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Windows Live Messenger

The live file-sharing capabilities and clear video call quality make Windows Live Messenger stand out.

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Windows Live Hotmail

Drag-and-drop message organisation and a built-in MP3 player are among the notable new features to this radical overhaul of Hotmail.

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Norton Internet Security 2009

Norton Internet Security 2009 hits all the right security notes and its superior protection technologies might even win back some jaded anti-Symantec folks, though the lack of adequate technical support may continue to frustrate.

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Windows Live Toolbar

Windows Live Toolbar can enhance the usefulness of Internet Explorer, make Web surfing more fun, and spare you some mouse clicks -- if you take the time to get acquainted with its features.

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Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 2009

You can't beat the price. For a good, basic internet security suite, we recommend Trend Micro Internet Security 2009.

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Microsoft probes possible Xbox Live fraud

Microsoft is investigating possible fraud on its Xbox Live online gaming service, the company said Tuesday.

Microsoft probes possible Xbox Live fraud

Gamers report having their Xbox Live accounts hijacked and their credit cards used to buy virtual currency on the gaming service.

Microsoft says Xbox security wasn't breached

Gamers who reported fraud with their Xbox Live account were likely duped into giving up their information, according to Microsoft.

Microsoft's own antivirus fails to secure Vista

Microsoft's own antivirus software, Live OneCare, is unable to fully protect Vista users against viruses, and one of security firm McAfee's antivirus software packages also fails to protect users, according to independent research released Friday.

Windows security on your Mac

Here's a quick primer to help Mac fans stay safe in a Windows XP Boot Camp world.

Live it up: 10 steps to get your Xbox online

For those Xbox Live newbies out there, CNET.com.au is here to help with this handy guide to getting your console online.

101 software tips, tweaks and tricks

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

How to store your files online

Six options for sharing, backing up and storing your files online.

Windows Vista 101: an overview of the basics

Microsoft's newest operating system may have arrived in early 2007, but many people are still reluctant to make the switch. But is now the time to upgrade from XP? What's changed? Take a look at this tutorial to learn everything you need to know about basic Windows Vista operation.

Get your gaming console online

Got a new Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360 and you want to know how to get it online? Follow CNET.com.au's easy step-by-step guide to learn everything you need to know.

Microsoft and Google give away office space

Microsoft and Google are offering free online packages to put your company's touch on its communications and to help build basic Web sites.

50 significant moments from internet history

We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet.

Leopard vs Vista

What's inside Mac OS 10.5 Leopard and Windows Vista? Here's a rundown of the features offered by each.

Web design duel: Dreamweaver CS3 vs. Expression Web

We pit veteran Adobe Dreamweaver against Microsoft's upstart ExpressionWeb.

CES 2008: world's biggest tech show preview

The annual International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the world's largest, and in the leadup to our exclusive CNET.com.au coverage here's what to expect from CES 2008.

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Outlook Live 2003 Service Pack 2 (SP2)

Update your Microsoft Outlook Live 2003.

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Windows Live OneCare

Protect your computer with virus scanning, firewalls, and tune ups.

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Active@ Boot Disk 4.0.5

Recover lost data, reset Windows passwords, and erase information securely.

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MacJournal 5.1

Create a personal journal, record daily ideas, manage scripts and novels, or generate blogs.

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TrustMe Desktop 1.9

Communicate using encrypted email without having to exchange keys.

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