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>> TOP STORY
Google Chrome OS touts speed, simplicity & security
Google has released its Chrome operating system to the open-source community - saying it has designed the netbook OS to be faster, simpler and more secure than existing platforms
>> Friday, Nov 20, 2009
Google Chrome OS: first look video
Will browser-based computing kill Windows?
Microsoft: Windows 7 trumps Google Chrome OS
Total reliance on web fails to impress rivals
Windows 7 breaks sales record
Twice as many sold as any previous OS
Top 10 Google Chrome OS talking points
The 5 best, and 5 worst, Chrome OS features
Mobile voice revenue to decline from 2011
Voice cash down 10% by 2014
Dell reports impressive Windows 7 PC sales
Shipments to consumers and businesses surge
Brainwaves to replace keyboards by 2020
Intel says chips in brains will control computers
Open-source CloudMade takes on Google Maps
Firm endorses community-backed mapping data
Money transfers to become hottest mobile app
Gartner predicts interest in mobile banking to surge
>> Thursday, Nov 19, 2009
YouTube UK gets full-length TV shows
'Shows' section includes 5,000 videos
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Blogs
>> Friday, Nov 20, 2009
PC Advisor's winter photo competition
By PC Advisor staff | PC Advisor Blog
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Why Google Chrome OS is bad for business
By Michael Scalisi | PC Advisor Blog
IT manager Michael Scalisi argues that Google Chrome OS has a long way to go before it becomes the primary operating system for most companies.
>> Thursday, Nov 19, 2009
5 things to love about Office 2010 beta
By Tony Bradley | PC Advisor Blog
Microsoft has unleashed the public beta of Microsoft Office 2010, and you can download it right now from the Microsoft Office 2010 beta site. Here are five reasons that you should download the beta and check out what Microsoft Office 2010 has to offer.
>> Wednesday, Nov 18, 2009
9 things I hate about laptops
By Patrick Miller | PC Advisor Blog
I'm a big man with big hands. And if there's one thing I've learned from testing laptops, it's that a good keyboard and trackpad on a laptop is a bit like a toilet: you take it for granted until you're stuck with one that doesn't work so well.
>> Tuesday, Nov 17, 2009
Why I hate Microsoft Office 2010
By Randall C Kennedy | PC Advisor Blog
Office 2010 is clunky - that's the first word that comes to mind as I meander around the recently leaked official beta release (build 14.0.4514.1007, for those keeping score).
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Downloads
>> MOST POPULAR DOWNLOADS
>> Thursday, Sep 17, 2009
Zuma's Revenge
Match colored balls in hi-res with all new powerup and boss levels in this worthy sequel.
>> Sunday, Aug 23, 2009
RunAlyzer
Speed up system startup and search your systems for spyware.
Bookworm Adventures Volume 2
Spell words to demolish enemies in this typically addictive PopCap puzzle game.
>> Wednesday, Sep 30, 2009
IObit Security 360
Free Anti-malware. Remove the Deepest Malware that Your Antivirus Missed
>> Saturday, Oct 03, 2009
Partition Wizard Home Edition
This partitioning utility is surprisingly capable and even recovers lost partitions.
Games
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Cooking Academy
The game where YOU are the Chef!
World Adventure
The match-3 adventure sends you around the world searching for ancient artifacts!
Elven Mists
Elven Mists the land lies in slumber. Reveille is your task!
Jewel Match 2
Enter a mesmerizing match-three wonderland and build a magical kingdom of jewels!
Azteca
This addictive puzzle game lets you uncover ancient Indian secrets! Delve into a mysterious world, fascinating and full of incredible puzzles waiting to be solved!
Reader reviews
>> LATEST READER REVIEWS
>> Sun, Nov 15, 2009 00:00
Microsoft Office 2010: I wouldn't recommend anyone using office 2007 upgrade. People who get frustrated finding items...
>> Thu, Nov 12, 2009 00:00
Apple Magic Mouse: The Apple Magic Mouse makes the old Mighty Mouse look like an extinct rodent. I don't find it...
>> Fri, Oct 30, 2009 00:00
HP 2309m: An excellent all-round monitor. Great for digital images and general use. I am sure it would be...
>> Tue, Oct 27, 2009 00:00
HP Pavilion tx1000: Waste of time, money and space. Documented here: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=6145329232...
>> Sun, Oct 25, 2009 00:00
Dell Inspiron 1525: For the price I bought this laptop at, and the price it remains at now, this laptop is worth it....
Reviews
>> TOP REVIEW
Microsoft Office 2010 review
Sporting mostly incremental improvements, Office 2010 serves to bridge the gap between the Windows Vista and Windows 7 eras by streamlining the product's controversial Ribbon-based user interface and extending it to encompass the full range of Office applications. Updated, November 19, 2009.
>> Friday, Nov 20, 2009
Samsung N510 review
The Samsung N510 is the first netbook to use the nVidia Ion graphics chipset - in other words, the first netbook that can really do video
Dell Mini 3i review
The first Dell Mini 3i smartphone to go on sale anywhere in the world will be available in China this December.
LG Chocolate BL40 review
The LG Chocolate BL40 mobile phone is one of the oddest-looking handsets we've ever seen.
Alienware OptX AW2210 review
Dell's gamer-friendly Alienware brand is extending its reach to include monitors, and the 21.5-inch widescreen 1080p Alienware OptX AW2210 serves up a lot to like: solid image quality, accessible and comprehensive built-in menus, and an exterior design that stands out from the generally conservative competition.
Canon Selphy CP790 review
At first glance, the Canon Selphy CP790 snapshot printer looks more like a lime-green lunch box. With its convenient handle, it begs you to take it to your next children's party or family get-together. The trade-offs are a high purchase price and oddly designed, wasteful consumables.
>> Thursday, Nov 19, 2009
Microsoft Office 2010 Web Apps review
The most striking addition to Office 2010 is the introduction of Office Web Apps - lightweight versions of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and OneNote that are all accessible via desktop, mobile devices, and web browsers Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Safari.
HP LaserJet P3015d review
The HP LaserJet P3015d is a midpriced monochrome laser printer that doesn't realise its full potential. Though the company touts it as an enterprise model, it's expensive to operate and it has limited connectivity options.
Fujifilm FinePix S200EXR review
It may not be a DSLR, but the Fujifilm FinePix S200EXR is the sort of advanced point-and-shoot camera that's an enthusiast's dream.
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New Products
>> Friday, Nov 20, 2009
EV Stores Electric Skateboard
By Rosemary Hattersley | New Products Blog
This may well be the ultimate dangerous toy for boys. It certainly had this lass worried.
>> Thursday, Nov 19, 2009
Olympus PEN EP-2 camera
By Rosemary Hattersley | New Products Blog
Olympus is to offer a second MicroFourThirds camera in its retro-style PEN line of digital cameras. The Olympus PEN EP-2 will go onsale in the UK in January at a cost of £850.
>> Thursday, Nov 19, 2009
Epson EH-DM3 home cinema projector
By PC Advisor staff | New Products Blog
Epson has announced that the EH-DM3 home cinema projector it unveiled at IFA in September is now onsale in the UK. Epson is pitching the EH-DM3 as a three-in-one device offering projector, DVD player and audio playback.
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Reader comments
>> LATEST READER COMMENTS
>> Fri, Nov 20, 2009 18:00
Steve Ballmer alone is enough to put you off any Windows products.
>> Fri, Nov 20, 2009 17:54
@Mike74 Are you a mac guy?
lol
>> Fri, Nov 20, 2009 17:43
Steve Ballmer alone is enough to put you off any Windows products.
>> Fri, Nov 20, 2009 12:44
instant messaging sucks and is so informal.
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