If you're after a simple, flexible machine for productivity or browsing the Internet, Apple's budget PC-killer is a great choice.

The fast CPU provided the best application performance in the review, and the new BTX case really does cool the entire system efficiently, although our model had no way for us to control the fan speed.

The 7700G boasts excellent features for its $1799 price tag, which include a 19in LCD monitor and a three-year on-site warranty with next business day service. We found its performance to be very stable and like the fact that the large mid-tower case can be worked on easily, should you require maintenance or an upgrade.

An excellent computer for either home or business use, unless you require excessive performance or add-ons, the iMac is a highly recommended and capable machine.

If you're after speed then there is no looking past this machine. Its build quality and supplied peripherals are top-class.

For the price this system is a very decent all round performer.

The iMac Core Duo is undoubtedly one for the future, especially considering the impending release of Windows Vista.

It doesn't use the latest AM2 socket, but its performance is impressive.

This machine should handle all the latest games with ease and won't burn a hole in your wallet.

For $1455, this machine is a well-performing and well-featured solution for a first-time PC buyer.

Not only is this system versatile and powerful, but is reasonably quiet and has been pitched at a fair price. It will be an effective media centre, play the latest games, run any Office or antivirus programs you might need for personal and work situations, and is Vista capable when you decide to make the switch. Added storage may be necessary for some.

If it's been a while since you have upgraded, you'll be blown away by the performance. Only 70GB of storage is probably not enough for most people's long-term needs, but that aside, this is a very powerful machine for under $2000.