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Western Digital WD TV Live
The Western Digital WD TV Live is a compact media streamer that now features YouTube and Flickr access and a supports a wide range of formats.
Security suites for 2010
Most vendors have updated their software solutions for 2010. We round-up what's on offer.
Reviews
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AVG Anti-Virus 9.0
The feature-rich versions of popular security program AVG have been updated, with AVG Technologies claiming faster scan times, faster boot times and other under-the-hood improvements.
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Microsoft Security Essentials
Microsoft Security Essentials is recommended for those who want something to set and ignore, but users who want more robust configuration choices or don't want to contribute to the cloud should look elsewhere.
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Norton AntiVirus 2010
Norton AntiVirus 2010 builds on the immense progress made in last year's version, maintaining a low system profile while strengthening its security framework. It's not perfect, but even Symantec's detractors should check it out.
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Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010
Going by older detection and removal numbers, Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware offers competent if basic security protection. However, so do many free competitors. This year, we recommend giving Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010 a pass.
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Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2010
Kaspersky's 2010 updates for its Internet Security and Anti-Virus programs introduce several useful features, including behavioural-based threat detection, program sandboxing and a gamer mode.
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Asus Eee Box B206
For undemanding users who aren't into HD video, Asus' Eee Box B206 is worth a look; however, it's not powerful enough to take on other media-centre PCs.
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Lavasoft Anti-Virus Helix
Lavasoft, the publisher behind Ad-Aware security apps, unveils its first full-fledged antivirus application. Why is it nearly identical to Avira AntiVir?
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Norton AntiVirus 2009
Norton AntiVirus 2009 hits all the right security notes, and its superior protection technologies might even win back some jaded anti-Symantec folks, though for some, technical support may continue to frustrate.
Features
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Best soundbar theatre systems
Looking for a compact home theatre without wires? Then try a soundbar — a single speaker that sits under your TV and simulates a 5.1 surround system.
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CNET 2008 antivirus performance test scores
Kaspersky Anti-Virus earns our Editors' Choice as the best standalone antivirus application we reviewed this year. But, as the performance charts below show, the competition is knocking at the door.
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Five net nasties and how to avoid them
From fraudster frogs on Facebook to dodgy music downloads: we look at five ways your data can be compromised online and how to stay safe from the scamsters.
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GO3: Q&A: Lumines creator Tetsuya Mizuguchi
Lumines, Rez developer on creating music games and the future of the industry.
News
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Facebook debuts 'fan box' tool
A new tool lets celebrities, brands, products and companies effectively embed their Facebook presence into websites.
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Polaroid PoGo camera
People are still lamenting the passing of Polaroid Instant Film into history, but thanks to technology featured in its tiny portable PoGo printer launched in 2008, the company is offering a new shoot-and-print option: the Polaroid PoGo Instant Digital Camera.
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Microsoft gets a better answer to Flickr
Microsoft has overhauled its Windows Live Photos service, in an attempt to rival Yahoo's Flickr.
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Trend Micro rolls out 2009 suite
Late last week Trend Micro released its Internet Security 2009 and Internet Security Pro 2009 products, touting enhanced performance, features and better end-user education.
DIYs and How-to
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How to clear your browser and surf securely
Whenever you complete a banking or e-commerce or some other financial transaction involving personal data online, you really should clear your Internet browser's history, cache, and (in some cases) cookie files.
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Beat back that Trojan horse
Accidents happen. Somewhere, somehow you've clicked the wrong link and a Trojan horse has piled your PC with adware and spyware. Learn some basic techniques for beating back the assailants.
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Wireless on-line gaming with the Xbox
Can you connect to Xbox Live using a wireless network?
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Live it up: 10 steps to get your Xbox online
For those Xbox Live newbies out there, CNET.com.au is here to help with this handy guide to getting your console online.
Downloads
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Keylogger Hunter
Protect your PC by blocking the activities of keylogger programs.
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Qik (Symbian 60)
Stream videos from your mobile device to the Web.
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DiskState
Organize, analyze, and optimize your disk space usage.
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gnuplot
Command-line 2D and 3D plotting utility.
The Explain Series
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Get (laptop) smart before you buy
Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
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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.
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Whereis® maps
If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.
Videos
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| Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB | 35 plans |  1% |
| Nokia N97 | 41 plans | 2% |
| Sony Ericsson Satio | 12 plans | 1% |
| Blackberry Curve 8520 | 6 plans | 1% |
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| Samsung mobile phones | 2% |
