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  Intel X-25M solid-state drive (80GB)

  Intel's X-25M solid-state drive enjoys several advantages over both conventional disk drives and other SSDs, including improvements to data throughput, boot time and notebook battery life. If you can forget about the cost, this is by far the fastest data drive available.

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  50 significant moments from internet history

  We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet.

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  Linksys WVC54GCA Wireless-G Internet Home Monitoring Camera

  Wi-Fi cameras for home security ought to be a no-brainer, and at this price, the Linksys pretty much is. We just wish it worked seamlessly cross-browser, and took better pictures.

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  D-Link DNS-343

  The DNS-343 is the natural evolution of the DNS-323 — a four-drive NAS that's quite good indeed.

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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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  Microsoft Wireless Media Desktop 1000

  Microsoft's Wireless Media Desktop 1000 will provide you with a perfectly capable wireless mouse and keyboard for a more reasonable price than its competition. We just wish Microsoft would give more thought to the design and overall feel of its hardware.

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  Logitech Cordless Desktop S520

  It's hard to get too excited about Logitech's basic Cordless Desktop S520, but on close inspection, a few design elements help it stand out. If you typically find keyboard hot keys a good idea that's poorly implemented, we think you'll like this mostly well-designed mouse and keyboard set.

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  Dual-core Atom heading for nettops

  Intel has begun shipments of the first dual-core version of the Atom processor.

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  Microsoft LifeCam Show

  The Microsoft LifeCam Show offers improvement over Microsoft's previous laptop webcam, but Logitech still has the laptop webcam to beat.

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  DIY: Wipe Your Hard Drive Clean

  Get out your virtual scrub brush and let's get busy. A full Windows reinstall is the ultimate cure-all for inexplicable errors, crashes and glitches. Our step-by-step primer leads the way.

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  Boot Windows XP from a USB flash drive

  You can't boot using a floppy disk the way you used to be able to with DOS, but one handy way to easily boot XP is by using a USB flash drive. Here's how to make it work.

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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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  Memory cards: All your questions answered

  With all the different types and variations available, it's easy to get confused about memory cards. But as they now fit into everything from digital cameras to printers, phones and televisions, it's important to know your way around the memory card maze.

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  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.

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  50 significant moments from internet history

  We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet.

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  First Blu-ray disc drive won't play Blu-ray movies

  The first Blu-ray (BD) disc drive for desktop PCs is here, but be warned -- it won't play commercial BD movies.

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  Killer Downloads: Best antivirus software for your home PC

  If your PC doesn't have virus protection, you're playing with fire. Jason Parker picks his three favourite antivirus utilities--and one's even free!

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  DIY: Add a Mac to your Windows Network

  If the Mac and the PC are the yin and yang of the tech universe, then these two seeming opposites should be able to coexist harmoniously.

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  Intel X-25M solid-state drive (80GB)

  Intel's X-25M solid-state drive enjoys several advantages over both conventional disk drives and other SSDs, including improvements to data throughput, boot time and notebook battery life. If you can forget about the cost, this is by far the fastest data drive available.

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  Linksys WVC54GCA Wireless-G Internet Home Monitoring Camera

  Wi-Fi cameras for home security ought to be a no-brainer, and at this price, the Linksys pretty much is. We just wish it worked seamlessly cross-browser, and took better pictures.

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  D-Link DNS-343

  The DNS-343 is the natural evolution of the DNS-323 — a four-drive NAS that's quite good indeed.

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  Microsoft Wireless Media Desktop 1000

  Microsoft's Wireless Media Desktop 1000 will provide you with a perfectly capable wireless mouse and keyboard for a more reasonable price than its competition. We just wish Microsoft would give more thought to the design and overall feel of its hardware.

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  Logitech Cordless Desktop S520

  It's hard to get too excited about Logitech's basic Cordless Desktop S520, but on close inspection, a few design elements help it stand out. If you typically find keyboard hot keys a good idea that's poorly implemented, we think you'll like this mostly well-designed mouse and keyboard set.

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  HP w2408h

  The HP w2408h is an excellent monitor that's suited to graphics or gaming, but it has its flaws and competitors offer more for your money.

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  Linksys Media Center Extender DMA2200

  The MCE DMA2200 is probably the best media streaming device we've ever tested. It only works with Windows Vista, but for streaming media from a PC to the TV, it's ideal.

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  Seagate USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive

  Seagate's USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive delivers solid performance at an attractive price.

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  D-Link DNS-323 2-Bay Network Storage Enclosure

  The D-Link DNS-323 is a great network storage device for beginners and professionals alike.

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  D-Link DNS-343

  The DNS-343 is the natural evolution of the DNS-323 — a four-drive NAS that's quite good indeed.

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  Logitech MX 1100 Cordless Laser Mouse

  Logitech's MX 1100 wireless laser mouse is the best in its class, thanks to a wide array of features that make navigation easier.

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  Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000

  The Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 offers a winning combination of stellar image quality, easy-to-use software, and a sturdy, stable stand. It's our webcam pick for desktop and laptop users alike.

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  Netgear ReadyNAS Duo

  The ReadyNAS range is a perfect addition to a household that needs not just storage, but control over that storage. Now if only Netgear could do something about the price.

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  Logitech G15 (Revision 2)

  Logitech's revised version of its already distinctive G15 gaming keyboard adds polish and trims some of the fat.

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  Canon EOS 50D

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  How to make your iPod Nano talk

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  Planet CNET: Spooning at 40,000 feet

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  Step inside Sony's uchi, sorry, home

  Sony unveiled an ultra-thin TV, a rubbable laptop and an unusual tube speaker, amongst other things at its Uchi event today.

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  HD Olympics: A look behind the scenes

  We take a tour through the International Broadcast Centre at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, plus see some of the technology employed at the Olympic venues.

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