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Colin McRae DiRT

As a graphical showpiece, DiRT is an unbridled success. It also happens to be an entirely enjoyable rally racer.

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Skype 2 (beta)

Though Skype 2 suffers from middling voice quality when calling landline phones, it's still one of the best free VoIP services around, and its new Skype Video feature makes it even better.

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The Sims 2

After a long wait and much hype, the sequel to the most successful PC game franchise is here. The Sims are back and better than ever.

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IM viruses finally come of age

Over the last four years, I've been saying that instant messaging (IM) is a security threat waiting to happen.

Don't pardon the interruption

Here are the worst PC distractions and how to banish some of them.

Cracking the code of teens' IM slang

A growing number of online tools can help parents decipher the secret language of teen chat.

Flickr brings tagging to vintage images

Pilot project puts hundreds of public-domain pictures on photo-sharing site. In return, Library of Congress asks for tagging help.

DIY: Downloads that kill spyware

Spyware can hijack your browser's home page, display random pop-up ads, and track your surfing habits. Here are three apps to keep your PC spyware-free.

Newbie's guide to Twitter

Twitter is an interesting and practical real-time messaging system for groups and friends. It's just not completely obvious how to get into it. So, here's a quick newbie's guide to this new platform. This guide doesn't cover every feature of Twitter, but it should help to get you started.

Five net nasties and how to avoid them

From fraudster frogs on Facebook to dodgy music downloads: we look at five ways your data can be compromised online and how to stay safe from the scamsters.

Plasma vs. LCD: Six things you need to know

You know you want a flat TV, but you may not know whether a plasma or an LCD is best for you. Executive editor David Carnoy tells you what to consider before buying.

Censory Overload: Games censorship in Australia

How much does the right to choose what content you view mean to you, the consumer? GameSpot AU explores the thorny issue of videogame classification and censorship in Australia.

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Translator Fun Voices - MorphVOX Add-on 1.2

Transform your voice into various sounds for instant messengers.