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Desktop digest: 13 things you need to know to buy the perfect desktop
Despite the laptop gaining strength as the PC du jour in recent times, the desktop still has a place in the home. Here are our top 25 things to consider before buying or building your own desktop.
Best sports games
Most of us aren't born with the ball-thwacking ability of Tiger Woods, the wheel twirling skills of Michael Schumacher or the heading ability of Tim Cahill.
Reviews
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Dell Studio One 19
There's a decent but not great PC hiding behind the Studio One 19's touchscreen gimmickry.
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BenQ nScreen i91
BenQ's nettop looks affordable on the surface, but you're still paying a premium for a low-powered desktop machine.
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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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Apple iMac (20-inch, 2.66GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 2009)
A few other all-in-ones make this 20-inch iMac look expensive on a dollars-per-screen-inch basis, but none are as attractive or as capable juggling multiple programs. With a fast dual-core CPU and a strong array of features, Apple's updated all-in-one will slide seamlessly into a variety of roles at home or at work.
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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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Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks
We're not wild about the design of Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks, but its image quality is so vastly superior to that of other notebook webcams that we're more than willing to make the occasional camera readjustment as needed.
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Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000
The Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 offers a winning combination of stellar image quality, easy-to-use software, and a sturdy, stable stand. It's our webcam pick for desktop and laptop users alike.
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Microsoft Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000
Unless you desperately need a full-sized keyboard covered in silver to match your decor, we'd suggest you pass on the Microsoft Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000, and go for one of the cheaper options.
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Best strategy games
Are you a general in training? Someone who prefers to direct the battle, even if you sometimes zoom in for the final kill? Sounds like you're a strategy player. Launch your own epic conflict with these top strategy games.
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Best first-person shooter games
For the elite gamer nothing beats a first-person shooter. Whether battling alien hordes or human armies, there's something for everyone who wants to pick up a gun and fight (digitally, of course).
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Best role-playing games
If you live to battle with thousands of fellow warriors, then you're an RPG fan. A genre most at home on the PC, role-playing games are sneaking on to consoles as well, giving fantasy fans of all kinds something to get excited about.
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Wireless networking demystified
With so many options, which network set-up is best for you?
News
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Google announces Chrome OS
Google has announced the creation of the Google Chrome Operating System project, with the goal to build a Linux-based OS available for purchase on netbooks in the second half of 2010.
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Save URLs to read later
Find something you want to read, but not right away? Check out the latest in online bookmark management tools.
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Can Panasonic save plasma?
Pioneer and NEC have exited the plasma market, leaving the mantle of responsibility on Panasonic's shoulders. But can the best technology survive?
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Televisions will still get EPG after Freeview
The head of Freeview has announced that existing customers will still be able to use an electronic guide if their equipment currently supports it, but won't be able to use any of Freeview's additional features.
DIYs and How-to
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Laptop lowdown: 25 things you need to know to buy the perfect notebook
In the market for a new notebook? Check out our list of 25 things you need to consider before you hit the shops.
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Wipe your hard drive clean
Get out your virtual scrub brush and let's get busy.
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GPS buyer's guide
Prices for GPS devices and apps have come down in the last year and many of us are looking at jumping on the bandwagon. We take a look at how it works, why you should (or shouldn't) buy a GPS, as well as key features to look out for.
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Digital camera buying guide
So you're looking for a brand new compact digital camera? CNET Australia is here to help with our guide to choosing and buying a compact digital camera.
Downloads
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Christmas Symphony Screensaver
Watch animated Christmas scenes as your screensaver.
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UIFriend
Access your display settings with ease.
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goScreen
Organize and add space to your desktop by creating 80 virtual screens.
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Desktop Orbiter
Administrate and protect your network from single point.
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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| Apple iPhone 3GS 32GB | 35 plans |  1% |
| Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB | 35 plans |  3% |
| Nokia N97 | 41 plans | 2% |
| Sony Ericsson Satio | 12 plans | 1% |
| Blackberry Curve 8520 | 6 plans | 1% |
| Apple mobile phones | 3% |
| Nokia mobile phones | 1% |
| Sony Ericsson mobile phones | 1% |
| Blackberry mobile phones | 2% |
| Samsung mobile phones | 2% |
