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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.

DIY: Desktop buying guide

What you need to know -- from finding the type of PC that fits your lifestyle to catching up on all of the latest trends.

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Reviews

  • Apple iMac Core Duo (20-inch, 2.0GHz)

    Apple's Intel-based iMac Core Duo boasts an enviable combination of a first-rate design, an impeccable software bundle, and the newfound ability to run Windows in addition to Mac OS X. You simply won't find a more feature-packed, versatile mainstream computer.

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DIYs and How-to

  • DIY: Upgrade your PDA

    Updates! Get your updates here. If you own a Palm LifeDrive or one of the new Windows Mobile 5 handhelds, listen up.

  • DIY: How to update firmware on your MP3 player

    We'll step you through how to upgrade the firmware on some of the most popular MP3 players, so there'll be no excuses not to have the latest and greatest feature set available.

  • DIY: Memory Matters

    A RAM boost can be an inexpensive way to energise your PC's performance -- if you know how to pick the right modules. Follow our guide through the memory maze right to the RAM you need.

  • DIY: How to free yourself from flicker

    A flickering monitor is more than a nuisance. The flicker can cause eye strain, fatigue, and headaches, or it may even damage your eyesight. If your monitor is on the blink, try these steps to free yourself from flicker.

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