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Xbox 360

The first 'next generation' console to hit Australia, the Xbox 360 promises plenty of extras aside from gaming. Should you rush out and buy one? Read our extensive Australian review to find out.

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Creative Fatal1ty 1010 Mouse

A superb, intricately designed mouse for the serious gamer.

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Dell XPS 700

Dell's new XPS 700 shows that it's finally starting to take high-end gaming seriously. The XPS 700 brings some long-missing innovation to Dell's high-end desktop line.

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Acer Aspire 5500

Gamers can definitely take a look at this Acer which provides great value-for-money.

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Microsoft Sidewinder

The Sidewinder is a good attempt by Microsoft to launch themselves back into the gaming arena after testing the waters with the Habu, but they're not quite there yet.

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Xbox 360 and PS3: death to PC gaming?

Will the launch of next generation consoles from Sony and Microsoft be the death knell for PC gaming?

Two Xbox 360 games for the price of one

Two for one game offers are usually for bargain bin titles, but Activision is bucking the trend by offering two brand new Xbox 360 games for the price of one. From 15 March, eager gamers can buy Tony Hawk's American Wasteland and Gun for AU$109.95.

Forecast: Up to 7 million PlayStation 3s to ship soon

Following Sony's unsurprising PlayStation 3 keynote at the Consumer Electronics Show, some pundits prophesized that the console would undergo supply shortages similar to those that Xbox 360 suffered last year.

Australian gaming rises in 2006

Oz game sales top A$925 million ($727.8 million) last year; hardware sales rise 18 percent, software numbers slightly down.

Reality check on Xbox 360

It didn't take long for some gamers to start griping about the new console. But just how widespread are the problems?

Unwrapped: Tips and tricks for your new gaming gear

Got a brand-new Wii or Xbox 360? Read our three tips about gaming consoles.

CNET.com.au's quick guide to 3G

If the advantages of 3G mobile networks goes over your head, don't worry, you're not alone. With 3G services rapidly outselling 2G services in Australia we're here to help with an easy explanation of what 3G is and what it all means to you.

Xbox support after the Xbox 360

Will Microsoft still be producing games for the old Xbox after the new Xbox 360 becomes available in Australia?

Get your gaming console online

Got a new Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360 and you want to know how to get it online? Follow CNET.com.au's easy step-by-step guide to learn everything you need to know.

Which of my older video games will work on the new consoles?

Which of my older video game titles and accessories will--and won't--work on the new game consoles?

Best Xbox 360 games

Microsoft's Xbox 360 is available in several different configurations to suit most budgets. But which games should you spend your money on? Check out our favourite titles below.

Xbox 360 Games Launch List

Games is what the Xbox 360 is all about. And thanks to the numerous delays Australians have had to face, the list of local games available for the 360's launch on 23 March is fairly expansive.

Gaming online: Which console is best?

Game consoles aren't just stand-alone boxes anymore -- it's increasingly about what you can do with them online. If you are unsure about which next-gen console to pick up, we've put together a comparison of the Nintendo Wii, the PlayStation 3 and the Xbox 360, outlining all of their individual online features and costs.

360 is a games machine first and foremost: Aussie Xbox exec

Don't be fooled by the Xbox 360's raft of multimedia capabilities. Microsoft's new console is a games machine first and foremost, Microsoft's Home and Entertainment Division Regional Director for Australia and New Zealand David McLean says.

Xbox 360 vs PlayStation 3 vs Wii (updated)

Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 or Wii — which next generation games console will reign supreme?

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Apple Mac OS Update 8.6

Update Mac OS 8.5 or 8.5.1 to OS 8.6 for improved system performance.

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Unreal Tournament 2004 demo 3334

Get your frag on in the latest UT2004 demo.

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3DMark2001

Tweak your PC hardware to get the best possible performance from your 3D card.

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Microsoft DirectX Drivers (Windows 98/98SE/Me) 8.1

Install this 32-bit gaming requirement for Windows 98/98SE/Me.

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