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Windows Vista Ultimate

Microsoft has released its new operating system, Windows Vista, to hardware manufacturers, marking the end of the development phase and the beginning of the distribution phase.

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Windows Vista Business

Windows Vista Business is essentially warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.

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Windows Vista Home Premium

Vista Home Premium will likely be one of the most popular of the six varieties of Microsoft's latest operating system. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade, but if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.

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Windows Media Player 11

For Windows XP users, Windows Media Player 11 is a must-have upgrade. It's Microsoft's best jukebox effort to date, thanks to a thoughtful redesign, impressive performance, and a ton of useful features.

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Iomega StorCenter ix2 (1TB)

The Iomega StorCenter ix2 is a two-drive NAS device that offers Bluetooth support but no remote access via the web.

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Windows Mobile 7 delayed

Microsoft has informed some of its partners that it has had to delay Windows Mobile 7, a much anticipated update to its handset operating system.

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.

Is Windows still relevant?

In the increasingly Google-YouTube-Web 2.0 age we inhabit, it's become fashionable to dismiss Windows as a relic.

Windows Vista: One year on

Craig Simms wades through the mess that is still Windows Vista.

Gartner: Windows collapsing under own weight

Microsoft's Windows juggernaut is collapsing under its own weight, as it tries to support 20 years of applications and becomes more complicated by the minute, according to analyst firm Gartner.

Windows Vista: Manage the Internet sites your children view and the games they play

Microsoft's latest OS has a number of new features -- here's a project that will help you customise it for family use.

Windows Vista Basics

Vista is more than a pretty new face for Windows; it has a bunch of new and re-designed features. We show you the ropes and help you get the most of Microsoft's lastest OS.

Dual boot Windows XP and Vista

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

DIY: Master your Windows processes

Suffering from a slow PC, but bamboozled by what's going on with Windows Task Manager? Here is some software that will take the mystery out of what's going on with your system processes.

How to share files in Windows Vista

File-sharing has both a good use and questionable use. Deep within Windows Vista, Microsoft hopes to be able to address both of these issues.

Best free Windows Mobile software

You dig your Windows Mobile device, but you'll love it more when it's loaded up with free software for entertainment, security and work. Find the best and brightest free downloads for your faithful handheld.

Windows Vista: Versions compared

CNET.com.au compares the various Vista editions to show you which features are included in each.

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?

Five music download services compared

If you're keen to boost your music collection without stepping away from the glow of your monitor, our quick guide to Australian download services will give you all the info you need.

An inside look at Windows Vista

Now set to ship in January 2007, Windows Vista will be Microsoft's first major operating system release since it introduced Windows XP in 2001.

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Windows Defrag Manager

Optimize you Windows system by scheduling a defragmentation.

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Automating Exchange 2000 Management with Windows Script Host

Get WSH scripts for managing tasks in MS Windows 2000 and Exchange 2000 environment.

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Auto Window Manager 1.5

Customize the appearance of any opening window.

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Windows Desktop Manager Basic

Add up to four desktops and use hot keys to switch between desktops.

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