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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.

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.

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Reviews

Dell Studio One 19

There's a decent but not great PC hiding behind the Studio One 19's touchscreen gimmickry.
Toshiba Satellite L500D

We like the Toshiba Satellite L500D, it's amazing value for its price. However, we think it's worth paying the extra AU$200 for the version with the less power hungry GPU.
Toshiba Satellite U500

Toshiba's Satellite U500 wants to be portable and powerful, which has a negative impact on both the battery life and the weight. Still, if you need power in a petite package, the U500 might do it for you.
BenQ nScreen i91

BenQ's nettop looks affordable on the surface, but you're still paying a premium for a low-powered desktop machine.
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.
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.
Altech SysArielAtom-DP04

The DP04 is a classic example of why nettop buyers are better off buying netbooks.
Toshiba Satellite A300 (2009)

Toshiba's A300 certainly stands out in a crowd, but its battery life means you won't be out in the crowds for long.

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Features

Desktop shopping checklist

Home PCs still have their place in the sun, thanks to falling prices and ease of upgradeability.
Eco Friendly PCs

Rory Reid shares tips on how to have a greener PC, without resorting to paint.
Remote control keyboards

Whether you put a keyboard in your living room for your home theatre PC or you simply want some extra distance from your desktop, both Microsoft and Logitech have you covered.
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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News

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.
Federal Government to spend 4.5 billion on digital TV?

The Federal Government has denied it could spend up to $4.5 billion on the roll-out of digital television, after announcing the cost of the Mildura switch-off trial this week.
Toshiba unveils two new notebooks in Satellite series

Toshiba continues its line-up with a couple of new notebooks from its Satellite series.
Optima shut down, assets auctioned off

The remnants of Australian PC maker Optima ICM have been auctioned at trading website Grays Online, but some equipment has been reserved to repay customers that are owed outstanding warranties from the failed company.

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DIYs and How-to

Windows desktop bling

Just because your Windows computer comes with boring backgrounds and icons doesn't mean that you're stuck with them. We show you where to find themes, widgets and other desktop tools to jazz up your screen.
101 software tips, tweaks and tricks

Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and its most important applications.
Making the most of Skype video-calling

Skype High Quality video-calling can help shrink the distance between yourself and loved ones overseas, but you may need to fork out for some new tech. We take a look at what you need.
Build the ultimate quiet PC

A noisy PC can drive you to distraction. Use our guide to discover the main causes of unwanted computer noise and build yourself the ultimate quiet PC!

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Downloads

Premium Clock

Display different types of clocks and wallpapers on your desktop.
Power Notes

Organize your notes and schedules and create electronic reminders.
Hazel

Personal housekeeper: organizes files according to your rules.
8Start Launcher

Organize your shortcuts into groups and categories.

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.