Sony VAIO X review
Review Sony's high-end VAIO X is built with essentially netbook components and makes an enviable conversation piece, but the price is high.
7.9 Editors' Rating
Intel's 2010 roadmap
Tech Guide From hardware-accelerated AES encryption via 32nm manufacturing to GPU integration and six cores, Intel's CPU roadmap holds great promise. The chip-maker's upcoming Larrabee 3D graphics processor remains short on detail though.
HP ProBook 4710s review
Review If you need plenty of screen and don't want to use an external monitor, this bulky 17.3in. notebook could be a good choice. It's a good performer, but HP could have added a few more ports and user-programmable keys.
7.6 Editors' Rating
Screenshots: Ubuntu 9.10 Karmic Koala
Photos Ubuntu 9.10 Karmic Koala is released on 29 October. New additions include the Ubuntu One service, a new boot sequence, and the Ext4 filesystem by default.
VMware vSphere 4 review
Review The latest release of VMware's enterprise-level hypervisor and management suite raises the bar with the addition of built-in backup, thin provisioning and fault tolerance options. The combination of functionality and a proven track record makes vSphere 4 an excellent choice for high-end server virtualisation projects.
8.9 Editors' Rating
Windows 7 v Ubuntu 9.10: an illustrated guide
Tech Guide Is Windows 7 good enough to halt the move to desktop Linux in its tracks? We compare and contrast Microsoft's new OS with the latest version of Ubuntu.
Photos: new Windows 7 notebooks
Photos Most people will get Windows 7 preinstalled on a new computer. Here are some new and updated Windows 7 notebooks that we'd be happy to make the upgrade with.
HP StorageWorks X510 Data Vault review
Review Don't let its size or consumer heritage fool you: the StorageWorks X510 is a powerful backup, sharing and remote access solution that's ideal for smaller offices with limited IT support.
8.3 Editors' Rating
HTC Touch2 review
Review HTC's Touch2 has a relatively small screen and lacks an accelerometer. However, it's Windows Mobile 6.5 that really lets the side down.
7.5 Editors' Rating
SonicWALL TZ 210 review
Review SonicWALL's feature-packed TZ 210 gateway security appliance is capable of protecting all kinds of networks at a very affordable price. It's easy to setup and manage, and sets a new price point in the UTM market.
8.0 Editors' Rating
The Real Business of IT review
Review We'd recommend this book to any under-appreciated CIO seeking self-improvement, and to executives trying to extract greater value from their IT spend.
8.0 Editors' Rating
Windows Mobile 6.5 smartphones: photos
Photos Take a look at the eight 'Windows phones' announced so far for the UK.
Microsoft Security Essentials
Preview Security Essentials is recommended if you want 'set and forget' security. If you need more robust configuration choices, or don't want to contribute to the cloud, then look elsewhere.
Acer TravelMate Timeline 8371 review
Review The TravelMate 8371 is solidly built, although the degree of flex in the keyboard may annoy some users. If you need an integrated optical drive, look to one of the larger models. Otherwise, enjoy the excellent battery life.
8.0 Editors' Rating
GroupMail Business Edition v5.2 review
Review If you need to manage an email newsletter and don't want to go with a subscription-based online solution, you should consider GroupMail.
8.3 Editors' Rating
