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PC Magazine
October 12, 2004
Bill Howard |
The Home PC, Perfected With its brand new Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 operating system, Microsoft may have unleashed the perfect OS for a home PC. In a typical Media Center box, you get a capable TV tuner, an FM radio tuner, DVR, DVD, CD, etc.   |
PC World
December 2003
Mick Lockey |
Desktops: Fast, Furious, and Affordable Pundits predicting the demise of the humble PC should return to their Ouija boards and reconsider their predictions. Computers -- especially in the home -- are capable of doing more than ever before. |
PC World
May 2004
Roy Santos |
Which PC Do You Need? One computer doesn't fit all. We look at systems for the office, the home, and the road to help you find the right machine. |
PC World
June 2003
Michael Gowan |
The Entertainers New media-savvy PCs aim to replace your TV, VCR, and stereo. We test six models -- plus upgrades that turn any PC into a living-room powerhouse. |
PC World
May 3, 2005
Sommer & Baguley |
Small Is Beautiful Ten space-saving PCs were tested to see if they measure up to users' needs. |
PC World
January 2006
Steers & Butterfield |
High-Quality Entertainment, Low Cost HP Media Center m7260n Photosmart... Polywell MiniBox 939NX-MCE... Shuttle XPC G5 8300mc... Sony VAIO VGC-RC110G... |
PC World
January 2005 |
Top Entertainment PCs HP and Gateway systems earn Best Buys among these units, all of which run Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005. |
PC Magazine
June 22, 2004
Laarni Almendrala Ragaza |
Buy or Build Your Perfect PC We help you make the right decision by examining the current computer technologies. |
PC Magazine
March 16, 2005 |
Upgrade: 35 Ways to Create Your Own Multimedia Desktop Helpful tips for improving desktop performance or purchasing a new one. |
PC World
November 2002
Robert Luhn |
Multimedia Windows XP Takes Microsoft Out of the Office OS turns HP's new PC into a remote-controlled entertainment center. |
PC Magazine
November 25, 2003 |
Media Center PCs: More Appealing Running the new Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 OS, these living-room-bound boxes from Dell, Gateway, HP, and ViewSonic represent a big improvement over those from the first generation. |
PC World
December 2001
Leigh Anne Jones |
Home PCs: All This & XP Too We round up the first PCs with Microsoft's new OS. They also feature goodies like Web cams and MP3 players. Is it time to dump your old PC? |
PC Magazine
November 25, 2003 |
The Coolest Home PCs A showcase of the latest high-end entertainment systems, value PCs, all-in-one computers, and desktop replacement notebooks. |
PC World
November 22, 2006
Richard Baguley |
The Best PC Deals Under $1000 You don't need to break the bank to buy a solid machine. Tests of 14 budget systems reveal some of today's foremost desktop bargains, starting at $489. Ajump Prive... Micro Express MicroFlex... Shuttle XPC X100... Dell Dimension E520... etc. |
PC Magazine
January 13, 2004 |
Family-Room Toys for Grown-Ups Reviews of two media-centric computers (from ASUS and Gateway) that look more like stereo components than PCs, an SMC wireless media receiver, as well as two set-top recorders (from Gateway and TiVo) that help ensure you won't miss a minute of your favorite shows |
PC World
March 2005
Captain & Rebbapragada |
Cheap PCs: The Real Deals Yes, you can pay a little and get a lot: We test 8 bargain-priced PCs to find the best of the bunch ... What about bargain notebooks and Linux PCs? |
PC Magazine
October 23, 2009
Joel Santo Domingo |
Apple iMac 27-inch (Core 2 Duo) The Apple iMac 27-inch (Core 2 Duo) grows a few inches wider and gains a Mini DisplayPort, but does it offer enough to compete with the new Windows 7 multitouch systems?... eMachines ET-1331-02... etc. |
PC Magazine
November 30, 2009
Joel Santo Domingo |
Apple iMac 21.5-inch (Core 2 Duo) The Apple iMac 21.5-inch (Core 2 Duo), the "baby brother" to the 27-inch iMac, is $500 less expensive, yet has much of same power... iMac 27-inch... eMachines ET-1331-02... Gateway SX2802-01... HP Pavilion p6207c-b bundle... etc. |
PC Magazine
September 28, 2005
Anderson & Domingo |
Use Your Imagination: Eight Digital Content Creation Desktops HP Media Center 7160n... Sony VAIO VGC-RA842G... Dell Dimension 9100... Power Mac Dual 2.7GHz... Falcon Northwest Talon X2 3800... Gateway FX400MC... Velocity Micro Vision 64 LX-V... Voodoo Doll D210... |
PC Magazine
October 23, 2009
John R. Delaney |
HP Pavilion p6267c-b The HP Pavilion p6267c-b is a stylish quad-core desktop with a generous amount of memory, good-sized hard drive, and a beautiful 25-inch LCD monitor... HP TouchSmart 300-1007... Compaq Presario CQ5210f... etc. |
PC Magazine
November 10, 2004
Laarni Almendrala Ragaza |
Choose Your Next PC With the myriad desktop and notebook PCs arriving on the market, somewhere is a system with your name on it. We're here to help you find it. |
PC World
June 2006
Thornton & Allen |
Desktop Killers With dual-core processors, speedy hard drives, and wide-screen displays, the latest notebooks are powerful enough to make your desktop PC unnecessary. Our PC World Test Center report will point you toward the best replacement for your tower. |
PC World
June 2004
Tom Mainelli |
Make a Media-Savvy PC Here's how to custom-design a machine to handle TV and music with aplomb--or just make your current system more entertaining. |
PC Magazine
April 27, 2010
Joel Santo Domingo |
Dell Optiplex 780 USFF The Dell Optiplex 780 USFF is one of the best ultra small form factor desktop and monitor combinations out there.... Apple iMac 27-inch (Core i7)... Dell Inspiron 580s... Velocity Micro Raptor Signature Edition... Gateway FX6831-01... etc. |
PC Magazine
February 3, 2004
Richard Fisco |
Super Charge Your PC Kick it up a notch and save money with our easy tips and upgrades. |
PC Magazine
July 20, 2009
Joel Santo Domingo |
Averatec D1133 The 18-inch Averatec D1133 is a pretty all in one desktop PC, and it's cheap to boot. |
PC World
September 2002
Anush Yegyazarian |
Buyers' Guide to Office & Home PCs Even inexpensive PCs are very capable and now boast many features that were once exclusive to high-end systems. |
PC Magazine
March 23, 2006
Joel Santo Domingo |
Sony VAIO VGC-RC210G The Sony VAIO VGC-RC210G is a slick multimedia desktop with ViiV compatibility, lots of hard drive space, and room for upgrades. |
Home Theater
November 2004
Chris Chiarella |
Alienware DHS-321 PC A well-built, cleverly designed, and powerful PC that offers all of the options that both home theater and computing buffs would expect, although some rough edges might not yet make this pricey box an ideal fit for the living room. |
PC World
October 2005
Alan Stafford |
Heavy-Duty Entertainment New, barely portable laptops are loaded with DVD burners, big speakers, and TV tuners. Three of these powerhouses were tested to determine the best experience. |
PC Magazine
November 16, 2005
Sean Carroll |
Desktops and Notebooks for Every Budget Compaq Presario SR1620NX... Dell Inspiron 6000... AOL Optimized PC... Apple Mac mini... eMachines T3302... HP Pavilion s7210n Slimline PC... Acer Aspire 5000... Apple iBook... Averatec AV3715-EH1... Compaq Presario V2000Z... Dell Inspiron 6000... |
PC World
December 2003
Lasky & Brandt |
Fun Tech Twelve innovative products that keep you entertained and connected -- on the couch and on the road. |
Home Theater
January 2007
Chris Chiarella |
HP Pavilion Media Center TV m7580n HTPC Who is this rig ultimately for? Despite the great convenience, you can't be a total newbie to properly set up and use the Media Center TV m7580n. |
PC World
January 5, 2007
Richard Baguley |
HP Pavilion Media Center TV m7690n The m7690n has an extensive set of features, including an HD DVD drive, but it is rather expensive. |
PC Magazine
July 20, 2006
Joel Santo Domingo |
Dell XPS 200 The XPS 200 media center desktop is the "entry-level" system in Dell's luxury XPS brand. Its small, sleek style is bound to attract some users. But some major omissions hurt its overall value. |
PC Magazine
July 1, 2003
Bill Howard |
Build a Home Entertainment PC You don't have to spend a fortune to create a home entertainment PC. A few basic enhancements are all you need. |
PC World
September 2004
Carla Thornton |
Extreme Computing Our look at specialized laptops takes us from very small to very large, with steps in between. |
PC Magazine
August 19, 2003
Cade Metz |
Back to School Today, the most important school supply, aside from textbooks and perhaps a coffeemaker, is a PC. Whether you're in college, high school, or even middle school, you're at a disadvantage if you don't have a PC. |
PC World
April 2004 |
Gateway Crashes the Living Room If you must have a Media Center PC, this is the one to get. |
PC Magazine
January 20, 2004 |
The Best Products of 2003 A look back at some of the best technology products reviewed in 2003. |
PC Magazine
December 13, 2006
Joel Santo Domingo |
HP Compaq dx2200 Business Desktop PC If your business needs a basic clerical PC, the HP Compaq dx2200 Business Desktop PC is it... HP Compaq Presario SR2050NX... HP Pavilion Media Center a1640n PC... |
PC World
February 2004 |
Tech Visionaries We give awards to 17 hardware products setting the standard for ingenuity with unique qualities that distinguish them from the ho-hum. |
PC Magazine
February 2, 2006
Joel Santo Domingo |
Dell Dimension E310 Short of an elephant stomping on the computer, the Dell Dimension E310 with DataSafe should keep your digital memories safe from malware, hard drive failure, or a clumsy mouse hand... HP z555 Digital Entertainment Center... |
PC Magazine
October 6, 2008
Joel Santo Domingo |
Sweet $1,000 Desktop PCs You'll be amazed at the goodies $1000 can get you: a quad-core processor, up to 6GB of RAM, a large hard drive, a Blu-ray drive, discrete graphics, and even a TV tuner. |
PC World
March 2003
Alexandra Krasne |
Top 5 Entertainment PCs We pick the best systems for multimedia and games. |
PC World
June 23, 2006
Sommer, Mainelli & Ettenson |
One PC, Two Brains Six economical desktops that deliver plenty of dual-core power. Dell Dimension E510... Gateway FX510XL... HP Pavilion Media Center m7490n... Ajump NBP1005... CyberPower Gamer Ultra 8500SE... Polywell MiniBox 939NP-4200... iMac... Notebook Dual-core processors... |
PC World
December 2002
Sean Captain |
Top 15 Desktop PCs The best desktop PCs for either home or office. |
PC World
July 2003
Carla Thornton |
One PC With Everything -- To Go! We review six notebooks that think they are desktops -- and have the speed and features to show why. |
PC World
January 18, 2002
Carla Thornton |
Toshiba Satellite 5005-S504 Knock-your-socks-off sound highlights the latest Satellite laptop... |
PC World
October 25, 2001
Sean Captain |
HP Pavilion 7905 A well-constructed system that falls a bit short in performance... |
