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Lenovo IdeaPad S10-2

Lenovo's popular IdeaPad S10-2 netbook has been slimmed down and its price reduced, making it a better netbook — as long as you can live without ExpressCard.

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.

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Reviews

  • Linksys NMH405 Media Hub

    The Linksys NMH405 Media Hub is a back-to-basics "media-aggregation" server that is perfect for beginners but it does have its hiccups.

  • HP Pavilion DV2 1001AU

    For a 12-inch laptop we'd expect more performance and features than we're getting, but there are obviously compromises to be made in making ultrathin affordable.

  • Asus SDRW-08D1S-U External DVD-RW Drive

    External DVD writers are never going to be exciting, but at least Asus' effort looks pretty.

  • Wacom Intuos4

    With a beautiful and more functional new design, Wacom's Intuos4 tablet demonstrates that a lack of competition doesn't necessarily keep you from innovating.

  • Nokia N85

    The Nokia N85 is another solid N-series phone but if you're looking for something different this won't be your bag.

  • Kaspersky Internet Security 2009

    Kaspersky Internet Security 2009 provides adequate protection, but the program itself could use some work in telling the user what's going on.

  • Netgear WNHDEB111 HD/Gaming 5GHz Wireless-N Networking Kit

    They're big and quite ugly, but there's no doubting that Netgear's WNHDEB111 delivers in the 802.11n speed stakes — finally!

  • ASUS M70SA

    With a mass of storage and a large breadth of features, the M70SA from ASUS is a solid performer and a decent media centre/desktop replacement to boot.

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Features

  • Online transaction security: Tips for staying safe

    Many people regularly bank and shop online with ease, confident that the millions of transactions that take place each day are secure. Good safeguards are in place, but as the internet is constantly susceptible to new threats, these best practices will help you keep your money and financial information safe.

  • Secure your smart phone

    A mobile device virus could one day steal your identity or lock you out of your house. Here's what you need to know.

  • Is it time to ditch your landline?

    Tired of watching your phone bill soar as Telstra uses fixed-line rental increases to jack up its profits? Getting rid of your land line is now easier than ever. CNET.com.au weighs up the options.

  • An inside look at Windows Vista

    Now set to ship in January 2007, Windows Vista will be Microsoft's first major operating system release since it introduced Windows XP in 2001.

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  • Lenovo sticking with face recognition tool

    Detailed demonstrations show how easily Veriface can be tricked, but Lenovo said it's keeping the current notebooks equipped with the technology.

  • State of the program: PCs in schools

    The Federal Government has promised to spend $2 billion to give a PC to every Australian student in years nine to 12. But where is the program at so far? Our round-up shows the state of Kevin Rudd's initiative.

  • CES 2009 preview: Computers and hardware

    The annual consumer electronics show isn't always a hotbed of new laptops, desktops and accessories. That being said, there are several big trends in the computer industry that will be prevalent on the show floor.

  • Servers in the home remain scarce

    Microsoft tried to make fun of the notion of a home server with a faux children's book. However, it faces the real challenge of trying to convince consumers that they want to install a server at home.

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DIYs and How-to

  • How to family-proof your PC

    You may be savvy about computer security, but what about your family and friends? Before loved ones wreak havoc on your files, make sure you take these four basic security precautions.

  • Xbox Live: FAQ about gaming online

    This resource rounds up answers to all the questions we are frequently asked about gaming online with Xbox Live, from getting connected to games, membership, points and more.

  • XP to Vista: How to transfer your data

    In this quick guide we'll show you how to transfer your files and settings from an aging Windows XP computer to a new Vista machine.

  • 101 software tips, tweaks and tricks

    Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and its most important applications.

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Downloads

  • Memo Mosaic

    Brain storming & killing time intelligently! Change all the memos into the target color as the upper part. Very nice mini puzzle game on mobile.

  • Memo Mosaic

    Brain storming & killing time intelligently! Change all the memos into the target color as the upper part. Very nice mini puzzle game on mobile.

  • MemoDeduction

    Kill time & dig how your brain storming! You can choose different level to deductive out what color each memo has.

  • Memo Deduction

    Kill time & dig how your brain storming! You can choose different level to deductive out what color each memo has.

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