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Microsoft Windows 7 (Home Premium)

Windows 7 looks like the operating system that we've all been waiting for. Despite its imperfections, it shows a lot of promise for the future while presenting a stable platform that can compete comfortably with OS X.

Microsoft Windows 7 (Ultimate)

Windows 7 looks like the operating system that we've all been waiting for. Despite its imperfections, it shows a lot of promise for the future while presenting a stable platform that can compete comfortably with OS X.

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Reviews

  • Microsoft Windows 7 (Professional)

    Windows 7 looks like the operating system that we've all been waiting for. Despite its imperfections, it shows a lot of promise for the future while presenting a stable platform that can compete comfortably with OS X.

  • Forza Motorsport 3

    The next instalment, coming in October, offers pumped up visuals, error prone AI drivers and a rewind feature to undo nasty little incidents, like dates with the Armco.

  • Microsoft SideWinder X8

    Microsoft's SideWinder X8 is a marked improvement to the series, but there's more work to do yet, especially when it comes to the shape.

  • Halo Wars

    Halo Wars is a fun strategy outing for fans of the universe, but it feels simplistic and short alongside other games in the genre.

  • Microsoft Explorer Mouse

    Microsoft's new desktop mouse conquers surfaces no mouse has conquered before. It also happens to be very good.

  • Lips

    Lips' wireless mics and excellent song selection make for an evening's worth of entertainment, but it has little to offer solo players.

  • Gears of War 2

    Gears of War 2's new environments, weapons, and multiplayer features round out an all-around superior action package.

  • Guitar Hero: World Tour

    That's one giant leap for a franchise; one small step for a genre.

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Features

  • Is Apple behind the laptop curve?

    As good as Apple laptops are, Windows-based PCs do have a few leading-edge features not found in MacBooks.

  • Contrasting Windows: New feature comparison

    Since 2002 when Microsoft introduced Windows XP, its operating system upgrades have caused a wide range of reactions. In this chart, we compare the major features in each OS and look at Windows' progress over the years.

  • Best televisions for gaming

    So you've bought yourself a spanky new PlayStation 3, and you're thinking about buying a flatscreen, but what should you choose?

  • Best online games

    Video games are fun and regardless of whether you're into first-person-shooters, puzzle games or action adventure, adding online play so you can enjoy it with friends and strangers alike only sweetens the deal. Here's our take of the best titles to play online.

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  • Mozilla releases Firefox 3.5

    Firefox 3.5, the embodiment of Mozilla's attempt to "upgrade the web", is now available for Windows and Mac.

  • Microsoft hikes Win7 prices for Australia

    Australian buyers of Microsoft's upcoming Windows 7 operating system will pay between AU$50 and AU$150 more in real terms than US residents for the software, the company revealed this morning.

  • AFL heading to 360, PC, PS3

    Big Ant Studios' website confirms new sports game; online multiplayer promised.

  • Want a free laptop? Microsoft's paying

    As part of its campaign in which it's trying to prove that Windows PCs are cheaper than Macintoshes, Microsoft is teaming up with Nova FM to giveaway AU$1300 a day for people to buy a Windows laptop.

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DIYs and How-to

  • Xbox Live: FAQ about gaming online

    This resource rounds up answers to all the questions we are frequently asked about gaming online with Xbox Live, from getting connected to games, membership, points and more.

  • 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.

  • Watch downloads on your TV

    Media wants to be free, but it should be accessible everywhere in your house too, especially on your TV. Find out how to play the files on your PC on a bigger screen.

  • Reduce digital photos for the Web

    In this CNET quick tutorial, you will learn how to quickly reduce digital photos to e-mail and post on Web sites.

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Downloads

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