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Microsoft Windows 7 (Professional)
Reviewed on July 31, 2009
Windows 7 is more than what Vista should have been, it's where Microsoft needed to go. How much damage Vista did and whether Windows 7 is enough for people to finally abandon Windows XP are questions that nobody has the answers to right now.
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Apple Mac OS X
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Microsoft Corp.
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Microsoft Windows
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Microsoft Windows XP
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hard drive
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operating system
CNET review:
9.0
Spectacular
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$129.99-$299.99
Windows Vista Ultimate
Reviewed on January 23, 2007
Windows Vista is essentially warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.
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Microsoft Corp.
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Microsoft Windows XP
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PC
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CNET review:
7.8
Very good
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$134.99-$215.00
Microsoft Windows 7 (Home Premium)
Reviewed on July 31, 2009
Windows 7 is more than what Vista should have been, it's where Microsoft needed to go. How much damage Vista did and whether Windows 7 is enough for people to finally abandon Windows XP are questions that nobody has the answers to right now.
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Microsoft Windows XP
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CNET review:
9.0
Spectacular
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$109.99-$199.99
Microsoft Windows 7 (Ultimate)
Reviewed on July 31, 2009
Windows 7 is more than what Vista should have been, it's where Microsoft needed to go. How much damage Vista did and whether Windows 7 is enough for people to finally abandon Windows XP are questions that nobody has the answers to right now.
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Windows 7
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CNET review:
9.0
Spectacular
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$159.99-$319.99
Windows Vista Home Premium
Reviewed on January 24, 2007
Windows Vista Home Premium is essentially warmed-over Windows XP Home Edition. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista Home Premium is stable enough for everyday use.
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Microsoft Windows
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Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2
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Microsoft Corp.
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Microsoft Windows XP
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operating system
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PC
CNET review:
7.4
Very good
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$89.99-$182.88
Norton 360
Reviewed on February 26, 2007
For home and student use, we think Norton 360 represents the best value for ease of use, tools offered, and overall system performance. We recommend it over McAfee Total Protection and Microsoft Windows Live OneCare.
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Microsoft Windows Vista
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Microsoft Windows
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backup
CNET review:
8.0
Excellent
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$29.84-$79.94
Dragon Naturally Speaking 10 Preferred
Reviewed on August 21, 2008
Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 isn't perfect, but it's the best dictation software available. We don't find this upgrade necessary for the most basic dictation, although new features may benefit heavily accented English speakers and those who rely heavily on voice commands.
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Apple Macintosh
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Microsoft Windows
CNET review:
8.0
Excellent
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$110.99-$184.99
Dragon Naturally Speaking 10 Standard
Reviewed on August 21, 2008
Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 isn't perfect, but it's the best dictation software available. We don't find this upgrade necessary for the most basic dictation, although new features may benefit heavily accented English speakers and those who rely heavily on voice commands.
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CNET review:
8.0
Excellent
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$55.99-$109.99
Microsoft LifeCam VX-5500
Reviewed on September 10, 2008
The Microsoft LifeCam VX-5500 is a well designed, affordable Webcam with excellent image quality.
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Microsoft Windows
CNET review:
7.8
Very good
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$29.99-$49.99
Dell Studio XPS 8000
Reviewed on November 10, 2009
The Dell Studio XPS 8000 offers a strong combination of midrange performance parts that should satisfy anyone looking for a midtower desktop for general productivity, digital media editing, or gaming. It lacks a few performance-oriented extras, but it makes up for any deficiencies with its attractive looks.
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PC
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Microsoft Windows
CNET review:
7.3
Very good
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$999.00
Windows Vista Business
Reviewed on January 24, 2007
Windows Vista Business is essentially warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.
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Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate
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Microsoft Windows Vista Business
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Microsoft Windows Vista
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Microsoft Windows
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Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2
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Microsoft Corp.
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Service Pack 2
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Microsoft Windows XP
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PC
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operating system
CNET review:
7.4
Very good
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$69.99-$148.29
Sony Vaio VGN-P588E Lifestyle PC
Reviewed on January 16, 2009
Sony's upscale Atom-powered Lifestyle PC has the components of a cheaper machine but the design of a more expensive one. The end result will be a useful travel PC for some and a conversation piece for others.
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Sony Corp.
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PC
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laptop computer
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battery
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Microsoft Windows
CNET review:
7.3
Very good
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$949.00
Corel Digital Studio 2010
Reviewed on September 2, 2009
A majority of home users will appreciate Corel Digital Studio's feature set, its interactive projects, and wide support for photo and video formats.
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Windows 7
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photograph
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design
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media
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multimedia
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Microsoft Windows Vista
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video
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Microsoft Windows
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hard drive
CNET review:
7.0
Very good
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$49.99-$94.00
HP w2207 LCD monitor
Reviewed on April 11, 2007
If you can look past a few minor issues, we can think of few people who would be unhappy to own HP's new w2207 LCD. Its attractive design, outstanding overall performance, and approachable price tag make this one of our favorite 22-inch screens to date.
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degree
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LCD
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display
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LCD monitor
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HP
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monitor
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HP Pavilion
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NVidia
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speakers
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Microsoft Windows Vista
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menu
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USB
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Microsoft Windows
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PC
CNET review:
7.6
Very good
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$356.99
Dell Studio MT
Reviewed on October 24, 2008
This off-the-shelf version of the Dell Studio Desktop reminds us of a classic Dell computer. This system is faster and better equipped than its competition, and at a better price. You can certainly get away with a cheaper everyday PC, but this one is a bargain among lower midrange desktops.
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Dell Studio
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Dell
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Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
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Gateway Inc.
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Apple iMac
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64-bit
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Microsoft Windows Vista
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Apple Computer
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hard drive
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PC
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HP
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Intel
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Microsoft Windows
CNET review:
8.3
Excellent
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$799.99
Windows Vista SP1
Reviewed on February 7, 2008
While it's always good to install the latest code for any operating system, installing the Windows Vista SP1 update will require some casual users to spend a few hours without any visible or tangible improvements to their systems.
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Microsoft Windows Vista
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upgrade
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Microsoft Windows Firewall
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Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2
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Automatic Update
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Microsoft Windows Update
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service pack
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Microsoft Corp.
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Service Pack 2
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Microsoft Windows
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DVD
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Microsoft Windows XP
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PC
CNET review:
7.0
Very good
Pricing not available
Microsoft Vista Home Basic
Reviewed on January 24, 2007
Windows Vista Home Basic is essentially warmed-over Windows XP, Windows XP SP3. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.
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Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate
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Microsoft Windows Vista
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product key
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Microsoft Windows Live
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code
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Microsoft Windows
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Microsoft Corp.
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Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2
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Microsoft Windows XP
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Service Pack 2
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PC
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operating system
CNET review:
7.0
Very good
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$109.99-$145.00
McAfee Internet Security 2009
Reviewed on November 12, 2008
Once it's up and running, McAfee Internet Security 2009 is competitive with Norton on speed, detection, and removal of malicious software.
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McAfee Internet Security
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McAfee Inc.
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McAfee VirusScan
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threat
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Norton Internet Security
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Internet security
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phishing
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security
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Norton Co.
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Microsoft Windows Vista
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Microsoft Internet Explorer
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Microsoft Windows
CNET review:
7.9
Very good
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$7.98-$69.00
Adobe Creative Suite 4 Master Collection
Reviewed on November 26, 2008
The CS4 Master Collection contains every application in the Adobe Creative Suite. Although priced for serious professionals, it's a relative bargain compared with buying each ingredient piecemeal.
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Adobe Systems Inc.
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Adobe Creative Suite
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pricing
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Microsoft Windows Vista
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video
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Microsoft Windows XP
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Microsoft Windows
CNET review:
8.0
Excellent
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$1,289.00-$2,599.99
Apple Time Capsule (1TB)
Reviewed on March 3, 2008
Apple's hybrid 802.11n wireless router/networked hard drive offers some powerful data backup features for Mac owners, as well as Apple's typical pleasing design. Windows users and anyone who demands speed from their 802.11n network will be disappointed.
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Apple Time Capsule
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IEEE 802.11n
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DHCP
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router
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Apple Macintosh
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Apple Computer
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networking
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wireless router
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hard drive
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Microsoft Windows Vista
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laptop computer
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Microsoft Windows
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Microsoft Windows XP
CNET review:
6.9
Good
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$265.00-$309.36
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