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Psst: want a Dell Mini 9 netbook with inbuilt unlocked 3G modem for $549?

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 23:09:14 GMT

It’s not the newest netbook on the market but at $549 with an inbuilt and unlocked 3G modem the pint-sized Mini 9 is a pretty sweet deal...

Apple makes a play for Windows 7 upgraders

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:50:02 GMT

Boot Camp update to deliver full Windows 7 compatibility, while new TV ads target Windows XP users as potential switchers.

Firefox designer slams ‘pick your browser’ option in Windows 7

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 16:23:09 GMT

Microsoft’s ‘browser ballot’ for European editions of Windows 7 ranks Safari and Chrome before Firefox on the menu. Apple and Google seem happy, but not Mozilla...

From today, anti-virus is free, says Microsoft

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:50:05 GMT

The free anti-malware shield for Windows XP, Vista and 7 goes live today, replacing OneCare (and Windows Defender) as a simplified and streamlined solution.

New Seagate NAS boxes kick off at $1,400 for 2TB

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 18:52:20 GMT

The aptly-named BlackArmour systems have landed on the local market, with the four-bay boxes offering 2TB through 6TB of off-the-shelf storage.

First Look: HP’s Mini 5101 ‘business class’ netbook

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:22:43 GMT

HP amps up the netbook recipe with a larger keyboard, bigger (and faster) hard drive and optional SSD, high-res HD display and inbuilt 3G modem.

OffiSync makes Microsoft Office and Google Docs play nice

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 22:25:23 GMT

Free plug-in for Microsoft Office goes beyond file syncing between your hard drive and the Google Docs cloud, with tricks like support for collaboration and Google Image Search.

Sneak Peak: New Firefox UI for Windows

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 23:45:30 GMT

The Firefox team is tinkering with the browser’s Windows UI ahead of next year’s 5.7 update. These screenshots give you a first look at their ideas for the redesign...

Acer dual-OS Android/XP netbook coming next month?

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 04:04:47 GMT

Mr. Roboto netbook may hit store shelves next month from Acer.

Microsoft set to release Windows 7 this month

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:07:59 GMT

With Windows 7 set to be finalised this week, business customers will get the fresh-baked OS by the end of this month – almost three months before its public debut.

FIRST AUSSIE REVIEW: HP’s new Mini 110 netbook

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 13:28:01 GMT

HP’s third-gen Mini 110 netbook is an economy-class version of the Mini 1000 with some upsides and downsides of its own...

HP releases $500 Linux netbook onto Aussie market

Sat, 11 Jul 2009 13:18:42 GMT

The budget-priced Mini 110 makes its Aussie debut this week with HP’s Ubuntu-based ‘Mi’ edition and a 16GB solid state drive for $499. Want Windows XP? That’ll be another $200...

Windows 7 not looking hot to the IT crowd

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:26:52 GMT

While the consumer market seems keen on jumping on the Windows 7 bandwagon, the people with the big money are sticking to XP

Microsoft releases free beta of Security Essentials software

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 19:52:37 GMT

Now in public beta phase, Microsoft Security Essentials will not only replace the OneCare security suite but also deep-six Windows Defender.

It's official: Windows 7 to launch October 22nd

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:59:11 GMT

Microsoft has confirmed a late October lift-off for Windows 7, confirming the date leaked last month by a loose-lipped Acer executive.

Windows 7 Starter drops three-app limit

Sat, 30 May 2009 12:18:41 GMT

Microsoft confirms that the ‘netbook edition’ of Windows 7 will now be able to run more than three apps simultaneously, although other limits remain in place.

HP refreshes netbook line with new Mini 110 and 1101

Wed, 27 May 2009 21:30:02 GMT

Two new models based on the popular Mini 1000 see the return of the VGA port and bigger hard drives, plus optional HD graphics and 3G.

Free upgrades from Vista to Windows 7 begin June 26th

Tue, 26 May 2009 00:01:47 GMT

From next month Microsoft will offer a free copy of Windows 7 to buyers of new PCs running Vista, and in some cases XP.

Microsoft revises ‘netbook’ hardware spec for Windows 7

Sat, 23 May 2009 19:14:04 GMT

Netbooks eligible to for the low-cost Windows 7 Starter edition can’t exceed a 10.2 inch screen or 1GB of RAM, although larger drives and faster processors are allowed.

Samsung’s four-way netbook play

Thu, 21 May 2009 23:34:00 GMT

The Korean powerhouse returns to the Australian PC market with a bang, unleashing four netbooks including a 12.1 inch mini-note and a 3G model.

Acer upsizes its Aspire One netbook to 11.6 inches

Wed, 20 May 2009 22:37:02 GMT

The best-selling netbook gets a big brother with an 11.6 inch HD display, eight hour battery life and $899 price tag.

Dell launches $700 Ubuntu Linux netbook onto Australian market

Tue, 19 May 2009 21:03:04 GMT

Dell’s innovative new Latitude 2100 netbook is the company’s first Aussie PC with Linux factory-installed – and while it’s intended for school students, anyone can buy it...

Windows 7 to be “more expensive” than Vista, XP

Tue, 19 May 2009 00:21:05 GMT

Dell has seen Microsoft’s price list for Windows 7 and the PC manufacturer isn’t happy, warning that over-pricing will cruel consumer demand for OS upgrades and new PCs.

Office 2010 ‘technical preview’ beta leaks onto BitTorrent

Mon, 18 May 2009 13:16:19 GMT

Microsoft hasn’t officially opened its preview program for Office 2010 but the beta test build has already hit the Web via BitTorrent...

First Look: Toshiba NB200 netbook

Mon, 18 May 2009 11:55:23 GMT

We get hands-on with all three models in Toshiba’s second-gen NB200 netbook family, which go on sale next week starting at $699 after cashback rebate.

Microsoft opens ‘technical preview’ beta program for Office 2010

Thu, 14 May 2009 15:36:24 GMT

Want to get your hands on the next-gen Office suite? Microsoft is now accepting public registrations for its invitation-only preview of Office 2010.

Samsung brings its netbooks to Australia

Wed, 13 May 2009 23:06:59 GMT

Enthusiasts may no longer need to privately import Samsung netbooks once the Korean colossus begins local sales of its 10.1 inch and 12.1 inch models.

Microsoft ditches ‘Windows Genuine Advantage’ in Windows 7

Tue, 12 May 2009 23:24:47 GMT

But you can put away that celebratory bottle of bubbly... the widely criticised anti-piracy system is just having its name changed to Windows Activation.

Give XP a fast and free Windows 7 make-over

Tue, 12 May 2009 22:48:54 GMT

The Windows 7 Transformation Pack gives XP a top-to-tail interfacelift with a fresh yet familiar result...

Windows 7 to skip RC2, go straight to RTM in August

Tue, 12 May 2009 22:16:01 GMT

Microsoft will skip a second Release Candidate for Windows 7 as it steams towards an RTM date in August ahead of an October launch.

Four small but cool features of Windows 7

Wed, 06 May 2009 09:20:32 GMT

Besides the big-ticket features in Windows 7 Release Candidate there are plenty of small but welcome touches that makes real sense in everyday use.

Microsoft to offer XP upgrades to Windows 7, kinda sorta...

Tue, 05 May 2009 20:48:47 GMT

Users of XP will quality for a free or low-cost upgrade to Windows 7, but they won’t be able to install 7 without first nuking XP from their hard drive.

Beyond Windows 7: Geneva, Hawaii and Dublin

Sat, 02 May 2009 21:10:25 GMT

Microsoft may have dumped Vienna as the codename for Windows 7 but there’s still plenty of virtual globetrotting in Redmond’s beta labs.

Windows 7 Release Candidate blocks upgrade from pre-RC builds

Mon, 04 May 2009 11:30:34 GMT

Microsoft has rigged the new Windows 7 Release Candidate to prevent upgrades on top of the pre-RC Beta 1 build, but there’s a work-around to save you from doing the Vista shuffle.

Inside Windows 7’s virtual ‘XP Mode’

Sun, 03 May 2009 18:53:03 GMT

Microsoft won’t be bundling its virtualised XP Mode with this week’s Windows 7 Release Candidate, but here’s how to get it and what you need to know...

Download Windows 7 RC and keep it for a year, free

Sat, 02 May 2009 23:09:06 GMT

Microsoft will let users run the fresh-baked Windows 7 Release Candidate for a full year – through to June 2010, to be precise!

XP to remain on netbooks for one year after Windows 7 launches

Sat, 02 May 2009 20:29:01 GMT

Netbook manufacturers will be allowed to continue licensing and loading Windows XP until the end of 2010 – 12 months after Windows 7 arrives.

Smart Installer Pack: download Windows apps automatically

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 22:04:04 GMT

Just bought a new PC? What... you're dreading downloading and installing all your favorite software?

No plans for ‘7Lite’ reveals vLite creator

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:08:41 GMT

The author of the popular nLite and vLite programs for trimming Windows XP and Vista down to size says he currently has no plans to release a similar tool for Windows 7.

New Samsung netbook offers larger keyboard in 10-inch form factor

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:27:50 GMT

Netbook users with fat fingers, your computer is here!

Windows 7 to include ‘Virtual XP’ for 100% XP compatibility

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 15:54:31 GMT

Premium editions of Windows 7 will include an ‘XP mode’ for running the aged OS or individual apps directly from a Virtual PC session.

Next-gen netbooks to run best under Windows 7

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 15:02:12 GMT

Netbooks with Intel’s Atom GN40 graphics, solid state drives and 2GB of RAM will be the big winners under Windows 7.

Windows 7 Release Candidate leaked to BitTorrent

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 11:31:24 GMT

Ahead of this week’s expected debut for the Windows 7 ‘release candidate’, it seems that the RC1 edition – labelled Build 7100 – has already hit the BitTorrent network

Microsoft to offer XP downgrades from Windows 7

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:38:40 GMT

Microsoft to offer downgrades from Windows 7 to Vista or even XP, will they stop at nothing to keep users in the Microsoft fold?

Experts to Microsoft: set your Windows patches free!

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 02:10:15 GMT

There’s a growing call for Microsoft to drop its Windows Genuine Activation process so that every Windows user can keep their PC completely up to date.

Dell preps Mini 11 netbook plus ‘budget’ Mini 10 model

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 01:58:46 GMT

A leaked copy of Dell’s netbook roadmap reveals a low-cost version of the Mini 10 due next month, with an 11.6 inch netbook codenamed ‘Argos’ slated for mid-year.

How to dual boot Windows XP and Windows 7 (XP installed first)

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 21:11:40 GMT

Got your hands on the Windows 7 beta and want to dual boot it alongside Windows XP? Here's our step-by-step tutorial to get you up and running with Microsoft's latest OS.

First Look: HP Mini 2140 netbook

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 22:12:16 GMT

HP’s update to its 2133 Mini-note keeps the best traits of the original model and upgrades the rest – including a bigger screen, better processor and six cell battery.

How to virtualize XP on Mac OS X

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 00:13:44 GMT

How to run Windows XP inside Mac OS X free of charge, without paying for Parallels or VMware. Our step-by-step tutorial has all the answers!

How to virtualize Ubuntu on XP

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:47:39 GMT

Virtualize Ubuntu on top of Windows XP without spending a cent, with our step-by-step tutorial.

How to virtualize Vista on XP

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:16:30 GMT

Want to check out Vista without migrating off XP? Virtualization is the key and our step-by-step tutorial is the answer.

How to virtualize XP on Ubuntu

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:27:36 GMT

Need to get Windows XP up and running on Ubuntu? Our step-by-step tutorial covers all you need to know.

How to virtualize XP on Vista

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:35:09 GMT

Need to keep XP running on your Vista system? Virtualization is the key and our step-by-step tutorial will get you there.

HP Compaq 2230s: “almost a netbook” for grown-ups

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 23:46:18 GMT

Placed between a notebook and a netbook, the ultraportable HP Compaq 2230s is great for business professionals.

Oops... AVG accidentally kills Windows

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 11:40:56 GMT

Update to popular AV tool kills critical Windows file; AVG scrambles for a variety of fixes.

Dell: many users will skip Vista, “go straight from XP to Windows 7”

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:29:33 GMT

Michael Dell says he’s working closely with Microsoft on Windows 7 and likes the way the OS is shaping up, but can understand why many people will skip Vista entirely.

HP to offer Mini 1000 with Linux

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 01:27:27 GMT

All three editions of the Mini 1000 netbook will be sold in Australia, but the price tags could sting. Plus: updated 2133 Mini-Note is also set for global release

Dell's 12 inch Vista netbook will cost $999

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 20:58:32 GMT

The Inspiron Mini 12 packs a big screen (and Windows Vista) into a thin and light chassis, but Dell says the upcoming 3G broadband card is why Linux remains missing from the menu.

FIRST LOOK: Lenovo IdeaPad S10 netbook

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 19:09:46 GMT

We get hands on with a 10 inch netbook that almost hits the sweet spot.

ASUS unveils $1000 Macbook Air / Eee PC hybrid

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 01:16:14 GMT

The company that started the low-cost notebook wave goes upmarket with the Eee PC S101. It’s slim, stylish – and officially Australia's most expensive netbook.

Four times the return rate for Linux netbooks compared to XP

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:26:20 GMT

As MSI sees Linux netbooks returned four times more often than Windows models, Microsoft loosens its licensing restrictions on XP for netbook makers.

Microsoft extends Windows XP to mid-2009

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 23:53:59 GMT

Continued popularity of XP over Vista sees Microsoft give the never-say-die OS an unprecedented third stay of execution – this time to July 31 next year.

Vista and XP get Linux-like multiple desktops

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 06:01:21 GMT

Microsoft has quietly released a utility that allows you to create multiple desktops on Vista or XP.

Microsoft releases IE8 beta 2: MS porn mode included

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:42:57 GMT

The second beta of Internet Explorer 8 looks a lot better than the first one — but frankly, a lot of that is due to features copied from Firefox 3.

Microsoft releases faster Desktop Search 4.0

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 10:15:32 GMT

If you've wondered how exactly Vista's sluggish desktop search saves you time, you might be pleasantly surprised by the updated version.

Microsoft goes into Speed Launch mode

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:00:24 GMT

No, we're not talking about the launch of Windows 7, unfortunately. Speed Launch is a cool, free app launcher from Microsoft.

XP still killing Vista in sales volume: HP

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 14:42:07 GMT

Business PC buyers are still overwhelmingly opting for XP, computer giant HP has revealed.

Intel set to unleash dual-core Atom

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 23:27:25 GMT

The pint-sized processor shifts to a dual-core design intended for mini-notes and a new breed of desktops

Microsoft hobbles XP mini-notes with 1GB RAM limit

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:07:35 GMT

Redmond’s new XP mini-note licence dictates a 1GB memory limit to protect the high-profit position of Vista-powered notebooks

The curtain finally closes on Windows 3.11

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:34:25 GMT

Were you using computers in 1993? If yes, read on. If no, go suck on an Alcopop or something.

Pirated Windows more impressive than the real thing

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 21:21:54 GMT

The latest version of TinyXP has hit the pirate boards. SP3-integrated and with more tools than you can poke a stick at, it gives XP a new lease on life. Shame it's illegal.

Read Bill Gates' scathing email about "unusable" Windows

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 08:05:47 GMT

The Ex-MS supremo found Windows "unusable". But which version?

Microsoft eats humble pie over XP

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 21:23:12 GMT

Microsoft announces Windows XP support to be extended to 13 years. Vista cries.

Windows XP SP3 causing buggy home routers to crash

Sat, 07 Jun 2008 13:14:20 GMT

Been having problems with your broadband router rebooting unexpectedly? Windows XP SP3 could be the cause -- but isn't actually to blame.

How to dual boot Linux and Windows XP (Linux installed first) -- the step-by-step guide with screenshots

Tue, 29 May 2007 00:59:36 GMT

How to dual-boot Windows XP and Linux. (Now updated for XP SP 3 and Ubuntu 8.04.)

Windows-based EeePC cheaper than Linux one

Wed, 07 May 2008 17:18:50 GMT

Is ASUS in bed with Microsoft? The new XP-based EeePC 900 will actually be cheaper than the Linux-based version.

Is SP3 really the end of the road for XP?

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:19:58 GMT

With the final major service pack for Windows XP being released, Microsoft is hoping people will start focusing on Vista, but Dell, Asus and others still see a large market for XP.

HOW TO: get Windows XP running well on the Eee PC

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 22:58:04 GMT

So you know someone who's bought one of the new Eee PCs running Windows XP? Take pity on them and make a few of these changes to make it run better.

IN DEPTH: Official Eee PC with XP

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 22:22:32 GMT

Asus now offers Eee PC buyers a choice between Linux and Windows. So just how good (or how bad) is the little laptop when it comes pre-loaded with XP?

How to dual boot Vista and XP (with Vista installed first) -- the step-by-step guide with screenshots

Tue, 29 May 2007 05:28:23 GMT

UPDATED | Got a Vista PC and want to install XP so you can dual-boot between them? Here's how to do it, in an easy, step-by-step format.

WINDOWS SLOWDOWN: Microsoft forces install of Windows Desktop Search

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 04:13:05 GMT

Has your PC suddenly started running slowly for no obvious reason? You can thank Microsoft for that.

How to dual-boot Vista with XP (with XP installed first) - step-by-step guide with screenshots

Tue, 29 May 2007 02:33:21 GMT

Want to install Vista on your PC but don't want to get rid of XP just yet? Here's how to install it so you can dual-boot between them, in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide.

HOW TO: create a bootable XP SP3 CD

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 03:00:19 GMT

With XP SP 3 now released, here's how to slipstream the service pack into your existing install CD. The big benefit? Serial number-free reinstalls of XP.

Windows PE 2.0: a tiny version of Windows for system maintenance

Tue, 22 Aug 2006 04:28:06 GMT

Few people know it, but when you boot off the Vista install DVD, you're booting into a different version of Windows altogether: Windows PE 2.0. Stripped away from the Vista installer, it's a remarkably powerful, compact OS.