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David Fearon explains how to save energy and hassle by converting your old Windows XP PC to a virtual one that you can run on your Vista machine

After the disappointment - perceived or otherwise - of Windows Vista, many are pinning their hopes on a revival with Windows 7. And from our first impressions of the pre-beta code, that's exactly what they can expect.

Stack your system full of software without paying a penny, with our guide to essential downloads

Choosing a CPU for your PC isn’t an easy task. Here are our picks for budget, mid-range and high-end systems.

Prepare to say goodbye to the Pentium as we reveal the next generation

Plus, how we work out the ratings.

David Fearon introduces 3D models and rendering

We've put AMD and Intel’s new processors to the test, and there's one clear winner.