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NComputing M300

NComputing M300

NComputing's M300 thin client/virtual desktop infrastructure solution is straightforward to set up and manage, and also extremely cost-effective. Schools, small businesses or other budget-strapped organisations should consider putting spare desktop PCs or servers to work hosting this well-designed VDI system. Read more

28 March, 2012 by Charles McLellan
Lenovo ThinkCentre Edge 91z

Lenovo ThinkCentre Edge 91z

The ThinkCentre Edge 91z performs well, although a discrete GPU option would be welcome for graphically demanding workloads. We'd also appreciate dual-band Wi-Fi, USB 3.0 support, a less glossy screen, a slot-loading optical drive and a better keyboard. Read more

7 March, 2012 by Charles McLellan
Apple iMac 27in. (3.1GHz, Spring 2011)

Apple iMac 27in. (3.1GHz, Spring 2011)

We recommend Apple's new 27in. iMac to digital media editors and others with serious performance needs on the strength of its impressive speed, its connected device potential, and its market-leading 27in. display. Read more

4 May, 2011 by Rich Brown
Photos: building a Sandy Bridge PC

Photos: building a Sandy Bridge PC

We needed a testbed PC running Intel's latest-generation Core i7 processor, so we built our own. Here's how it turned out. Read more

1 February, 2011 by Manek Dubash
NComputing L300

NComputing L300

NComputing's L300 is an excellent desktop provisioning option for small and medium-sized organisations requiring thin clients and managed desktops without the complexity of full-blown Terminal Services or VDI. Read more

15 November, 2010 by Roger Howorth
Apple Mac Pro (Mid 2010)

Apple Mac Pro (Mid 2010)

The top-end 12-core Mac Pro reviewed here is an expensive specialist purchase, but there are plenty of more affordable configurations for those with less exotic requirements. We have some quibbles, but the Mac Pro is highly recommended. However, cautious buyers may want to wait for the 2011 version with Intel's forthcoming Sandy Bridge processors. Read more

26 October, 2010 by Charles McLellan
Photos: 27in. Apple iMac (2.8GHz Core i5)

Photos: 27in. Apple iMac (2.8GHz Core i5)

Apple's latest 27in. iMac is a classy all-in-one computer with exemplary industrial design, features and performance. Read more

30 September, 2010 by Charles McLellan
Apple iMac (Summer 2010)

Apple iMac (Summer 2010)

Apple's iMac remains firmly grounded as a productivity device. Few all-in-ones offer comparable performance and none looks as pretty, which makes it easy to recommend for general-purpose computing and for the design conscious. Read more

28 July, 2010 by Rich Brown
Gateway DT70

Gateway DT70

Gateway's DT70 is a well-designed business desktop that's energy efficient, quiet in operation and powerful enough to handle mainstream business tasks without breaking stride. Read more

22 July, 2010 by Charles McLellan
Apple Mac mini (Spring 2010)

Apple Mac mini (Spring 2010)

Apple's latest Mac mini includes an elegant new design and some longed-for features, including HDMI output and user-accessible memory. It's still pricey, but Apple has done enough to improve the Mac mini's appeal for Apple loyalists and design fans. Read more

17 June, 2010 by Rich Brown
New Mac mini: photos

New Mac mini: photos

Apple's upgraded Mac mini brings improved graphics performance, an HDMI port, an SD card slot and a unibody aluminium chassis. Read more

15 June, 2010 by Rupert Goodwins
Fit-PC2i Turbo

Fit-PC2i Turbo

Looking for a space- and power-efficient PC for desktop or low-end server duties? They don't come more compact than the Fit-PC2i. Read more

14 May, 2010 by Martin Gaston
Service & Reliability Survey 2010: Desktop PCs

Service & Reliability Survey 2010: Desktop PCs

We asked our readers whose desktop PCs they buy, what goes wrong with them, how good is the technical support the receive, and more. Read more

11 May, 2010 by Charles McLellan
Pano Logic Pano System 2.8

Pano Logic Pano System 2.8

An excellent choice for enterprise-scale virtual desktop deployments, Pano System includes a zero-footprint thin client, a connection broker and remote-access server software. Read more

9 March, 2010 by Roger Howorth
HP t5730w Thin Client

HP t5730w Thin Client

Designed for use with server-based desktops such as Terminal Services, Citrix and VMware View, HP's t5730w is an excellent mid-range device suitable for most office applications. Read more

3 September, 2009 by Roger Howorth

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