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FIFA Soccer 09

FIFA 09 plays better than ever before, and a wealth of new modes and features add plenty of longevity.

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Real Adventures: Pet Vet

What happens when you let Vets write videogames? You get a starkly realistic - and sometimes tedious - medical adventure game.

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Apple iPod Touch (2nd generation)

If you've been holding back, now is the time: the second-gen Touch is an excellent media player, and the addition of third-party apps extends the fun for everyone, no matter where your interests lie.

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Samsung HT-X715

The Samsung HT-X715 is very easy to set up and it does make your movies look and sound good. We just didn't care for the music sound quality with flabby sounding bass.

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Professor Layton and the Curious Village

Professor Layton and the Curious Village mixes an interesting story, challenging logic puzzles, and exploration into an extremely entertaining package that you won't want to put down.

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IT Fund for Kids

CNET.com.au is supporting the IT Fund for Kids, a national fundraising initiative that works to improve the quality of life for seriously ill and autistic children.

Is NetAlert looking out for kids or looking for votes?

commentary Time for a quick poll. Hands up if you've downloaded one of these NetAlert family-friendly Internet filters the federal government has been spruiking.

New tech aims to get kids off the couch

No more nagging about playing video games after bedtime. Hopscotch wants to keep kids from being glued to gadgets.

HP to launch fall line of teen PC products

HP's looking to sharpen up its image towards teens — and it's employing teens to do just that.

Social networks — future portal or fad?

Social networks like MySpace and Facebook are the zeitgeist for online executives and investors, just as they are for millions of young people.

Digital photo basics

Whether you've just bought a digital camera or are in the market for one, you'll learn the basics of buying and using a digicam in this introductory primer on digital photography.

What does an AV receiver actually do?

Hi, sorry to ask what must be a stupid question, but what does a receiver actually do? We're looking at buying the Pioneer 7th gen 42" plasma, and need to buy the accompanying equipment. We just didn't expect to spend almost the same amount on a receiver! Is it worth the investment? I had thought the speakers were the most important in making the most out of a home entertainment system? Appreciate any help or guidance you can offer.

Build the perfect baby video

With the imminent arrival of a new baby, your life will become a whirlwind. If you're planning to capture the whole experience on video, plan carefully and you'll have a priceless record of those fleeting early days.

DIY: Setting up your home office

When setting up a home office, there are some things you shouldn't overlook. This handy guide will help you avoid the most common pitfalls.

Paid to Play? The state of pro-gaming in Australia

Just how active is the pro-gaming scene in Australia? Are we a nation that can stand toe-to-toe against the best gamers in the world? And if we're not competitive, then who's to blame? Check out the answers to all these and more as we put Australia's pro-gaming culture under the spotlight in this in-depth GameSpot AU feature.

Is it time to go HD?

Want to know whether HD is worth it yet? Here is our look at what's changed in the world of high-def lately — and what's on the horizon.

Q&A: GDAA head calls for more support for Aussie game industry

Game Developers Association of Australia president on the lack of Federal Government support for local video game developers, producing high-quality titles from Australia, and more.

GPS: not just for the car anymore

Declining prices and improved miniaturisation mean GPS is making its way out of the car and into other gadgets. You may never get lost again.

CNET.com.au's digital SLR superguide

Digital SLR cameras have opened up new opportunities that change the way images look and are used. This guide will help you take your images to the next level.

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Control the computer usage of your child.

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Limit time your kids spend on the home PC.

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Block unwanted Web sites from display in Internet Explorer by URL or keyword.

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Monitor your child's computer usage.

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Smart Parental Control 2

Monitor the computer activities of your kids.

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