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MSI Wind12 U200

The MSI Wind12 U200 sits in that comfortable space between netbook and laptop — if you have modest needs, but still want a decent screen size and a bit more power than Intel's Atom offers, the U200 might be the laptop you're looking for.

Lenovo ThinkPad T400s

The T400s is the lightest 14-inch ThinkPad yet from Lenovo — just be ready to pay for the convenience.

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Reviews

Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 4000

The Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 4000 doesn't leave much room for complaint. It fits comfortably in your hand and works on almost any surface, thanks to Microsoft's BlueTrack sensor technology. It would make a useful addition to your mobile arsenal.
Dell Studio One 19

There's a decent but not great PC hiding behind the Studio One 19's touchscreen gimmickry.
Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010

Going by older detection and removal numbers, Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware offers competent if basic security protection. However, so do many free competitors. This year, we recommend giving Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010 a pass.
Trend Micro Internet Security Pro 2010

Trend Micro Internet Security Pro's broad feature set combined with its look and feel make it a serious contender, but questionable efficacy and middling performance mean it's a program we're not recommending for this year.
Microsoft Windows 7 (Home Premium)

Windows 7 is more than what Vista should have been — it's where Microsoft needed to go. How much damage Vista did and whether Windows 7 is enough for people to finally abandon Windows XP are questions that nobody has the answers to right now.
Microsoft Windows 7 (Professional)

Windows 7 looks like the operating system that we've all been waiting for. Despite its imperfections, it shows a lot of promise for the future while presenting a stable platform that can compete comfortably with OS X.
Microsoft Windows 7 (Ultimate)

Windows 7 looks like the operating system that we've all been waiting for. Despite its imperfections, it shows a lot of promise for the future while presenting a stable platform that can compete comfortably with OS X.
Apple MacBook Pro (13-inch, June 2009)

Previously known as the MacBook, Apple's basic 13-inch aluminium unibody laptop has been promoted to the "Pro" series, all while adding features and cutting the base price.

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Features

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.
Norton Antivirus: When did it get good?

It seems that thinning down your application for greater performance has finally caught on, and bloat is being stripped away. This year's surprise contender: Norton.
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.
Green downloads: Eco-minded apps

We admit that as it's St Patrick's Day, we've got green downloads on the brain, but if your taste runs more to a green environment than Guinness, check out this sampling of energy-saving applications.

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News

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.
Microsoft finalises Windows 7

The software maker completes engineering for the Vista successor, releasing the operating system for manufacturing as it focuses on an October launch.
What to expect in Windows 7 RC

In this hands on, the Windows 7 Release Candidate continues to impress with big new features, improvements to old ones, and a longer trial period despite dropping native Bluetooth support.
Dell rides the Dragon with new XPS 625 gaming PC

Even if the case lighting caused consternation for some, we were fans of Dell's XPS 630 gaming desktop, which delivered solid bang-for-the-buck. With this morning's announcement of the XPS 625, Dell once again sets its sights on the mid-range gamer.

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DIYs and How-to

Go green: Energy-cutting apps for your PC

Regardless of where you sit on the scale of eco-conscientiousness, keeping the reins steady on your computer's carbon footprint and energy consumption makes good technological and financial sense.
101 software tips, tweaks and tricks

Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and its most important applications.
Dual boot Windows XP and Vista

Already got XP installed, but want to try Vista? Here's how to run both at once.
Watch downloads on your TV

Media wants to be free, but it should be accessible everywhere in your house too, especially on your TV. Find out how to play the files on your PC on a bigger screen.

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Downloads

Portlock Leap Frog

Install Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 and keep your current XP or Vista operating system.
NTFS-3G

Mount, read & write to NTFS-formatted drives under OS X.
HWM BlackBox

Deliver precise details on the core components of your computer.
AuditWizard

Discover all your hardware, software and application licenses across your entire network.

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.