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Top 10 Mobile Gadget Gift Ideas for Guys
Still searching for the perfect gift for the man in your life? Here are some of my suggestions for mobile guys. You can help your man work more comfortably while he's away on the road or make better use of his home office space.

Top 10 External Storage Solutions
External storage can be as small as a pen-knife or the size of your fist. Whichever style of external storage you choose, look for external storage solutions which are durable and easy to use.

PC Holiday Gift Guide
Need help selecting a personal computer or related item for the holidays? We have help for you.

What Computer Should I Buy?
This questionnaire will help you find the proper desktop or notebook computer system that meets your budget and usage needs.

Shopping For the Animator on Your Holiday Gift List
If you're thinking of buying a gift for an animator but you're a little stumped as to what might be appropriate, take a look at these ideas for gifts for the holiday season (or any season when you're in the mood for giving).

Great Gifts for Gamers
If you are shopping for gifts for someone in your life that enjoys video games, this list features 10 of the best gift ideas for gamers. Not all computer peripherals are equal, and the deficits of most computer peripherals become very apparent when they are used for gaming. this list of 10 great gifts for gamers will give you an idea of what the best gaming peripherals are for any avid PC gamer.

Top 10 Gifts for Photo Fun-atics
These days, it's easier than ever to get your pictures onto your computer. This can lead to lots of fun projects incorporating your photos and your own personal touch. These products are ideal for anyone who enjoys working with family photos in fun and creative ways, with options for most any budget.

Best Widescreen 20 to 22-inch LCD Monitors
Widescreen displays are quite popular for notebook computers, but they are still quite limited for desktop systems. Thankfully the smaller widescreen monitors are becoming much more common and affordable. Here are my selections for the best 20 to 22 inch widescreen LCD monitors.

Top Holiday 2007 PC Games
Once again the holiday season is upon us and with it comes a flood of new video game releases. I've put together a list of some of the latest and greatest computer action games to hit store shelves in the past few months. This list doesn't cover everything but should be a good starting point if you're looking for some of the hottest PC games as gift ideas.

Top 5 Budget Notebook PCs
Budget Notebooks are a tough market for manufacturers. They have to produce quality systems for as little as possible and that often involves tradeoffs in hardware or software features. Below are the best value based notebook PC computers available for under $850..

Best Laptop Bags for Women
Whether you are buying a new laptop bag for yourself, or need a gift for someone else - why not go with a laptop bag that reflects their personality and uniqueness?

Top 10 Game Pads
Gamepads have always been somewhat of an after thought for the PC and PC games; support across games was sparse at best and most non first person shooters didn't support them at all. The introduction of the Games for Windows brand last year has given way to a new wave of gamepads. Here is a list of 10 great picks that offer ease of use, comfort and lots of buttons. The compare price link will pro…

Top First Person Shooters
Here's a list of some of the most popular first person shooters currently avaialble for the PC.

Top 5 External Storage Solutions
External storage can be as small as a pen-knife or the size of your fist. Whichever style of external storage you choose, look for external storage solutions which are durable and easy to use. Storage devices which are cross-compatible with Mac and Windows systems can be very beneficial to mobile professionals. Using an external storage drive gives you added security for your data and allows you …

Top World War II Real Time Strategy Games
World War II has always been a popular setting in video games, it has made its way to nearly every video game genre, with real time strategy being one of the most popular. Here's a listing some of great World War II real time strategy games for the PC. Included you'll find some of the latest titles as well as some older favorites.

Top 6 Laptop Backpacks
Laptop backpacks are a casual looking and easy way to carry your laptop and other mobile gear hands-free. They provide plenty of storage space and using the adjustable shoulder straps will ensure a secure and bounce free way to carry your laptop. A laptop backpack with an included laptop sleeve is especially good to have, and increases the security and safety of your laptop.

Best Ultraportable Notebooks
Ultraportable computers are designed to be highly portable even at the expense of certain features. A typical ultraportable weighs less than 4 pounds making it extremely easy to carry while traveling. Some systems may completely remove or externalize components such as the CD or DVD drive. Here are my selections for the best ultraportable notebooks.

Computer Sim Games Under $20
There are many so-called budget titles that start off just under $20. Yes, most of these budget titles aren't worth your money or the effort to learn how to play them. There certainly are games under $20 that are buying, you just need to do a bit of research before going shopping.

Top 10 Gifts for Aspiring Artists
Art and technology, what a wonderful combination! These selections would make great gifts for any digital art enthusiast, whether professional or amateur.

7 Laptop Accessories Under $25
Looking for new accessories to go with a new laptop perhaps or gift ideas for a mobile professional you know? Find some great laptop accessories that are priced under $25.00. These laptop accessories will come in handy for any mobile professional.

Top 7 Gaming Keyboards
Often the first things a gamer often replaces when they start upgrading their gaming gear is the keyboard. The plain keyboard you use to answer e-mail does not always make for the most effective gaming weapon. There are several purpose built gaming keyboards on the market and this list will help you decide which of them might be best for your gaming needs.

Software and Accessories for Musicians
Learning to play a musical instrument? Check out these gift ideas for the musical Mac-user.

Top 5 IDE DVD Burners
It seemed like DVD speeds reached their peak with 16x drives, but more and more companies are offering 18x and even 20x drives now. Even with these max speed differences, recording times can vary greatly. The real differences in the drives are what extra features they may offer. With all this in mind, here is the selection of the best DVD burners currently available.

Top 5 Desktop Replacement Notebooks
Desktop replacements are one of the largest growing segments in the portable market. These system pack in the features and functions that make them competitive with full sized computers. There are even a lot of specialized multimedia and gaming models.

Top 3 Performance Desktop PCs
6/15/07 - Performance desktops have radically changed over the years. Previously they were fast general performance systems, but now they are flashy systems geared towards PC gamers. The costs are generally much higher than if the user were to build the system themselves. Still, there are people who don't care much about cost or would rather that someone else build the system. With this in mind,…

Top 3 Thin and Light Notebook PCs
11/16/07 – The portable notebook market changed in the past year. Thin and light notebooks now are gaining in popularity over desktop replacements. Wide screen displays now dominate the thin and light notebooks and the Core Duo has been replaced by the newer 64-bit compatible Core 2 Duo processor. Here are my selections for the best thin and light notebook based upon my research and…

Processors (CPUs)
A product buying guide that examines the specifications to consider when looking at purchasing your next desktop personal computer system.

Choosing Financial Software for Others
Financial software is a great gift idea, but there is no one personal finance software package that works well for everyone. Choosing a gift of personal finance software can be difficult, but read these tips for the best personal finance software gift ideas.

Before You Choose a Notebook PC
Buying guide that looks at all the various aspects of a notebook computer system to assist in selecting a notebook PC that best matches your needs.

Computer Simulation Game Gift Guide
Buying a gift for a gamer can be challenging if you don't play games yourself. Take a peek at what games they have installed on their computer or sitting on their shelve for an idea as to what type of games they like.

Before You Buy a Notebook Computer
A buyer's guide from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide on laptop or portable computer systems detailing the various specifications to examine when comparing different systems to make an informed purchasing decision.