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10 tips for better home cinema sound

We've assembled this checklist to help you quickly improve the sound of your home theatre system.

Steam games coming to Mac

Valve has announced that its Steam gaming service is coming to the Mac platform, and will simultaneously release games for both PCs and Macs.

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Reviews

PC Tools Internet Security 2010

We're big fans of PC Tools Internet Security's ThreatFire component, and the overall toolset that PC Tools provides is robust, but the suite could be both faster and easier to use.
Corel Home Office

Despite some compatibility setbacks, Corel Home Office suite is useful for creating documents. Its conscientious size, small-screen optimisations, and attractive price make it a good buy for a Netbook office suite, or for saving space by shedding advanced features.
Nero 9

Nero's latest software package attempts to break the perception that they're just about burning.
Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2

Microsoft's release should retain its browser base but doesn't yet have enough to lure loyal Firefox users back to Internet Explorer.
Quickbooks QBi 2008/2009

Existing users of Reckon's line of accounting packages have the best reason in years to upgrade with the QBi series. New users should find the attractive pricing of the entry-level versions pretty compelling too.
Trend Micro Antivirus plus Antispyware 2008

Trend Micro Antivirus plus Antispyware 2008 offers a variety of features designed for the home and small office.
Apple Final Cut Studio 2

Final Cut Studio 2 is a solid value and worthy upgrade for serious film editors who work on Macs. However, hobbyists should consider simpler software.
Adobe Acrobat 8 Professional

For composing long PDF packages at an office that requires security and wants to use the new digital forms, Acrobat 8's got the goods, but it's overkill if you only seek to make short PDF files.

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Features

Perfectly calibrate your LCD TV

Want to adjust your flat-panel TV to get the best image for your DVDs? Here's how.
Tips for shooting extreme weather

As Sydney awoke this morning to a blanket of orange haze and Armageddon-esque forecasts, everyone was reaching for their digital camera or mobile phone to grab a shot.
CNET's mega touchscreen showdown

Choosing a touchscreen smartphone is getting more and more difficult, with fierce competition delivering excellent new features to the super desirable handsets. Which phone will stand out as the best touchscreen smartphone?
Budget shopping tips: Printers

Shopping for a budget printer doesn't have to be an exercise in anger management and self-abasement. Contrary to the stigma, many printers can produce great-quality photos and documents without breaking the bank or eating up expensive consumables.

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News

Megaphone: Windows Mobile 6.5

In this edition of Megaphone we take a closer look at the new Windows Mobile 6.5, and let our fingers do the walking across the new, finger-friendly interface.
BigTinCan Maps helps you fix your street

A new open-source mapping app goes beyond guiding you from A to B, allowing you to fix maps on the fly and clean up your community in the process.
Better Place's software tells you where you can go

Better Place founder Shai Agassi is ready to show off his software industry experience to improve electric vehicles. At the Frankfurt Motor Show, the electric car service company will show off in-car software designed to ensure that electric car drivers have enough charge to keep driving.
Samsung Jet joins Icon family

Samsung Australia was expected to launch four handsets in its Icon range yesterday, but instead launched five, adding the Samsung Jet to the group of touchscreen devices on show.

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DIYs and How-to

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.
Laptop lowdown: 25 things you need to know to buy the perfect notebook

In the market for a new notebook? Check out our list of 25 things you need to consider before you hit the shops.
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.
Create a professional resume

With the economy as it is, it pays to have your resume up-to-date. Here are some software applications to help you keep yours polished and professional.

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Downloads

Epson Color True System Enhancement for PhotoPlus Photo Scanner

Enhance the PhotoPlus Photo Scanner with this driver for Windows 3.x/95.
HP LaserJet 4Si-4SiMX Explorer Software

Get the 4Si-4SiMX Explorer software for DOS.
SofTarot

Get computerized Tarot readings and learn to read Tarot cards.
ActiveX System Tray Icon

Display desired icons in the system tray.