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Apple MacBook (Core 2 Duo 2.0GHz, 13-inch, black)

The new MacBook, updated to Intel's Core 2 Duo CPU, compares very favourably with Apple's high-end MacBook Pro line, offering premium performance at a reasonable price.

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Apple MacBook (White, 2.16GHz)

The latest MacBook looks identical to the old model but benefits from faster components. As a result, it's even better value for money.

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Apple PowerBook G4 (17-inch, SuperDrive)

The foxy Apple 17-inch PowerBook delivers the performance and the features most users will need, but it's more expensive than a similarly outfitted Windows laptop.

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Apple iBook G4 (1.33GHz, 256MB, 14.1-inch TFT)

The 14-inch iBook G4 is a solid and stylish laptop, but it's considerably more expensive than the PC competition.

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Apple MacBook Pro

The MacBook Pro may give Apple bragging rights to the prettiest and most powerful laptop on the planet.

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FastMac wants to charge your spare MacBook battery

If you need to charge your spare Mac laptop battery, the U-Charge can do it for you without needing to plug it into your computer.

Power outages on MacBook Pros

MacBook Pro owners are apparently having trouble supplying power to their computers both from the battery and from the wall.

Telstra offers ExpressCard for Next G

Telstra today said it had started selling a laptop mobile broadband card in the ExpressCard form factor suitable for the latest Mac and PC machines.

PC buyers aim to cut the 'crapware'

When large businesses buy new PCs, they often wipe the hard drives clean and install a fresh copy of Windows, along with the other software they want workers to have.

New MacBooks could arrive shortly

A redesign of Apple's MacBook line is reportedly just around the corner that will see the laptops get the aluminium covers already sported by their MacBook Pro cousins.

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.

I need to get wireless Internet on my laptop, but can't find anyone offering ExpressCards.

Recently I bought an HP notebook which only has an ExpressCard slot. However, when I called Optus to ask to be connected or to assist me with this, nobody knew what I was talking about when I mentioned ExpressCard. I would appreciate it if somebody could please explain how it all works. Also I would like to know how it works overseas and what sort of plans are available.

All about laptop batteries: Updated

Ever wondered why your laptop's battery doesn't last longer? We explain the technology behind battery power, and provide tips on how to maximise it.

DIY: Add a Mac to your Windows Network

If the Mac and the PC are the yin and yang of the tech universe, then these two seeming opposites should be able to coexist harmoniously.

Top 10 FAQs for Notebooks

Buying a laptop can be a daunting experience -- lucky CNET is here to help you through!

Best desktop replacements / all-in-ones

Six desktop replacements/all-in-ones for those who need power, flexibility and the ability to move.

Laptop predictions for 2008

Staring into the foggy crystal ball of the future, we try and wipe away the smudges to catch a glimpse of laptop technology to come.

Fun apps for your Mac

A collection of quirky and fun Mac apps that have caught our eye over the past few months, such as software to turn your MacBook into a virtual lightsaber and a package that allows you to change your desktop environment by smacking your Mac.

Macs: Intel and Windows inside

Boot Camp makes it possible to run Windows XP natively on Intel-based Macs. Will the software bring more people over to the Apple Computer side?

MacBook Pro vs. the PC competition

Now that Macs are migrating to Intel processors, the Mac vs. PC argument can finally be put to a fair test. See which one won the debate.

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Periscope 1.5.4

Turn your Webcam into a security camera with this utility.

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iFreeMem 2.0

Improve Mac performance by optimizing memory.

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Liquidmac

Tilt your laptop and watch the liquid tilt and splash on your screen.

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PGP Desktop Home 9.9

Protect confidential communications and digitally stored information automatically.

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MacPhoneHome 2.15

Track out and define your missing computer location.

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