Tags: desktop, diy, lcd, mac

Home cinema systems: Are kits or components right for you?

Whether you want to buy a home theatre in a box or go the components route, you'll need to decide which way is best for you right from the start.

The LG 55SL80YD is a 37-inch LCD television with a "borderless" design and Bluetooth connectivity.

LG 42SL80YD

The LG 42SL80YD is a 42-inch LCD television with a "borderless" design and Bluetooth connectivity.
LG 37SL80YD

The LG 37SL80YD is a 37-inch LCD television with a "borderless" design and Bluetooth connectivity.
LG 42SL90QD

The LG 42SL90QD is an edge-lit LED LCD television which includes unique features such as Bluetooth streaming and a "borderless" design.
Samsung LA52B750

The Samsung LA52B750 is a 52-inch LCD television which features 200Hz motion compensation and YouTube access.
Samsung LA40B750

The Samsung LA40B750 is a 40-inch LCD television which features 200Hz motion compensation and YouTube access.
Samsung LA46B750

The Samsung LA46B750 is a 46-inch LCD television which features 200Hz motion compensation and YouTube access.
Toshiba Regza 42RV600A

The Toshiba 42RV600A is a 42-inch LCD television that features a 1,300:1 native contrast and a full-HD picture.
Toshiba Regza 46RV600A

The Toshiba 46RV600A is a 46-inch LCD television that features a 3,000:1 native contrast and a full-HD picture.

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.
Slim TV round-up

Looking to free up some space in your living area? Why not get a slim, wall-mountable television? We look at a selection of LCDs and plasmas.
Twitter desktop round-up: Top 5 free apps compared

Forgo Twitter.com's dreaded "fail whale". How? Tweet from the desktop. It's more reliable at times, and sophisticated desktop apps are packed with useful management features.
Perfectly calibrate your LCD TV

Want to adjust your flat-panel TV to get the best image for your DVDs? Here's how.

Australian pricing for new Macs

Apple has revealed Australian pricing details for the new hardware line-up it announced overnight in the US, with the vendor's new low-end MacBook laptop starting at AU$1299.
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.
Snow Leopard brings great news for Windows 7

Every time I see the "I'm a Mac/I'm a PC" ads on TV, I can't help but wonder, "why not both?" And it has never been a better time for that.
Intel Core i7 Mobile laptop chips to be served with Windows 7

Laptop manufacturers are gearing up to release machines that use Intel's next-generation Core i7 mobile chips, code-named Clarksfield, on Intel's next-gen Centrino platform, code-named Calpella.

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.
How to get the best deal on a new TV

If you're looking to buy a new television, there are a lot of things to consider. Thankfully, you don't have to do it alone, as CNET Australia is here to help.
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.
DIY home surveillance with a webcam

Too cheap to buy a real home security system? A webcam gets you part of the way there. We examine a few inexpensive ways to do it with an old computer and some home security software.

Forrin Clock

Put analog clock on your desktop.
TeamViewer

Share your desktop with another person via the Web.
Regmagik

Edit Registry, put links to Registry keys on desktop, and open folders with registry values.
Active Desktop Calendar

Set a customizable calendar as your wallpaper.

Get (laptop) smart before you buy

Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
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.
Whereis® maps

If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.