Go on, admit it, when you bought your latest notebook you had more in mind than just work. You wanted to optimise your productivity and your enjoyment. We at ZDNet Australia understand that technology is as much a business as it's a lifestyle. So this Christmas we have put together a list of our best business and lifestyle technology from 2007 for you to enjoy.
Why work harder when you can work smarter? Every day we are always looking for those shortcuts that will save us a bit of precious time. Here's our selection from 2007 that will keep you moving, or get you moving faster.
For home and student use, we think Norton 360 represents the best value for ease of use, tools offered, and overall system performance. We recommend it over McAfee Total Protection and Microsoft Windows Live OneCare.
If you're looking for security software for your home office or home PC, you can't go past Norton 360. It also features 2GB of online backup storage with the software and a friendly, intuitive user interface.
RRP: AU$129.95
Editors' rating: 8
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7 continues to outshine the competition with its ease of use combined with thorough antivirus protection.
If you're looking for an antivirus application that's effective, fast, and light on system resources, Kaspersky Anti-Virus 7 is the one. ZDNet Australia sister site CNET.com recommends Kaspersky as the antivirus product to have in 2008.
RRP: AU$55.00
Editors' rating: 8
The TA612V is a solid unit that provides a low-cost way to make VoIP calls. It is a good choice for a household or small home office where users are keen to cut their telephone bills.
If you make a lot of phone calls in your home or small office, switching to VoIP may save you a considerable amount of cash. The MyNetFone TA612V telephone voice adaptor features good call quality, is small, and easy to set up.
RRP: AU$59.00
Editors' rating: 8.3
The Dell Optiplex 755 boasts strong performance for office demands in an attractive and convenient package.
The Optiplex 755 is a desktop that features solid office performance, great energy efficiency and is well priced. Dell also offers the option of configuring your PC to suit your exact needs or price range.
RRP: AU$1,799.00
Editors' rating: 8
Equipped with an Intel Core 2 Duo processor and vPro remote management hardware, the HP Compaq dc7700P is certainly an attractive option for business users.
The HP Compaq dc7700P can be upgraded to a massive 4GB of RAM, features good graphics performance and come with a three-year parts and labour warranty. All of which make it an excellent choice as an office PC.
RRP: AU$1,600.00
Editors' rating: 8
Disclaimer: Prices for actual items may vary from prices listed in this guide, depending on time of purchase.
What makes you click?
Tell us for a chance to win a $1,000 GAME gift voucher.
Click here for more.
Win an iPhone 3GS!
Sign up as a ZDNet Australia member during November and you'll go in a draw to win an iPhone 3GS!
Click here to sign up!
Best Laptops
Check out the best laptops here!
Click here for more.
