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External 1TB hard drives review

08 Jan 2010 | The quickest and most cost-effective way to add massive storage space to your computer system. More >>

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Budget laptop reviews

24 Aug 2009 | CHOICE tested 10 budget laptops that provide a good combination of power and features at a reasonable price. More >>

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Colour laser printer reviews

23 Feb 2010 | We bought 10 colour laser printers designed for the home and small office and tested for speed and print quality and also compared their ongoing running costs. More >>

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Laptops buying guide

15 Mar 2011 | Our laptop report tells you all you need to know about memory, storage, connections, wireless, the processor, software, power supply and the screen. More >>

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Netbooks and small laptops review

28 Feb 2011 | It’s the holy grail of laptop computing – a compact device you can carry everywhere, but with all the features you need at a reasonable price. More >>

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Computer's energy costs

30 May 2008 | Studies show that many of us simply aren’t aware of just how much energy household electronics consume.  More >>

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Paper shredders review

10 Apr 2008 | You don’t need to pay a fortune for a good-quality shredder. One model worked just as well as some three times the price. More >>

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Multimedia notebooks review

13 Jun 2008 | If you’re looking for a successor to your trusty old desktop computer but don’t want the bulk of a traditional PC, you might want to consider a portable multimedia powerhouse instead. More >>

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Save with VoIP and naked DSL

21 Jan 2009 | VoIP stands for Voice over Internet Protocol and uses an Internet connection to make and receive telephone calls.  More >>

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Ultraportable laptops review

16 Oct 2008 | If you’re always on-the-go and don’t want to leave your home or office behind, you need a laptop that won’t weigh you down — and that’s where the ultraportable category shines. More >>

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Consumer Electronics Show

11 Jan 2012 | We take a look at some of the latest gadgets, gizmos and technologies at CES 2012. More >>

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Medion Akoya laptop from Aldi

21 Nov 2011 | We get in early to take a sneak peek at the latest Medion Akoya laptop from Aldi, ahead of its release this Saturday. More >>

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All-rounder laptops review

11 Nov 2011 | We test 12 laptops that suit the whole family, with models ranging between $730 and $2100. More >>

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HD webcams review

09 Nov 2011 | Thanks to the Internet age, creating and sharing video content is as simple as talking to a camera on top of your PC. More >>

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Dell XPS15z first look

17 Oct 2011 | Dell's 15-inch XPS15z laptop exudes an image of professionalism, but how does it perform? More >>

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Networking 101

20 Aug 2010 | Share data and internet access between all your computers and devices, whether by cable or wireless. These basic principles will help you set up your own. More >>

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Powerline Networking

29 Aug 2011 | Powerline devices provide a simple home networking alternative or addition to traditional Ethernet cabling and Wi-Fi. More >>

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Colour laser printer reviews

23 Feb 2010 | We bought 10 colour laser printers designed for the home and small office and tested for speed and print quality and also compared their ongoing running costs. More >>

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Colour laser multifunction printers

24 Aug 2011 | We test 10 colour laser multifunction printers to see how they compare for performance, ease of use, features and value. More >>

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Apple iPad First Look

31 May 2010 | How good is the Apple iPad? Our video tells you what everyday users think of it.  More >>

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