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Plasma vs. LCD: Six things you need to know
You know you want a flat TV, but you may not know whether a plasma or an LCD is best for you. We examine what you should consider before buying.
Creative Sound Blaster Arena Surround
As an all-in-one sound system, the Arena Surround is a solid performer capable of engaging the user in a surround audio experience.
Reviews
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EyePet
The EyePet's creative gameplay and varied content is marred by a lack of proper instructions and a short-lived experience.
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Assassin's Creed II
Assassin's Creed II is what you'd want an action sequel to be: bigger, better and more beautiful.
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Dragon Age: Origins
Incredible storytelling, great characters and exciting battles are just a few of the things that make this fantasy role-playing game so extraordinary.
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Tekken 6
With its beefy cast, impressive Scenario Campaign mode and expansive customisation options, Tekken 6 is the new heavyweight in the fighting game arena
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Little King's Story
This deep, challenging and beautiful RTS-RPG hybrid is cleverly disguised as a child-friendly introduction to the strategy genre.
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
Modern Warfare 2 nails the three pillars of play — campaign, cooperative and multiplayer — to earn its place in the pantheon of modern shooters.
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Pro Evolution Soccer 2010
This year's Pro Evo improves upon its predecessor in some key areas, but it does little else to keep up with the competition.
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Brutal Legend
This amazing tribute to metal delivers a hugely entertaining gaming experience despite missing a few chords.
Features
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What is a network?
At its heart, a network is simply a way of connecting two or more computers together.
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What equipment is used to connect to a network?
We look into the sort of equipment or infrastructure that you may find being used to create a home network.
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Portable or in-dash GPS?
So you've decided to get satellite navigation for your beloved automobile, but you're caught between what type of system to get. CNET Australia investigates whether an integrated in-dash unit or portable device is suitable for you.
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Aussie sports games: Win, lose or draw?
The past, present and future on video games based on the biggest sports down under.
News
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Rock Band iPhone: Finger-cramping fun
Rock Band for iPhone may be one of the most expensive games in the Apple App Store, but it's worth every cent.
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Sony upgrades Bravia warranty to three years
Sony is set to announce its Christmas promotion with a free full three-year warranty on all of its Bravia LCD televisions, up from a standard 12 months, starting 1 October.
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Xbox 360 Elite drops Australian pricing
Gamers who buy an Xbox 360 Elite from the day of the AU$100 price drop through to October 20 will also receive a copy of Halo 3: ODST.
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Microsoft, Sony set E3 in motion
The big stories from E3 2009 were not about console exclusive titles and freshly revealed games, but rather on just one idea — motion control.
DIYs and How-to
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720p vs 1080p: Which should I buy?
Looking to buy a new television and wondering whether it's worth saving money on a lower-resolution set? We go over the pros and cons of 1080p and 720p.
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Xbox Live: FAQ about gaming online
This resource rounds up answers to all the questions we are frequently asked about gaming online with Xbox Live, from getting connected to games, membership, points and more.
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Advanced Mac keyboard shortcuts for power users
If you're an experienced Apple user, this guide will show you some of the more advanced keyboard shortcuts you should know.
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Watch downloads on your TV
Media wants to be free, but it should be accessible everywhere in your house too, especially on your TV. Find out how to play the files on your PC on a bigger screen.
Downloads
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VNC Scan Enterprise Console
Manage workstations and servers on your network using VNC, RDP, and remote scripting.
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GhostWin
Change the transparency level of desktop windows, particularly when moving or sizing.
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IceClean
System maintenance & optimization tool.
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Bugzilla
Web-based bug tracking system from mozilla.org.
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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Nokia Navigation
The introduction of GPS adds a new dimension of 'social navigation'.
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