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Best PC games
Console titles may get all the fanfare, but there are still plenty of great games to play on the PC.
Logitech G19
Logitech's G19 Gaming Keyboard boasts a built-in colour LCD with exciting capabilities, as well as lots of little improvements over previous models. But with few apps — thus far — that take advantage of the screen in a meaningful way, the G19's potential remains largely untapped.
Reviews
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Altech SysArielAtom-DP04
The DP04 is a classic example of why nettop buyers are better off buying netbooks.
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Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)
A slight bump to the specifications for the same price, the option to upgrade the graphics means the 24-inch iMac keeps the Editors' Choice it earned last year.
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Bose Computer MusicMonitor
The Bose Computer MusicMonitors are a compact and good sounding pair of multimedia speakers -- they're just way too expensive.
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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A very capable desktop PC that achieves reasonable results overall but is marred by an outdated CPU.
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Logitech Wireless Music System for PC
The Logitech Wireless Music System can wirelessly stream any audio file format from your PC to your home stereo system, but you'll have to fly blind because it doesn't have a visual user interface.
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Lenovo 3000 J105
The Lenovo 3000 J105 is best suited for basic office and home productivity tasks; but with limited upgrade options and a one-year warranty, better deals are out there.
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eTrust PestPatrol AntiSpyware 5 Home Edition
eTrust PestPatrol offers fast spyware protection, but you can find better protection with Lavasoft Ad-aware.
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CA eTrust EZ Antivirus 7.1
eTrust EZ Antivirus 7.1 is a dependable antiviral crusader that's worth a look only if you're already running antispyware and firewall software.
Features
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Desktop shopping checklist
Home PCs still have their place in the sun, thanks to falling prices and ease of upgradeability.
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The Mac desktop family album
Just as the Xeon-based Mac Pro completed Apple's transition to Intel CPUs, the iMac received an upgrade to the new Core 2 Duo chips while also appearing in an awe-inspiring 24-inch model. Lest we forget the plucky Mac Mini, it is now completely dual core -- and still cheap. Our reviews will help you find your Mac match.
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PC Starter Kit: 20 Essential Free Downloads
Twenty programs you shouldn't be without.
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CNET 2006 antivirus performance test scores
CNET Labs compares the performance of antivirus apps.
News
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BMW designer takes a stab at the desktop
While not quite as revolutionary as Asus' modular PC concept from a few years back, BMW DesignworksUSA's Level 10 case for Thermaltake is a far cry from any other desktop chassis we've seen recently.
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iPhone prepares for new life as a PC
Starting from February, you'll finally be able to call the iPhone a mobile computer.
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Thanks for the Mac memories
At Macworld Tuesday, Andy Hertzfeld, a member of the original Macintosh team, recalled the good old days of the iconic computer.
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Sony expands developer ties down under
SCEE's Zeno Colaco says next-gen consoles allow for more creativity; launches new PSP dev kit program to support Aussie developers.
DIYs and How-to
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How to family-proof your PC
You may be savvy about computer security, but what about your family and friends? Before loved ones wreak havoc on your files, make sure you take these four basic security precautions.
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How to put your favourite photo on a T-shirt
Use your Mac to make a lovely keepsake from your favourite digital photo.
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How to get the most from your RAM
One of the cheapest ways to speed up your PC is to optimise the memory. So make the most of your PC's RAM, whether or not you add new modules.
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How to secure your wireless network
As convenient as wireless networks are to use, they can also be easy to hack if you don't have the proper security.
Downloads
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BumpTop
Combine a virtual simulation of a real computer desk with computing power of your PC.
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X-Master
Free extension (Hack) manager
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Tracer
Bar Code enable your data collection tasks such as Inventory and Asset Tracking. Collect your data faster!!
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Clean My Registry
Clean up your system registry.
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.
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Commonwealth Bank Mobile Banking
Bank anywhere, anytime. Learn more.
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Nokia Navigation
The introduction of GPS adds a new dimension of 'social navigation'.
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| Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB | 35 plans |  1% |
| Apple iPhone 3GS 32GB | 35 plans | 2% |
| Nokia N97 | 42 plans |  4% |
| Sony Ericsson Satio | 6 plans | 2% |
| Nokia 5800 XpressMusic | 35 plans | 1% |
| Apple mobile phones | 4% |
| Nokia mobile phones | 6% |
| Sony Ericsson mobile phones | 1% |
| Samsung mobile phones | 2% |
| Blackberry mobile phones | 1% |
