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  • MacBook Pro vs. the PC competition

    Mac or PC? The war rages on. We've thrown the most recent 13-inch MacBook Pro and the closest PC to a Mac we've seen, the Asus U80V, into the ring for an all out brawl.

  • Laptops with long battery life

    Unless you're buying a desktop replacement, battery life is arguably the key consideration in any notebook purchase. CNET.com.au gives you our top long-lasting models.

  • Is Apple behind the laptop curve?

    As good as Apple laptops are, Windows-based PCs do have a few leading-edge features not found in MacBooks.

  • Contrasting Windows: New feature comparison

    Since 2002 when Microsoft introduced Windows XP, its operating system upgrades have caused a wide range of reactions. In this chart, we compare the major features in each OS and look at Windows' progress over the years.

  • Best ultraportable laptops

    Six ultraportable laptops to tickle the fancy of the light-weight enthusiast.

  • Best desktop replacements / all-in-ones

    Six desktop replacements/all-in-ones for those who need power, flexibility and the ability to move.

  • Can I still buy a laptop with Windows XP?

    Not ready for a Vista laptop? Simply want to stick to good old XP? Here are your options on the market.

  • Laptop predictions for 2008

    Staring into the foggy crystal ball of the future, we try and wipe away the smudges to catch a glimpse of laptop technology to come.

  • Leopard vs Vista

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

  • Entertainment PCs under $2,000

    Why wait for TiVo when you can buy one of these PCs and not only record TV, but play games and scribble down your memoirs at the same time!

  • Centrino Duo (AKA Santa Rosa) explained

    We wouldn't recommend rushing out immediately to buy a Centrino Duo system, but if you're in the market for a new laptop, the new platform will give you a modest boost

  • Five things to consider if you want to buy a laptop in 2007

    Buying a laptop is a hard decision at the best of times, but with the release of Vista and the pending release of new mobile technology the task is that much more difficult. We help you sort through it all.

  • Windows Vista: past and future

    Jeff Putt of Microsoft Australia discusses the future of Vista, and looks at the hardware hits (and misses) that have accompanied their operating systems.

  • Windows Vista: Versions compared

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  • 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.

  • Top five Vista-ready notebooks

    Why wait till January 30? We pick the top five notebooks which are ready for Vista out of the box.

  • CES 2007: Computers and hardware preview

    CES is the biggest consumer electronics show in the world. Here's some of the technology and trends we expect to see on the show floor.

  • Best laptops of 2006

    We round up the best notebooks of 2006 with something for everyone: from snazzy ultraportables to desk-bound behemoths.

  • FAQ: Getting a handle on Windows Vista

    The new version of Windows makes its debut for businesses. Here's what you can expect.

  • What's new and different in Outlook 2007

    While it doesn't bring the same jaw-dropping interface changes that accompany other modules in the Office 2007 suite, Outlook 2007 does provide a number of new and very useful features, and the interface does change a bit to accommodate some of these new features.

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