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    Sun Microsystems and Hewlett-Packard are preparing new higher-end Unix servers for debut near the end of the year, and several other models will spring up from HP before then.

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  • Pocket-sized productivity: 5 PDAs tested

    PDAs are rapidly gaining in popularity, but with new wireless capabilities being added, how can you possibly do without one?

  • Affordable colour on the network

    Networkable laser printers have dropped significantly in price. But it still pays to know what you're after before your organisation goes colour. ZDNet Australia tests five networkable printers.

  • Dell Vostro 410

    Dell claims its Vostro 410 is an energy efficient, high performance PC for small businesses. While Dell's efficiency claims seem to be hot air, the 410 is a sleek, zippy and good value PC.

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