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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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  Extended MGS4 trailer floors Konami press conference

  The masters of Metal Gear unveil their full 2006 lineup including new MGS and Silent Hill PSP titles, Konami's first Wii game, and more.

• Spyware is on the decline -- or is it?

  A new report shows spyware on the decline, but two more reports suggest just the opposite. Who's right?

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  Ten things you should do to a new PC before surfing the Web

  A Microsoft Windows PC that has not been updated for security vulnerabilities will be compromised by some from of malware within minutes of connecting to the Internet. Take steps to protect yourself before you start Web surfing.

• DIY: Vinyl resurrection - Turn LPs and tapes into digital media files

  The Andrews Sisters and Black Sabbath deserve to be heard. Follow our guide to digitising your dusty records and cassettes, and you can put your old turntable on eBay.

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  Tech nightmares: Windows XP SP2

  To exorcise Windows XP's security demons, Microsoft recently gave it a thorough overhaul in the shape of Service Pack 2. But -- surprise, surprise -- it's not perfect...

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• FireDaemon Pro

  Install and run any application or script as a Windows service.

• 2Flyer Screensaver Builder Pro

  Create your own screensavers with visual, audio, and transition effects.

• AnFX

  Enhance your Web pages using Flash movies or Java applets.

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  Advanced Effect Maker

  Create customized web effects: slide shows, messengers, scrollers, games, menus.

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