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Top GPS features

So you've decided you're going to get a portable GPS device, but what features should you look out for and which brand is best at what?

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.

Apple iCal: An insider's guide

iCal is Apple's personal calendar program to help organise work and personal lives. In this guide we'll show you the basics of the calendar service, integrating it with other Mac software, syncing your calendar to mobile devices, and sharing your schedule.

How to use Spoken Menus on your 4G iPod Nano

We go step-by-step through the process of activating the latest iPod Nano's spoken menus and tweaking them to your taste.

XP to Vista: How to transfer your data

In this quick guide we'll show you how to transfer your files and settings from an aging Windows XP computer to a new Vista machine.

How to convert video for the iPod

Got a bunch of video you want to put on your iPod? Here's how to get it into the right format for watching on the go.

101 software tips, tweaks and tricks

Our insider secrets will help you master your PC and its most important applications.

How to share files between Office and iWork

Sharing between these two office suites is possible but clunky. Follow our guide to make sharing between Apple iWork and Microsoft Office easier.

CNET.com.au's GPS Buying Guide

Prices for GPS devices have come down in the last year and many of us are looking at jumping on the bandwagon. We take a look at how it works, why you should (or shouldn't) buy a GPS, as well as key features to look out for.

Get the most out of iPhoto 08

Move beyond the basic functionality of iPhoto 08 with these 10 advanced tips.

Tips and tricks for shooting a wedding video

So you've been entrusted to videotape your sibling/cousin/best mate's wedding, what do you do now?

Advanced Mac keyboard shortcuts for power users

If you're an experienced Apple user, this guide will show you some of the more advanced keyboard shortcuts you should know.

TuneUp Companion cleans up iTunes

TuneUp Companion is an iTunes plug-in that helps you analyse and clean up a messy library in a fraction of the time it would take to do manually.

Apple Spaces: Separate work and play

There's a nifty feature inside OS X Leopard called Spaces to keep your horseplay and work time separate.

How to salvage mobile phone photos

Because not everyone has a luxurious 5-megapixel camera most of us have to grudgingly accept our camera phones' variable output quality or take the time to fix photos of emotional value. Here's a bunch of helpful hints to bring those dull pics to life.

Macro tips for your point-and-shoot

It's never too close for comfort when it comes to snapping close-up shots.

Learn to rock with GarageBand

Step-by-step instructions on setting up your own home recording studio.

Digital photo basics

Whether you've just bought a digital camera or are in the market for one, you'll learn the basics of buying and using a digicam in this introductory primer on digital photography.

How to rip audio from concert DVDs

There are many ways to rip audio from a live concert DVD so you can listen to the songs on your iPod, but here are two that are free and both Mac and PC compatible.

Moving your iTunes library from PC to Mac

Here's a relatively painless method to bring your iTunes library with you when you switch from PC to Mac.

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