Zara Baxter

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Zara Baxter has been with PC Authority since mid-2007. She's a self-described second-generation geek, who grew up colouring in punch-cards that her father brought home, and first experimented with computers when they still had cassette tape drives and no hard drive. Zara's been in computer journalism for 10 years, with roles ranging from computer lab tester through to her current deputy editor role. Zara thinks computers should be accessible as well as powerful, and has a passion to help people get the most out of whatever computer they have. Zara studied Biology at Flinders University, specialising in genetics and microbiology graduation with a Bachelor of Science with Honours. She's lectured in topics as varied as creative writing, digital media, and microbiology.



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Hp's Mini 311-1000 is a netbook on steroids for under $820  
Recommended
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HP's Touchsmart iQ600: is it time to step up to a touchscreen PC? 
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Feb 4, 2010 | Comment Now 
Touch enabled all-in-one that improves over the previous model and ticks almost all the boxes
 
Dell Inspiron 1470, a step up from a netbook without compromising on battery life  
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HP's Pavilion s5180a proves that cheap and cheerful isn't everything 
Oct 12, 2009 | Comment Now 
The HP Pavilion s5180a punches above its weight and provides a welcoming entry point for a starter or low-end upgrade system.
 
Lenovo T400s, an incredibly lightweight ultraportable for business use 
Oct 12, 2009 | 1 Comment 
Lightweight but perfect for heavy duty business, this ultraportable is sure to impress.
 
HP EliteBook 6930p offers perfection with incredible 24 hour battery life 
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Jul 17, 2009 | Comment Now 
Its longlife 24-hour battery makes it significantly less portable, but this laptop is classy in every sense of the word.
 
Pioneer Computers M86 packs incredible power for an incredible price 
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Incredibly powerful laptop system, with a few small issues that hold it back from true glory.
 
Benq Joybook Lite U101, steams into the front-running for cheap 10.2in netbooks 
Recommended
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It's not widely available, but with this battery life on offer the BenQ Joybook Lite U101 should be
 
HP Elitebook 2530p, a business laptop with a solid 4-5 hours of battery life 
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Long-lasting battery, enough power to go, and a lightweight design: this has it all in a small package
 
Pioneer Dreambook M86, the most fully specced laptop we've ever seen 
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Incredibly powerful laptop system at high spec, but you can also opt for a cheaper, lower spec version
 
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MSI Wind U120H netbook takes on 3G, 6-cell battery 
Apr 24, 2009 | Comment Now 
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Panasonic Toughbook CF-W7, handles bumps and bruises with flair 
Apr 24, 2009 | Comment Now 
Lightweight, resilient laptop with reasonable performance at a price tag that doesn’t break the bank.
 
First look: Eee PC 1004dn, first netbook with DVD-burning 
Apr 9, 2009 | Comment Now 
Asus' new Eee PC 1004dn steps up in style and features, boasting a DVD-writer, expresscard slot and scrabble-tile keyboard
 
First Look: Kogan Agora Netbook, a super-cheap Wind lookalike  
First Look
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A couple of nifty gimmicks and an extended warranty help give this netbook the boost that its ergonomics don’t.
 
Dell Precision Workstation M6400 
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HP Mini 1001TU 
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