The ThinkPad R52 is a decent but bland Pentium M notebook.

The T42's integrated fingerprint reader requires some patience, but rewards with increased security. This notebook remains a top pick for business travellers.

Good features and good performance make the Centoris KN 5185 an attractive buy for a student or anyone who needs plenty of screen real estate to boost their productivity.

The PowerBook hasn't been drastically overhauled, but it remains as one of the best options on the market for either Home or Office use. Be prepared to pay for it though.

Focused improvements and better useability make the Tecra S3 a good pickup

This Acer notebook is worth considering if you need a 64-bit processor and plan to move to Windows Vista in the near future. The superior build quality is also a plus.

The Sony Vaio SZ15GP/B is a great entry level unit for people who want to get mobile but don't need a monster laptop.

The Tecra A7 may be the wiser option as it offers better performance for a similar price, but it depends on whether you value battery life or graphics performance.

One of the best performing notebooks we have tested, the nx9420 is a great buy.

With 3G Internet built-in, this is an excellent notebook for business users who demand a superior product and excellent build quality.

First in Australia with HD-DVD, the Qosmio G30 is a no compromise notebook from Toshiba.

For those who want an ultra powerful notebook that can handle almost anything, the M1710 is a great choice. Just keep in mind high performance commands a high price tag.