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Microsoft introduces 'Starter' version of Office

The new ad-supported, limited feature version of Office will come preloaded on certain new PCs. The replacement for Microsoft Works is one of several new ways Microsoft is trying to create new customers for its productivity suite.

Acer Aspire One D250

For the price, it's hard to find fault with Acer's even cheaper version of the 10.1-inch Aspire One, as long as you're not expecting top-of-the-line features.

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Reviews

  • Asus Eee PC T91

    Asus does a good job of combining a netbook and a touchscreen in the Eee PC T91, even if the system hits a couple of first-generation snags.

  • Kogan Agora Pro

    The Agora brings the concept of a low-cost netbook firmly back on the agenda, but its woeful wireless performance seriously detracts from its value proposition.

  • Canon PowerShot A2000 IS

    The Canon PowerShot A2000 IS is lean on features beyond its stabilised 6x zoom lens, but it takes great photos and is easy to use.

  • Dell Adamo

    Dell's upscale Adamo is a 13-inch laptop for those who value design and finish as much as performance, but its luxury price will limit the potential audience.

  • Altech SysArielAtom-DP04

    The DP04 is a classic example of why nettop buyers are better off buying netbooks.

  • Pentax Optio E60

    The Pentax Optio E60 is an inexpensive compact camera that doesn't require much expertise to use and produces good photos.

  • Logitech Pure-Fi Express Plus

    Logitech's relatively inexpensive Pure-Fi Express Plus is a compact — and portable — iPod/iPhone speaker system with a built-in alarm clock that's fine for casual listening at home or on the road.

  • Epson Stylus CX5500

    This affordable multifunction printer is suitable for light users and students, offering print, scan and copy capabilities for under $100.

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Features

  • Q&A: Canon helps usher in the video SLR era

    In this interview for CNET, Chuck Westfall, technical adviser for Canon's professional products marketing division, answers questions on the future of dSLR, video technology and provides insights into the company's future.

  • CNET.com.au's digital SLR superguide

    Digital SLR cameras have opened up a world of new opportunities in photography. This guide will walk you through the choices and let you take your images to the next level.

  • Best laptops for writers

    On the road? Need to file that last report, or finish that last chapter in seclusion? We throw about our suggestions for the best laptops for writers.

  • Printer buying guide

    CNET.com.au's printer buying guide is all the input you need to get the best output.

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  • HP, Dr. Dre plan new 'digital music ecosystem'

    Famed rapper/producer is teaming up with the computer maker in an ambitious effort to overhaul the sound quality of digital music.

  • Touch in Windows 7: Just for show?

    Support for multi-touch input is one of the most tangible ways that Windows 7 differs from its predecessors. But will many people actually get their hands on the technology?

  • Auckland gets metro Wi-Fi service

    Denizens of and visitors to New Zealand's largest city, Auckland, can look forward to affordable wireless broadband in many areas from this week, as a metropolitan Wi-Fi network goes live in town.

  • Asus working on a low-cost Eee smartphone?

    In a recent interview, Asustek chairman Jonney Shih revealed that the company is working on an Eee smartphone to match its popular range of low-cost netbooks.

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DIYs and How-to

  • Blu-ray Profile 1.0, 1.1, 2.0 explained

    How come there are so many different versions of Blu-ray, and what's the difference anyway? We look at the three different types and the features they offer.

  • Selling on eBay: 12 tips to help you earn more

    If you're still hesitant about hawking your wares on the giant virtual garage sale that is eBay, our tips will steer you through the pitfalls.

  • Print, save and organise your digital photos

    Learn how to organise your images so that they're easy to find, safely backed up, optimised for printing and much more. Once your digital photographs are transferred to your PC, learn how to "process" them for the best possible results.

  • CNET monitor buying guide

    Confused by the choice in monitors these days? We separate the muck from the magic.

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Downloads

  • ProfCast

    Record & publish live presentations as podcasts.

  • PocketTimer

    Full-featured race timing software, including Windows/Mac conduits

  • VoxOx

    Unify all of your communication channels into a single, intuitive interface.

  • VoxOx

    Unify all of your communication channels into a single, intuitive interface.

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