In the January issue of PC Authority, on sale now
2009 PC Authority Best Tech Awards
Don't be fooled by salespeople, arm yourself with our hype-free guide to the best cameras, laptops, broadband and more. With over 17,000 votes, this is the definitive record of what you love - and hate.

Huge DSLR group test - 10 of the best tested
The development of the low-cost digital SLR camera has been mesmerising. Today they pack in more features than ever before, for less than ever before. We've put ten of the best through their paces and give you our verdicts.

Windows's 7's missing piece
We've poked and prodded, ruminated and cogitated, we've debated its worth and benchmarked it to within an inch of its life. Now, we're ready to deliver the PC Authority verdict on Windows 7, including our guide to one of the best bits that you don't get in the box - Windows Live Essentials.

Does Sci-Fi still matter?
From the earliest days of Jules Verne and HG Wells, science fiction has long inspired real-world technology. But have the authors of sci-fi stories finally run out of steam?

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On the Disc: Ubuntu-9.10 Netbook Remix
The distro that's perfect for running your netbook, without overwhelming it!

On the Disc: Football Manager 2010
Demo version of the latest FM, still the most popular soccer strategy game ever!
