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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.
Asus Eee PC 1004DN
Asus' Eee PC 1004DN seems to be the final word in netbook computing, but then stumbles at the last moment due to the stratospheric price.
Reviews
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Altech SysArielAtom-DP04
The DP04 is a classic example of why nettop buyers are better off buying netbooks.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Asus GeForce EN8800GT (512MB)
Asus and Nvidia have teamed up for a compelling midrange 3D graphics card with this EN8800 GT. If you can find this card for a good price, we recommend it, especially if you intend to use two of them.
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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?
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Kodak Easyshare 5300 All-in-One
It's not surprising that Kodak's foray into cheap AIO printing does its best work with photos. We just wish it did better with text.
Features
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CNET.com.au's digital SLR superguide
Digital SLR cameras have opened up a world of new opportunities in photography. This guide will walk you through the choices and let you take your images to the next level.
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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.
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Windows Vista: One year on
Craig Simms wades through the mess that is still Windows Vista.
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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.
News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
DIYs and How-to
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101 software tips, tweaks and tricks
Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and its most important applications.
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Dual boot Windows XP and Vista
Already got XP installed, but want to try Vista? Here's how to run both at once.
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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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Tech support for your parents
Perhaps the best gift you can give your parents this Christmas is some tech support. We offer some guidance on how to keep their sanity and yours.
Downloads
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MuvEnum Address Bar
Replace the missing Windows XP SP3 address bar, with improvements.
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Netrek XP 2009
Take part in an online space battle for domination over the galaxy.
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XP Smoker Pro
Speed up your Windows XP system.
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XP Smoker
Improve the performance of your Windows XP system.























