Back before the GST was introduced, many retailers were understandably nervous that their point-of-sale (POS) system wouldnt be up to scratch once the dreaded tax came in. Thats where the makers of AAPos, like many other software companies, saw an opportunity.

In this line of work, there's really nothing quite like the all-too-occasional experience of opening a box from Apple, and unveiling the shiny wonders squirreled away inside. In fact, it's the only event that never fails to draw all and sundry AJB staff from throughout the office into the Labs to catch a glimpse of what the tech company with only 3 percent market share worldwide has managed to innovate this time.

Screaming children for fun and profit.

Dell Dimension XPS B733r

The first OS to make a serious effort at an easy, integrated Linux to rival Windows was the now defunct Corel LinuxOS.

A good demonstration of the benefits of 802.11n, and a good choice for offices requiring a basic router.

Top-notch print quality makes this a contender, but it isn’t fast

CorrectionThis product was incorrectly labeled Sage Act! Professional in issue 87. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.GoldMine has had the upper hand for some time, but the release of ACT! 7.0 gives its rival much stiffer competition.

Accounting software is a tough market to get into and is littered with the carcasses of many who had tried and failed to take on the established giants in Quicken and MYOB. Business Breeze is a locally designed product specifically aimed at the small business market.

Written for fledgling test project managers, the book starts by defining the foundations of a test system and discusses the FMEA (failure mode and effective analysis) approach for defining quality risks

A solid, general-purpose pedestal server with good storage and a classy management act – plus it’s quiet as a mouse

The DGFV338 is a combination ADSL modem/router packaged in Netgear’s traditional metal case and powered by a particularly large and heavy mains adaptor.

A superb package for the price, with plenty of power. Only the unambitious battery life lets it down.