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Microsoft Windows Defender
Microsoft Windows Defender is perhaps the best free antispyware application we looked at this year, but it's lacking when compared to brand-name antivirus-plus-antispyware solutions.
Microsoft Windows Vista SP1
Microsoft pushes its first service pack for Vista out the door. Is it a salvation, a non-event or a flop?
Microsoft Windows Defender beta 2
With Windows Defender beta 2, Microsoft beefs up its free antispyware app with a new name, engine and tools.
Microsoft Windows XP SP2
We recommend installing Windows XP SP2 but only after Microsoft has had a few weeks to work out the kinks.
Nvidia's mobile ambitions adding MIDs to the list
Nvidia is doubling down on its budding processor business for the next generation of mobile computers.
HTC Touch Diamond vs Sony Ericsson Xperia X1
Only a phone face-off can decide which of these feature-packed business-focused smartphones will rule the boardroom.
Adobe toys with standardising DNG raw photo format
Adobe's Digital Negative format hasn't caught on widely. Standardising might help, and Adobe has given DNG to a major standards group to evaluate.
Adobe guru to improve Windows interface
Adobe Systems' Mark Hamburg will work on the Windows' user experience. His recent Adobe work gives a clue about his design goals: 'elegance', 'personality'.
Windows XP SP3: A quick, painless upgrade
Windows XP SP3 is a breeze to install compared to SP2.
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 best ways to back up your data
Backing up your hard drive is something you should do regularly, but because of forgetfulness, the unpleasantness, or just plain laziness, you put it off. Before you know it, the drive takes a dive, and all your files are gone for good.
Add SmartArt to your Excel 2007 spreadsheet
SmartArt is a great new feature of Microsoft Office 2007 that lets you quickly add colour and emphasis to your documents.
Tips to boost Vista performance
Vista can be a performance hog, but there are many ways you can tweak the OS components to speed it up. See what actions you can take to remove bottlenecks and optimise Vista.
How to clean up your laptop
In this project, we'll show you how to get inside and clean the guts of your laptop, and how to keep it looking spiffy on the outside, too.
See and speak: a guide to making video calls
Would you like to see who you're talking to? Making video calls is easier than you think. CNET.com.au steps you through the options.
Mock OS X: Five ways to make your PC more like a Mac
If you're suffering from envy of your Apple compadres, here's a few quick tips for tricking out Windows to look like your fruity friends.
Ditch the disc: A guide to online music and videos in Australia
CDs and DVDs are like so 1990s, man. If you're ready to ditch the disc and want to disco over to digital, then check out CNET.com.au's list of the major online media stores in Australia.
Digital photography glossary
Having problems with certain camera jargons? Fret not. We have compiled a list of the common terms and definitions used in digital photography.
Spyware Central
A complete guide to battling spyware, including reviews of twelve antispyware applications, downloads, FAQ, a spyware glossary of terms, and other helpful resources.
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Windows Mobile 6.1 screenshots
Windows Mobile 6.1 may not be available in Australia until August, but that doesn't mean we can't take a peek.
For 25 years, the emoticon has been a mainstay of Internet culture. But are there frowns in its future?
Announced slightly earlier than expected, Microsoft took the wraps off its new mobile operating system, Windows Mobile 6. We have pictures of some of the new features, so take a peek at what could be on your next smart phone or PDA.
Cars in tune with hands-free digital audio
Ford, GM and Mazda team up with Apple to integrate the digital-music devices into their 2007 models.
While we really do like Opera 9, we like it more as the cool, cutting-edge browser that it is, and not as an everyday workhorse for the Internet.
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