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

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

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

It looks like a standard webcam, but the Axis 205 is cleverer than that. Its internal web server and 10/100 Ethernet port mean it can be directly connected to and accessed by anyone on the network.

We test AMD’s first quad-core processor for both speed and power efficiency

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.

Our full guide to saving cash-saving secrets is here, from how to get discounts on PCs, to SIM only phone contracts, the best DSLR cameras deals, and discount licensing from Adobe, Microsoft and others.

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

Devices that attach storage to the network aren't new, but until now they've been either very expensive or limited in ability. But this little marvel from Asus changes all that. The WL-HDD can put a hard disk on the network with no drivers or client software required, and it can do this wirelessly via 802.11g.

In the past, Palm's approach to PDA design has been clear: keep things simple and produce slick devices with adequate specifications for note taking, appointment tracking and contact organisation.

A world first on the desktop, Phenom is good but a long way from outstanding.

A cheap, lightweight choice for single-core applications, but you get the performance you pay for.

Impressive technology, but increasing cores doesn’t necessarily increase performance.

Brief reviews of new products, plus updates on items we've already featured.