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Apple MacBook Pro (Core 2 Duo 2.53GHz)

Apple's new 15-inch MacBook Pro has a raft of new features, however, there's now less incentive to spend extra on a Pro because its 13-inch mainstream cousin received a greater overhaul.

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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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Apple Mac Pro

Apple's Mac Pro has design innovations that we hope will cross over to other systems. Its performance is as strong as you'd expect for a system in its class, and it's priced right, too. You might need more flexibility in your config options, especially for 3D design, but otherwise, the Mac Pro is as solid a professional-class PC as we've seen.

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Apple Mac Mini

Leave it to Apple to make the small-form-factor PC even smaller. This AU$799 desktop-ish computer is 16.5cm on each side and 5cm tall. But is it as inexpensive as it seems?

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Mac usage skyrockets in 2007

The use of Apple Macs rose over half a percentage point as 2007 drew to a close, according to statistics released this week.

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.

Stolen Mac helps nab burglary suspects

A remote desktop access feature found in some Macintoshes is being credited with leading police to two suspects in the burglary of an apartment in New York.

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Advanced Mac keyboard shortcuts for power users

If you're an experienced Apple user, this guide will show you some of the more advanced keyboard shortcuts you should know.

Switching to an Intel-based iMac

CNET lays out the issues involved in switching to an Intel-based Mac and shows you how to fight some common problems as well as what's the story on software upgrades.

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.

Should I buy a mid-range Vista PC, or get a MacBook Pro and use Parallels?

Is it worth buying a mid-range $2000-2500 Dell PC or iMac and running Windows Vista on it, or is it better to buy a high-end computer like the MacBook Pro and run Vista using Parallels?

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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.

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?

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?

Apple Mac OS X on x86: a first test

Steve Jobs might not approve, but Apple's latest operating system can be installed on any x86 hardware. How well does it function? Read our preliminary labs test to find out.

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MacPilot 3.1.5

Access and tweak 900 hidden features in OS X 10.4 and 10.5 with this handy utility.

AirMouse Server for Mac

Install a server app on your Mac, so that the Air Mouse iPhone app can connect to it.

QuickMac 4.7

Record your keystrokes.

KidsMouse for Mac 2.2

Get various learning games for your kids.

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