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Microsoft Encarta Premium 2007

Microsoft Encarta Premium 2007 is a well-designed reference tool that's especially friendly for young learners.

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Western Digital My Book Premium ES Edition (500GB)

With only a one year warranty and no included eSATA cable, it's worth checking out the My Book Premium ES Edition's competition.

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Google Desktop 2

Google's new desktop search app includes a sidebar to display your local files, as well as your e-mail inbox and Web journeys.

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Toshiba NB100

In the face of an identical hardware platform, Toshiba's netbook fails to bring a unique point of difference.

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Google Earth brings virtual tourism to iPhone

The internet giant releases an iPhone version of its geographic exploration software. And with multi-touch and GPS, the interface is better than a PC's.

Moko wants you!

Australian mobile social networking site Moko is in the process of electing its first President and wants you to get involved.

Lenovo takes brave step back into consumer PCs

Lenovo is set to launch its Idea consumer range in Australia in 2008.

Picnik crosses the pond, teams up with Photobox, QOOP

Picnik adds integration with Photobox and QOOP for international users and printing enthusiasts.

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File sharing between XP, Vista and OS X on a local network

You've got a Mac and a PC hooked up to a local network, and you'd like to share files between them. Thing is, file sharing isn't easy. No sweat! CNET.com.au walks you through setting up file sharing on OS X, Vista and XP.

DIY: How to buy a laptop for your business

A laptop offers a number of advantages, particularly portability. Even if your business doesn't call for much travel, you can take all of your data with you on a daily commute or just down the hall for a presentation.

Windows Vista 101: an overview of the basics

Microsoft's newest operating system may have arrived in early 2007, but many people are still reluctant to make the switch. But is now the time to upgrade from XP? What's changed? Take a look at this tutorial to learn everything you need to know about basic Windows Vista operation.

10 things to do before installing Vista

Windows Vista's enhanced functionality and snazzy Aero Glass visual effects will demand steeper hardware requirements for the machines you support. Check this list to make sure you cover all the bases before deciding what Vista versions those machines will be able to run.

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Leopard vs Vista

What's inside Mac OS 10.5 Leopard and Windows Vista? Here's a rundown of the features offered by each.

Upgrading to Vista: 5 burning questions

With the specter of Windows Vista looming, there are surprisingly still many questions on the minds of the average consumer. We decided answer the top five questions about the new operating system.

10 links to shorten your links

There are literally hundreds of these link shortening services out there, but we've decided to break it down to 10 that we like the most.

CES 2008: world's biggest tech show preview

The annual International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the world's largest, and in the leadup to our exclusive CNET.com.au coverage here's what to expect from CES 2008.

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Premium Clock 2.5

Display different types of clocks and wallpapers on your desktop.

Kids NetLinks Premium Edition

Customize your computer with 80 shortcuts to various learning and fun sites on the Web.

Windows Vista Home Premium upgrade

Upgrade to Windows Vista Home Premium from XP Home or XP Media Center.

Documents To Go Premium Edition 10.002

Take Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other business files with you on your Palm OS handheld.

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