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Microsoft Word 2007

If you're ready to let go of old habits from previous versions of Word and want to make sleeker-looking documents, Microsoft Word 2007 is worth the upgrade. However, less-expensive alternatives handle its core features without the clutter.

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Microsoft Optical Desktop Elite For Bluetooth

Microsoft's Optical Desktop Elite For Bluetooth is probably overkill for the average user, but if you want a wireless keyboard and the added convenience of Bluetooth connectivity to other devices, it's a worthy buy.

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Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005

Though slightly flawed, Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 makes pen-based computing feasible for the average worker.

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Microsoft Digital Image Suite 10.0

A reasonably priced suite of programs that is a snap to master.

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Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005

Media Center Edition 2005 is the best desktop DVR app out there, but it's not yet ready to play hub for your digital home.

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Microsoft to launch 'Windows Cloud' this month

Microsoft will launch an operating system for the 'cloud' in four weeks, chief executive Steve Ballmer told delegates at a Microsoft-sponsored developer conference in London on Wednesday.

Vista launch log

Time to reflect on the good, the bad, and the nonsensical that comprised the late-night launches along the eastern seaboard of Australia.

Microsoft launches 'PlayReady' DRM system

Microsoft has launched a new digital rights management system that will allow users to use commercial content on multiple different devices for a single fee.

Microsoft nears Windows XP SP3 launch

Microsoft said on Tuesday that it is making public its latest test version of Windows XP Service Pack 3.

Microsoft launches Xbox-Vista gaming union

Windows Vista and Xbox 360 gamers will soon be able to challenge each other online for the first time as Microsoft's Xbox LIVE gaming network opens its doors to PC titles.

Master Microsoft Word

Tips to help you calculate and make PDF files without Acrobat, plus a systematic approach to fixing common Word frustrations.

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.

Get the most out of iPhoto 08

Move beyond the basic functionality of iPhoto 08 with these 10 advanced tips.

Dual boot Windows XP and Vista

Already got XP installed, but want to try Vista? Here's how to run both at once.

Feelin' the vibe at Intel's Viiv launch

Intel, accompanied by a slew of launch partners, today unleashed Viiv on the Australian market. More of a platform than a product, Intel is hoping that Viiv will do for the lounge room PC what its Centrino brand has done for Wi-Fi notebooks.

50 significant moments from internet history

We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet.

Hawking Media Centers at the Easter Show

As the people aren't flocking to Media Center PCs, HP has decided to take Media Center PCs to the people.

Windows Vista: past and future

Jeff Putt of Microsoft Australia discusses the future of Vista, and looks at the hardware hits (and misses) that have accompanied their operating systems.

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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CrossOver 7.1.1

Install and use your favorite Windows programs and games on Mac OS X.

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Terminal Bridge 1.11

Help Microsoft Terminal Services to pass firewalls and proxy servers.

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Lalim Windows Mail Password Recovery

Recover your Microsoft Outlook Express and Microsoft Windows Mail passwords.

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Lalim Email Password Recovery 1.1

Recovery your Microsoft Outlook Express and Microsoft Winmail passwords.

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Packet Sniffer SDK for Windows 4

Create various network applications working with raw network adapter traffic.

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