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Laplink PCDefense

As a security app, Laplink PCDefense needs a thorough interface overhaul and perhaps a rethink about its purpose before we can recommend it.

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Norton SystemWorks 2006 Premier

The core utilities in Norton SystemWorks 2006 Premier lack newer options found elsewhere; some older utilities are simply deficient; it leaves Windows 98 and Me users out in the cold.

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Jasc Paint Shop Photo Album 5.0

Paint Shop Photo Album 5.0's attention to archiving and photo recovery sets it apart from other programs in its class.

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Asus Eee Box

We've got mixed feelings about the Eee Box, and nettops in general. You might as well buy a netbook and gain the bonus of portability.

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Street Fighter IV

We got our hands on Street Fighter IV — which is already available in Japanese arcades — at E3 2008.

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Dell and HP still the life of the XP party

Facing a 30 June deadline to stop selling PCs with Windows XP, the world's largest computer makers are getting creative, with Dell and HP's Australian offices staying cagey about their intentions.

Apple upgrades Aperture ambitions to 2.0

No, the company wasn't letting its high-end photo-editing tool wither on the vine. With Aperture 2.0, Apple put the ball back in Adobe's court for raw image editing.

Apple fights back with Aperture 2

The company touts better speed, a streamlined interface, and new editing tools for its high-end software for editing and cataloging "raw" photos. Plus: A price cut to AU$268.

Motorola considers ditching mobile phone biz

Motorola may spin off its handset business as it tries to turn around its business.

Windows Vista: One year on

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

Dual boot Windows XP and Vista

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

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.

Lost mobile phones: a survival guide

Odds are you use your mobile all the time - but what should you do if it's lost or stolen? David Braue catches up with some new solutions to an ongoing problem.

How to remove personal files before you ditch your old PC

Whether you're donating that old PC to a local school or selling it on an online auction site, you'll want to remove your personal files first. Here's a quick lesson in how data is stored and what you can do to keep others from reading your e-mail and seeing your financial data from five years ago.

DIY: Before disaster strikes

You can't plan for everything that might go wrong, but these programs can help you reduce the impact of misfortune.

What a waste! Australian tech recycling options limited

The overwhelming majority of councils in the Sydney metropolitan region fail to provide any direct e-waste recycling services for their residents.

Browser battle: IE 8 vs Opera 9.5 vs Safari vs Firefox 3

A rundown on the latest versions of all the main browsers: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari and Opera. Oh, and don't forget Flock!

Can I still buy a laptop with Windows XP?

Not ready for a Vista laptop? Simply want to stick to good old XP? Here are your options on the market.

Don't get burned by RAID Zero

To a computer nerd like myself, RAID refers not to a bug spray but to various ways of hooking together multiple hard disks.

Free Adobe CS3 alternatives

We take a look at some freeware alternatives for the applications of Adobe Creative Suite 3.

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Drive Backup Express 9.0

Create and restore backup copies of your disks and partitions.

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NetSpring Data Recovery 3.7

Recover deleted files emptied from the Windows Recycle Bin or lost due to failures or viruses.

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Macrium Reflect Free Edition 4.2 build 2020

Create disk images and backup to local, network and USB drives, as well as burn DVD discs.

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IdentityPal Lost and Found Software

Get back your lost USB drive.

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Aw2 Explorer Flex 1.7.1

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