Google's experimental game streaming service launches without many of its promised features and just a handful of games. It works, but there's not much incentive to buy in.

Editors' Choice

$399.00 MSRP

You'll love Office 2001 as much as you may have disliked its predecessors. This must-have upgrade sets the standard for Mac office suites, thanks to its Mac-specific look and feel and a host of new tools.

DirecTV Now

DirecTV Now delivers an impressive mix of channels for the money, but people who prioritize a cloud DVR should look elsewhere.

$245.00 at Walmart

Microsoft Office 2016

Office 2016 arrives today with big updates to how you work with others. But how does it stack up against its number one adversary Google Docs?

$8.99 at Amazon

Google SketchUp

Google SketchUp is a flexible, powerful app for quick 3D sketching on the fly, but professionals will want the $500 version.

$1.90 at Amazon

McAfee QuickClean 2.0

McAfee QuickClean 2.0 is a good choice for removing junk files and Internet clutter. But its tech support proved unreliable in CNET tests.

$6.95 at Amazon

McAfee Total Protection 2010 1 User

McAfee Total Protection 2010 hits many of the right notes. It's easy to use and it's effective, but years of below-average releases will likely leave many users unwilling to give it a try.

$100.00 at Amazon

Intuit QuickBooks 2009

Intuit QuickBooks Premier 2009 keeps the program's well-designed, intuitive interface, while adding a few new features. It's a worthy upgrade for people serious about online banking, and it remains the best accounting program for small business owners. However, Intuit should be more generous with customer support, particularly for setup issues.