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.

Impressive and free antivirus and antispyware package

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Somniloquy can save on power while performing basic operations.

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Chip maker claims to bring console-like play to mainstream PCs. Hint, starts with ATI, ends with Radeon..

Entertainment platform to be phased out.

And it’ll speed up your PC says Microsoft, despite what some beta testers have been saying.

The summary of Microsoft's plans for Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2 and netbooks, as announced at Computex

Stuart Andrews shows you how to set up and maintain the perfect backup routine.

An impressive touchscreen all-in-one PC for an equally impressive price, but the single-core Atom holds it back

A stylish and usable touchscreen PC that’s right at home in the living room. With Windows 7 promising touch-control, this could be the future of desktop PCs.

Although many SMBs are facing incredibly tough times, a new study suggests that waiting to refresh your PC fleet will cost you more money than it saves

Saving space on your desk will be easier under Dell’s plan for a desktop more than three-quarters smaller than today’s boxes. Anyone heard of Shuttle?

Otellini sees mobile home media devices as key.

The good news about the government's new 50% tax break is that it doesn't only apply to vehicles. Find out how it could save you thousands on PCS, servers, laptops, phones, and network hardware and storage.

Wondering how to take advantage of the new 50% tax break for small business IT purchases? Our tax resource centre explains everything you need to know.