Gauging a USB memory key's value is a fairly simple procedure, right? They plug into any available USB 2.0 port and off you go, however it isn't as clear-cut as that.

Print, scan, copy and fax with one single device. We put 10 all-in-ones through their paces.

In recent years, broadband Internet connections have grown exponentially in popularity as major providers have raced to extend the coverage of cable and ADSL connections to suburbs across the country.

There are three main types of MP3 players, which differ mostly in terms of their method of data storage. Each has its own pros and cons.

Many people upgrade their PCs by adding the latest CPU or more memory, but leave their old hard disk in place. The humble hard disk is one of the slowest components inside a PC (in fact, only optical

External hard disks are a great way to add storage. We test 13, from sub-$130 portable drives to mighty terabyte desktop units.

Share and back up music, photos, video and documents on your network with a high-capacity NAS drive.

With so many factors to consider, choosing a motherboard can be a bewildering exercise. We put 11 models through their pace to find the ultimate in performance, flexibility and value

Play your video, photo and music files on your TV from a networked PC. We put five network players to the test

The Labs team delves into the guts of this month’s motherboards, and points out what you need to know to chose the right one for your needs.

When you're a small business without an IT department you need easy-to-install, easy-to-manage security. We've reviewed eight small business security packages.

For many small businesses or home offices, a wireless router will be a core component of your network. We've looked for routers from Linksys, Netgear, D-Link, Netcomm and others.

Enlarge your workspace with a widescreen monitor: We round up 13 LCDs from 20in up to 24in, with prices you won’t believe

Stuck for storage space? Upgrade to one of the latest disks and you’ll benefit from better performance too

Fast, high-quality printing is now an affordable option for every business - large or small. We put nine of the best personal colour lasres to the test.

Despite the wailing and gnashing of teeth that emanates from the bowels of music industry boardrooms, technologies and devices that enhance the portability of music continue to grow in popularity. The concern is not over the proliferations of the gadgets themselves, it's about the files that are loaded onto them, which have flooded peer-to-peer networks, cardboard boxes under flea market counters and the hard drives of computer users across the world.

As we were dealing with entry-level DV cameras, we set a price ceiling of $2,000 and in fact, five of the seven cameras tested came in at under $1,500, with one even under $1,000. Given this, we looked at them as an average consumer would, and not as a power user, so more effort was put into looking at the basics rather than some of the fancier bells and whistles.

Faster wireless networking is finally within reach. We test and rate every draft-n 2.0 ADSL modem router on the market.

We put a selection of high-capacity office printers to the test. We analyse what printer is best for your workplace and what dosn't work.

Fifteen security packages go head to head in our labs test, including Kaspersky, Norton, ZoneAlarm, McAfee, F-Secure and AVG. Find out which will keep you safe and which could let you down.