. Even if your business doesn't call for much travel, you can take all of your data with you on a daily commute or just down the hall for a presentation.

All about laptop batteries: Updated

Ever wondered why your laptop's battery doesn't last longer? We explain the technology behind battery power, and provide tips on how to maximise it.

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.

Best laptops of 2006

We round up the best notebooks of 2006 with something for everyone: from snazzy ultraportables to desk-bound behemoths.

Q&A: Is Santa Rosa right for me?

Intel's vice president, Shmuel (Mooly) Eden speaks on how Intel intends to pursue first-time buyers, and educate the public on the new platform.

Five things to consider if you want to buy a laptop in 2007

Buying a laptop is a hard decision at the best of times, but with the release of Vista and the pending release of new mobile technology the task is that much more difficult. We help you sort through it all.

Desktop shopping checklist

Home PCs still have their place in the sun, thanks to falling prices and ease of upgradeability.

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