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Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac (Special Media Edition)

Office 2008 for Mac may be the best pick for business users, but most people can get by with less expensive alternatives.

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Apple Mac Mini

As an introduction to the Mac world -- or as a second Mac -- it's hard to fault the Mac Mini, as long as you plump for a few optional extras that really shouldn't be optional at all.

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Microsoft Vista Home Basic

If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, it is not worth rushing out to purchase Vista Home Basic. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.

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Microsoft Live Meeting

This much-anticipated update to Live Meeting faces stiff competition from WebEx and GoToMeeting.

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Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard

The grace of Leopard's interface enhancements makes productivity more pleasurable with a Mac, as more than 300 functional and fun features top off this update.

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Microsoft delays Office 2008 for Mac

Microsoft has pushed back the release of Office 2008 for Mac, from the second half of this year to next January because it wasn't satisifed with the product.

Microsoft shelves its Virtual PC for Mac

Please go to our rivals for Windows virtualisation, it says. So what about Office for Intel-based Macs?

Windows security on your Mac

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

Will you be switching to Mac gaming?

Will Apple's move to allow Windows to run on its Intel-based Macs tempt Windows gamers to make the switch?

FAQ: Windows on Macs

There are some strings attached to running Microsoft's OS on a Mac -- including Windows security risks, Apple says.

DIY: Turn your Windows PC into a Mac

Ever found yourself lusting over the inspirational look of the Mac operating system? Here are some applications you can download for free to give your PC an Apple-inspired makeover.

How to share files between Office and iWork

Sharing between these two office suites is possible but clunky. Follow our guide to make sharing between Apple iWork and Microsoft Office easier.

Get the most out of iPhoto 08

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

Apple Spaces: Separate work and play

There's a nifty feature inside OS X Leopard called Spaces to keep your horseplay and work time separate.

File sharing between XP, Vista and OS X on a local network

You've got a Mac and a PC hooked up to a local network, and you'd like to share files between them. Thing is, file sharing isn't easy. No sweat! CNET.com.au walks you through setting up file sharing on OS X, Vista and XP.

The secure Mac: myth or legend?

Apple computers have built a solid reputation on being virus-free, but is the reality different from the image?

Microsoft's two major new software betas: Windows Vista and IE 7

Check out our First Takes of the beta software for Microsoft's upcoming operating system and browser.

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.

50 significant moments from internet history

We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet.

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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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Kiss Now 0.5

Share your audio files, videos, and pictures with any operating system.

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HotForward 1.1

Send e-mail messages from multiple MSN Hotmail or Windows Live Mail.

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XPSuite 4.0.3

Incorporate Windows XP-style controls regardless of the operating system.

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Crypt Edit 4.1

Format and save various types of files.

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