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Microsoft Vista Home Basic

If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, it is not worth rushing out to purchase Vista Home Basic. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.

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Microsoft Windows Vista SP1

Microsoft pushes its first service pack for Vista out the door. Is it a salvation, a non-event or a flop?

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Windows Vista Ultimate

Microsoft has released its new operating system, Windows Vista, to hardware manufacturers, marking the end of the development phase and the beginning of the distribution phase.

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Windows Vista Business

Windows Vista Business is essentially warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.

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Apple MacBook 2.4GHz

The 2008 Apple MacBook is a perfect amalgam of design and usability, and is able to beat many Windows PCs at their own game.

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Microsoft boxes up Vista

Although it is still working to finish the code for Windows Vista, Microsoft has reached a decision on which versions of the operating system to offer.

Vista Service Pack 1: Things Microsoft forgot to fix

Life's all about grabbing opportunities, and we think Microsoft missed a few with Windows Vista SP1. Here's a list of things we think should have been included with the operating system upgrade to improve the Windows Vista user experience on the whole.

Windows Vista: One year on

Craig Simms wades through the mess that is still Windows Vista.

Microsoft trying to make Vista iPod friendly

Microsoft released several patches for Windows Vista on Tuesday, including one designed to put the iPod and the new operating system back on speaking terms.

Microsoft releases final fix for iTunes on Vista

Microsoft believes it has solved the problems caused when Vista users tried to eject their iPods, although it said the same thing in March.

Give Windows XP a Vista Look

Windows Vista won't be available until early next year, but current XP users drooling over Vista's new Aero theme and utilities, such as sidebars and widgets, don't have to wait for Microsoft to ship out its new operating system to upgrade their desktops.

File sharing between XP, Vista and OS X on a local network

You've got a Mac and a PC hooked up to a local network, and you'd like to share files between them. Thing is, file sharing isn't easy. No sweat! CNET.com.au walks you through setting up file sharing on OS X, Vista and XP.

101 software tips, tweaks and tricks

Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and its most important applications.

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.

100 tips to speed up your software

Do more faster with these amazingly useful shortcuts.

Microsoft's two major new software betas: Windows Vista and IE 7

Check out our First Takes of the beta software for Microsoft's upcoming operating system and browser.

Leopard vs Vista

What's inside Mac OS 10.5 Leopard and Windows Vista? Here's a rundown of the features offered by each.

Windows Vista pros and cons

What you'll love and hate about Windows Vista.

Five music download services compared

If you're keen to boost your music collection without stepping away from the glow of your monitor, our quick guide to Australian download services will give you all the info you need.

50 significant moments from internet history

We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet.

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Alldj iPhone iPod Apple-TV Video Converter 3

Convert various video formats into iPod, iPhone, MP4, or H.264 video formats.

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