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Hands on With HP Mini, Lenovo S10, BenQ U101
With netbooks selling well in the run up to the holidays, here's a look at three of the newest entries.Reviews
Gateway P-7811FX: A Budget-Friendly Gamer
Gateway brings out a bargain, full-fledged gaming notebook packed with more ports and options than you'll know what to do with.Reviews
Asus U6V: Ultraportable Form Meets Fashion
Asus's fashionable ultraportable gives you good performance–and a second battery–without breaking the bank.Reviews
HP HDX18: Multimedia Marvel
As a desktop replacement, the HDX18 not only performs well, it makes your desk itself look snazzier, with great multimedia features.Reviews
Gateway MC7803u All-Purpose Laptop
Gateway's MC7803u laptop promises entertainment features–but while the price is right, some aspects of its performance aren't.Reviews
HP HDX16: All-Purpose Multimedia
This machine brings desktop replacement performance and features to the all-purpose class–and does it well.Mobile Computing
The Mobile Office, Part 1: Lenovo IdeaPad S10
Netbooks like the Lenovo IdeaPad S10 let you slip your office into a small bag–if you don't mind making some compromises.Reviews
New MacBook Pro Boot Camp Gaming Benchmarks
As expected, the new MacBook Pro's 9600M GT video processor does slightly better than expected boosting the system's real-world game performance.Mobile Computing
Wi-Fi in the Sky
Surfing the Web while jetting coast to coast is the only way to fly.Reviews
HP Compaq 6530b All-Purpose Laptop
This business-friendly laptop is a great road-ready presentation tool, but it could benefit from a better screen.Reviews
Asus N10Jc Mini-notebook
The N10Jc is a fantastic choice for mobile workers, but its relatively high price puts it out of reach for many.Reviews
Fujitsu LifeBook T1010
An all-around solid performer in basic day-to-day use, the Fujitsu T1010 won't turn heads, but it'll get the job done.Reviews
Toshiba Satellite Pro L300D-EZ1001V All-Purpose Laptop
Cheapness shows through in places, but this $649 laptop with sweet-sounding audio is not a bad buy overall.Reviews
Lenovo ThinkPad SL400
This entry-level ThinkPad offers features and software that used to be limited to higher-end ThinkPads.Reviews
HP’s Mini 1000: A New Netbook
HP's second-generation mini-notebook falls in the middle of the current netbook pack due to performance tests.Reviews
Dell Inspiron 518 Value Desktop PC
If excellent everyday performance on a budget is your desire, this PC is a good choice.Reviews
Mini-Notebooks Under $500
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Lenovo IdeaPad S10 Mini-Notebook
Faster than its mini-notebook brethren, the Lenovo S10 offers enough perks to make it a top pick for serious mobility.Reviews
Acer Aspire One Mini-notebook (Windows XP)
With its bargain-basement price, the Aspire One looks like a steal–until you realize you need the six-cell battery.Casual Friday
Casual Friday: High-Tech Travel Tips
Practical–and impractical–advice for the casual traveler.Mobile Computing
Mini-Notebook Mania, Part 2
The benefits and drawbacks to mini-notebooks, plus some buying tips.Reviews
Asus Eee PC 1000H 80G XP Mini-Notebook
Asus fixes most of the shortcomings of the Eee family with its newest–and biggest–mini-notebook.Mobile Computing
Mini-Notebook Mania, Part 1
How do these new ultra-compact laptops differ from traditional models?Reviews
The Best Power Laptops
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Dell Inspiron Mini 9 Mini-Notebook
Dell's first mini-notebook is a solid system at a solid price.Mobile Computing
Road Test: Checkpoint-Friendly Bags
Is a specially designed, checkpoint-friendly laptop bag worth the money?Reviews
MSI Wind NB U100 Mini-notebook
MSI's Wind is a hardy–but vanilla–mini-notebook that has enough oomph to do the job for Windows XP enthusiasts.Mobile Computing
Checkpoint-Friendly Laptop Bags
New bags promise to make it easier and safer to get your computer through airport security.Reviews
PC World’s Guide to Mobile Living
A special guide, in PDF format, with detailed reports on laptops, remote access, and wireless devices.Reviews
HP Pavilion dv7t Desktop Replacement Laptop
The dv7t, a heavy-duty desktop replacement, wows with its performance but falls a little short in multimedia–where you'd expect it to excel.Reviews
Acer Aspire One Mini-Notebook
A great keyboard in an affordable portable makes the Aspire One a must-have for quick and easy mobility.Reviews
Dell Studio Hybrid Compact PC
This aesthetically pleasing system has a terrific compact design, but it sacrifices performance for miniaturization.Reviews
Lenovo ThinkPad X200 Ultraportable Laptop
This outstanding ultraportable delivers full-featured performance, great battery life, and a good keyboard.Reviews
Micro Express JFL9226 All-Purpose Laptop
The Micro Express JFL9226 cuts most of the right corners to produce a budget-friendly portable–but it could use a face-lift.Reviews
Sony VAIO VGN-FW198U/H
This laptop's unusually wide, bright screen makes it a good choice for working on side-by-side documents (and for watching movies).Mobile Computing
Essential Gear for the Business Traveler, Part 2
A USB adapter kit and two well-designed bags help you lighten your carry-on load.Mobile Computing
Mac vs. Windows Laptops
Do you still pay a premium for Apple's laptops? Not always, as I found when comparing Windows and Apple models.Reviews
Lenovo IdeaPad U110 Ultraportable Laptop
This stylish ultraportable Air competitor steps out of the ThinkPad's shadow.Reviews
The 10 Funniest Apple-Ad Parodies
From 1984 to the famous manila folder, Apple's TV ads have been ripe targets for satirists and rival companies. Here are 10 of the best take-offs.Reviews
Apple MacBook Air Ultraportable Laptop
The Air's looks can't be denied, but its performance and expandability are different matters.Reviews
Toshiba Portégé R500 Ultraportable Laptop
The R500 is one of the lightest notebooks with its screen size that we've tested, but its overly flexible screen worries us.Reviews
The Best Laptops Under $1000
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Cheap and Free Tools to Put Zip Back in Your PC
You can have a zippier, more responsive PC–you really can. You just need the right tools. We've collected 15 great downloads that will do the trick.Reviews
Fujitsu LifeBook T2010 Tablet PC
The nine-cell battery on this indoor/outdoor convertible laptop lasts forever, but its front-mounted location is not always ideal.Reviews