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Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)

A slight bump to the specifications for the same price, the option to upgrade the graphics means the 24-inch iMac keeps the Editors' Choice it earned last year.

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Bose Computer MusicMonitor

The Bose Computer MusicMonitors are a compact and good sounding pair of multimedia speakers -- they're just way too expensive.

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Dell Dimension E521

The E521 is a highly versatile system that can be configured to suit the needs of budget, mid-range and high-end multimedia users.

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NEC PowerMate MT M5005h

A very capable desktop PC that achieves reasonable results overall but is marred by an outdated CPU.

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Apple Mac Pro

Apple's Mac Pro has design innovations that we hope will cross over to other systems. Its performance is as strong as you'd expect for a system in its class, and it's priced right, too. You might need more flexibility in your config options, especially for 3D design, but otherwise, the Mac Pro is as solid a professional-class PC as we've seen.

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iPhone prepares for new life as a PC

Starting from February, you'll finally be able to call the iPhone a mobile computer.

Thanks for the Mac memories

At Macworld Tuesday, Andy Hertzfeld, a member of the original Macintosh team, recalled the good old days of the iconic computer.

Sony expands developer ties down under

SCEE's Zeno Colaco says next-gen consoles allow for more creativity; launches new PSP dev kit program to support Aussie developers.

Processor, memory may marry in future computers

Intel researches how to wed memory chips and processor cores, yielding impressive gains in speed and efficiency.

Acer ekes out a bargain

In order to make way for its Centrino Duo line of laptops, Acer is having a fire sale of one of its older Pentium M-based Centrino models. Those that don't mind being one step behind the cutting-edge are sure to find it a bargain.

How to put your favourite photo on a T-shirt

Use your Mac to make a lovely keepsake from your favourite digital photo.

How to get the most from your RAM

One of the cheapest ways to speed up your PC is to optimise the memory. So make the most of your PC's RAM, whether or not you add new modules.

How to family-proof your PC

You may be savvy about computer security, but what about your family and friends? Before loved ones wreak havoc on your files, download these precautionary apps.

Switching to an Intel-based iMac

CNET lays out the issues involved in switching to an Intel-based Mac and shows you how to fight some common problems as well as what's the story on software upgrades.

Getting pictures off your camera phone

I have a camera phone and would like to get the pictures off the phone and on to my computer. Are there alternatives to sending shots as multimedia messages and paying for my carrier's data service?

Best PC games

That humble spreadsheet device in the corner of the office may have taken a backseat to console games of late, but there's still plenty of great games to play on the PC. Browse through our list for ten of the top games to while away the hours instead of playing Solitaire again.

Desktop shopping checklist

Home PCs still have their place in the sun, thanks to falling prices and ease of upgradeability.

The Mac desktop family album

Just as the Xeon-based Mac Pro completed Apple's transition to Intel CPUs, the iMac received an upgrade to the new Core 2 Duo chips while also appearing in an awe-inspiring 24-inch model. Lest we forget the plucky Mac Mini, it is now completely dual core -- and still cheap. Our reviews will help you find your Mac match.

PC Starter Kit: 20 Essential Free Downloads

What are the first programs you put on a new PC? Find 20 essential applications for any Windows computer, new or old.

CNET 2006 antivirus performance test scores

CNET Labs compares the performance of antivirus apps.

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HWiNFO 5.2.2

Retrieve information about your computer's hardware.

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Eye Care Software 8.08

Protect your eyes while you use your computer.

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Registry Genius (Registry Fix Suite) 3

Repair your computer registry files.

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PC-in-IE 4.4

Get access to your computer via Internet Explorer.

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Multi-screen Remote Desktop 3.5

Monitor and control other PCs' desktop simultaneously on your own desktop in real time.

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