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Must-have utilities for your Windows tool-kit

How often do you think about the background systems that make your computer run smoothly and surely? We show you seven of our favourite programs to keep your system in tip-top shape.

Windows and S60 phones get new Skype betas

Skype has announced Skype 4.2 for Windows beta and a new beta build for Symbian phones.

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Reviews

Microsoft Security Essentials

Microsoft Security Essentials is recommended for those who want something to set and ignore, but users who want more robust configuration choices or don't want to contribute to the cloud should look elsewhere.
Microsoft Office 2010 Technical Preview

The next Microsoft Office may not be hitting computer screens until 2010, but we got to test drive the invite-only Technical Preview. See what Redmond has in store for its powerhouse suite.
Sony Ericsson Xperia X1

The X1's good looks and strong hardware are hampered by frequent performance lag, an unintuitive user experience and its jaw-dropping price tag.
Windows 7 pre-beta (build 6801)

At first glance, Windows 7 appears to be an advanced iteration of Windows Vista, but more consumer-friendly, with many user interface enhancements.
HP iPAQ 312 Travel Companion

It may not be entirely rational buying a GPS for its beautiful screen and multimedia features, but the 312 almost makes the case despite its numerous bugs and flaws.
Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro Extended

Adobe Acrobat 9 document-creation software is adding dynamic features such as integration of animation, dynamic maps, 256-bit encryption, and improved forms. We've been playing with the beta edition of Acrobat 9 Pro Extended.
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?
Ad-Aware 2007

Lavasoft Ad-Aware 2007 came in dead last in our CNET antispyware testing. Ad-Aware failed to detect half of the test spyware, and unlike nine out of the 10 other antispyware apps we reviewed in December 2007, left behind traces for all but one spyware.

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Features

Security suites for 2010

Most vendors have updated their software solutions for 2010. We round-up what's on offer.
Perfectly calibrate your LCD TV

Want to adjust your flat-panel TV to get the best image for your DVDs? Here's how.
Tips for shooting extreme weather

As Sydney awoke this morning to a blanket of orange haze and Armageddon-esque forecasts, everyone was reaching for their digital camera or mobile phone to grab a shot.
Touchscreen features in Windows 7

As we wait for the Windows 7 code to get locked down, take a tour of what Microsoft's highly anticipated operating system will offer for touchscreen users. Don't have one? Don't worry, they're coming — even to affordable netbooks.

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News

Rickroll virus targets iPhones

An Australian has released a virus for the Apple iPhone, ikee, which replaces the infected device's background picture with an image of Rick Astley.
Microsoft introduces 'Starter' version of Office

The new ad-supported, limited feature version of Office will come preloaded on certain new PCs. The replacement for Microsoft Works is one of several new ways Microsoft is trying to create new customers for its productivity suite.
Microsoft's plan to get back in the phone game

The company's long-rumoured "Pink" plans will start revealing themselves next year, as a long delayed overhaul of Windows Mobile hits the market.
Study: Twitter is 40% 'pointless babble'

Also notable in data firm Pear Analytics' breakdown of tweet species is that there's less spam than expected.

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DIYs and How-to

Desktop digest: 13 things you need to know to buy the perfect desktop

Despite the laptop gaining strength as the PC du jour in recent times, the desktop still has a place in the home. Here are our top 25 things to consider before buying or building your own desktop.
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.
Wipe your hard drive clean

Get out your virtual scrub brush and let's get busy.
DIY home surveillance with a webcam

Too cheap to buy a real home security system? A webcam gets you part of the way there. We examine a few inexpensive ways to do it with an old computer and some home security software.

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Downloads

NoScript

Protect your computer from Java vulnerabilities while surfing with Firefox.
Active Desktop Calendar

Set a customizable calendar as your wallpaper.
PasswordVault Lite

Log onto Web sites easily with this simple, secure, enterprise-level password manager.
BitDefender Total Security

Protect your online activities with antivirus, antispam, and firewall modules.

Get (laptop) smart before you buy

Win the numbers game and get the laptop that's perfect your needs as well as your budget!
Microsoft Windows® 7. Your PC, simplified.

Windows® 7 has been designed to be more reliable, more responsive, and to make the things you do every day easier.
Whereis® maps

If you’d like to get to know more of Australia, and do it safely, then check out Whereis® maps.