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  • Queensland's PC land grab is on

    The Queensland state government will simplify its purchasing of desktop and laptop PCs, and mid-range servers with a new two-year whole of government supply arrangement beginning in July.

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  • Dell and HP still the life of the XP party

    Facing a 30 June deadline to stop selling PCs with Windows XP, the world's largest computer makers are getting creative, with Dell and HP's Australian offices staying cagey about their intentions.

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    Microsoft has commissioned a report which claims the new power-management features in Vista can help companies "massively" reduce carbon emissions resulting from the use of desktop PCs.

  • Vista just over the horizon for industry dept

    The federal Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources (DITR) has flagged plans to migrate its 2,900-strong desktop fleet to Microsoft's latest Windows Vista and Office 2007 software. But the move could still be some time away.

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    Crikey, Calvin, what were you thinking?

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  • Why it isn't over yet for XP

    Although Microsoft is pushing hard to move everyone to the latest version of Windows, there are some market realities that are going to keep Windows XP around for some time likely well beyond the current June deadline for large computer makers to stop selling the older operating system.

  • 10 things to do before installing Vista

    Windows Vista's enhanced functionality and snazzy Aero Glass visual effects will demand steeper hardware requirements for the machines you support. Check this list to make sure you cover all the bases before deciding what Vista versions those machines will be able to run.

  • Will your PC keep pace with Vista?

    The next version of Windows will grade performance. You'll have to decide whether to buy a new hard drive.

  • Top 10 FAQs for Notebooks

    Buying a laptop can be a daunting experience. Thankfully, if you have questions, we have answers! Take a look at the most commonly asked questions and see if you can find your insight here.

  • Customs: Murray Harrison, CIO

    Australian Customs CIO Murray Harrison dislikes SLAs and runs away if a vendor talks to him about innovation. In this interview, he also explains why getting excited about gadgets can be dangerous and talks about how Customs' outsourcing strategy has evolved.

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    Windows Vista delivers some pretty snazzy new graphics, but all that "wow" can be a real drain.

  • Dell XPS M1530

    Don't let the slim design and relatively light heft fool you. This XPS is one powerful gaming portable with an impressive feature set for work and play.

  • Sony VAIO VGN-CR13G

    The Sony VAIO CR13G is a head turner that most would be proud to tuck under their arms.

  • Acer Travelmate 5720G

    The Travelmate is an excellent notebook for business if you're interested in the 15-inch space, and you're happy with the 3kg weight.

  • Lenovo 3000 N200

    The Lenovo 3000 N200 is quite a nifty notebook which verges on desktop replacement. Once all the extra useless software has been stripped off, it's a robust and well performing system that is sure to find a home slung to the shoulder of a few office execs.

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