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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.

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Reviews

Microsoft Windows 7 (Home Premium)

Windows 7 is more than what Vista should have been — it's where Microsoft needed to go. How much damage Vista did and whether Windows 7 is enough for people to finally abandon Windows XP are questions that nobody has the answers to right now.
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.
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.
Altech SysArielAtom-DP04

The DP04 is a classic example of why nettop buyers are better off buying netbooks.
Fujitsu LifeBook T1010

The Fujitsu T1010 has tablet features and a somewhat striking price point, but the rest of the package feels a bit lifeless.
Kodak ESP 5 All-in-One Printer

Kodak sells the ESP 5 on its cheap printing capabilities. Sadly, in this context, cheap equals not very good.
Linksys Media Center Extender DMA2100

The smaller cousin of the 2200 is surprisingly more interesting than you'd expect, although it's still somewhat eclipsed by the streaming capabilities of other units.
ASUS Lamborghini VX3

The ASUS Lamborghini VX3 is the laptop recast as a status symbol. It looks and feels like a luxury item; we just wish it had a bit more power under the hood.

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Features

Should I buy a laptop now or wait for Windows 7?

There's a key question being asked by students, parents and anyone in the market for a new laptop: if I buy a laptop now, can I get Windows 7 for free?
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.
Windows Vista: One year on

Craig Simms wades through the mess that is still Windows Vista.
Upgrading to Vista: 5 burning questions

With the specter of Windows Vista looming, there are surprisingly still many questions on the minds of the average consumer. We decided answer the top five questions about the new operating system.

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News

Late Vista buyers may get Windows 7 for free

Want Windows 7 for free? Buy yourself a copy of Windows Vista after 1 July, and you could qualify for a free upgrade when Microsoft's new operating system ships.
Microsoft: Try Vista, it's not as bad you think

Microsoft still faces an uphill battle to win over consumers, despite the progress it cites on Vista's performance and compatibility.
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.
The XP alternative for Vista PCs

Microsoft is quietly telling PC makers they can offer a Windows XP "downgrade" to customers buying systems preloaded with Vista.

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DIYs and How-to

Upgrade Windows Vista to Windows 7

In most cases you can do an in-place upgrade of Vista to Windows 7. Here's how.
101 software tips, tweaks and tricks

Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and its most important applications.
Dual boot Windows XP and Vista

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

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Downloads

Mail Snoop Pro

Anti-spam/email notification for multiple Pop3/SSL Pop3/IMAP email accounts.
MuvEnum Address Bar

Replace missing Windows XP SP3 address bar.
ZhongYuan Keylogger Screen Capture

Monitor your spouse, child computer activity.
Typical On-Screen Keyboard

Install virtual keyboard for PC, touch screen, Tablet PC, interactive kiosk.

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.