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Review
 Screen savers can be a lot of fun, which is why there are so many varieties, from pretty people to aesthetically-pleasing animals to dizzying diversions, etc., etc. But how about a useful screen saver, something which will show you what's up with your computer? Check out our mini-review of the karalon Screen Saver, which boasts traffic analysis, disk usage, very cool background choices, and more.
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Geek Baby Priorities
ChipGeek Newsletter
Chief Technologist Rob wrote a ChipGeek Newsletter which you should have in your e-mailboxes by now. In addition to the usual site and Web round-up, he gives you some great coverage of our Dual-core, 64-bit, and PCI-Express future. Check it out, and if you didn't get it via e-mail sign up for future issues.
Review
If you need to share files of any sort on the Web, you know how important good organization and security features are. During the dot-com boom online storage services were all the rage, but things have calmed down quite a bit since then. However, as the need for more and more storage increases and online activities like blogging and photo-sharing get more and more popular, services like Punch Networks' Punch WebGroups are coming back into vogue. Check out our mini-review to see how Punch WebGroups can help you beef up your online life.
PROCESSOR SPECS
We've added some AMD Sempron details, AMD's dual-core chip, and some more G5 details.
Review
If you long for the old days of the Atari 2600, or for the days when all you had was the Atari and there was no "2600" to append to its name, you've got to check out our mini-review of Mobile Wizardry's Atari Retro game emulator for Palm OS, Windows Mobile, and Series 60. Find out how 7 games can equal a lot of nostalgia and some great gameplay!
Review
Need something to do with your HDTV when you're not watching the (too few) HDTV-ready broadcasts? How about using the high-end screen to show pictures, art classics, amusing diversions, etc.? If that sounds interesting, check out our review of Roku's HD1000 High-Definition Media Player, with an Open Source back-end and multi-format support.
Feature
One of Linux's big selling points has been that you can get a whole bunch of power and customizability without getting caught up in the high prices and "ultra feature integration" that Microsoft has made us all so familiar with. But Linux has been striving to catch consumer and business eyes by offering all the good of Windows without the bad, and that's proven a tough row to hoe. Can the upstart, Open Source OS continue to walk that fine line? Check out Is Linux following Windows down the road to bloat? for one enthusiast's conclusions, and tell us what you think.
Feature
It's tough being an existing customer of a wireless carrier nowadays. You see all the amazing deals the companies are offering for new subscribers, but when you want to get a taste of the action your WSP gives you a no-can-do. What's up with that? Check out Cell Shock, the latest Backwards and in 4-inch Heels column, for Amy's trek through this highly disappointing land of blocked opportunities.
Review
Surfing the 'Net on your PDA can be a lot of fun in addition to being very useful. If you use a Pocket PC device you're familiar with the limitations of the included Pocket Internet Explorer (PIE), and thus you're probably looking for better alternatives. Check out our mini-review of ReenSoft's PIEPlus version 1.2, a cheap and highly customizable way to make handheld browsing a much nicer experience.
Processor Specs
The Processor Specs now have updated information for AMD's latest 939-pin processors, new Opteron models, Intel's latest Pentium-M, and more...
Review
There's a lot of very cool technology out there for us geeks nowadays, but a lot of it is expensive and fills only a niche function. While phone service comes in many varieties, the vast majority of folks who have a cellphone or smartphone also have an expensive landline at home, etc., along with a broadband connection. But why pay the phone company its fees when you've got a VoIP alternative that combines high-tech with everyday use? We've got a review of the Vonage VoIP Solution for you that you must read if you're interested in saving money. Vonage works great, is extremely affordable, and offers a huge variety of features. A definite Geek.com Pick.
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