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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 >>

Desktop computer

Desktop computer buying guide

12 Nov 2010 | Finding the balance between power and value is no easy task. Make sure you bone up on some of the latest tech terms so you won’t be baffled by geek-speak.  More >>

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Widescreen monitors review

21 Jun 2011 | We put 13 widescreen desktop monitors to the test, across three size categories – 21.5”, 23”-24” and 27” – to see how they compare. More >>

22 inch and 24 inch monitors

Budget monitors review

08 Mar 2010 | We tested 16 widescreen displays for performance and ease of use - eight models in the 22-inch class and eight in the 24-inch class. More >>

Monitors

Computer monitors buying guide

10 Mar 2005 | There are two types of monitor available for home desktops: LCD and CRT. More >>

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All about Linux

31 Mar 2008 | Linux is a bit of a jack-of-all-trades and traditionally the domain of hardcore computer geeks. But that’s changing. More >>

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CHOICE Computer Magazine

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Computer ergonomic devices

Ergonomic computer devices review and compare

04 Sep 2009 | Specially designed ergonomic devices can be of help to people suffering overuse injuries. CHOICE invited a group of everyday users to see if they could adjust to some of these devices. More >>

Chumby

Chumby review

12 Mar 2009 | It’s small and squeezable, and Chumby is a versatile gadget designed to deliver a constant stream of personalised information updates on any topic. More >>

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Recycling your old computer

28 Oct 2009 | E-waste is a huge global problem that is growing. Recycling programs and sustainable product design are not keeping pace with our apetite for new technology. More >>

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Widescreen monitors review

21 Jun 2011 | We put 13 widescreen desktop monitors to the test, across three size categories – 21.5”, 23”-24” and 27” – to see how they compare. More >>

22 inch and 24 inch monitors

Budget monitors review

08 Mar 2010 | We tested 16 widescreen displays for performance and ease of use - eight models in the 22-inch class and eight in the 24-inch class. More >>

Cyberclean

Cyberclean first look

07 Mar 2011 | This cleaning gel claims to remove the grime found in keyboards and other electronic devices. More >>

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iRig and Amplitube

31 Jan 2011 | Create a range of authentic guitar sounds with your hand-held device. More >>

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CHOICE Computer technology reliability survey 2010

24 Nov 2010 | Desktop computers, laptops and printers, monitors and external hard-drives are part of our line-up this time. More >>

Desktop computer

Desktop computer buying guide

12 Nov 2010 | Finding the balance between power and value is no easy task. Make sure you bone up on some of the latest tech terms so you won’t be baffled by geek-speak.  More >>

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CHOICE Computer Magazine

| Learn about CHOICE Computer, the only technology magazine designed for beginner and intermediate computer users. More >>

LCD-monitors

LCD monitors review

30 Apr 2006 | Our research shows that prices vary by hundreds of dollars, but the more expensive brands we tested weren’t necessarily the top performers.  More >>

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Computer user groups

03 Mar 2010 | We might be in the age of the internet, but computer user groups bring people together to learn more about computing and meet new friends. More >>

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