Desktops

Desktops are a winning combination of performance, price and potential for upgrade.There's a range of options and accessories for desktop computers — from the likes of Compaq, HP and Acer — to keep up with your PC demands. We offer you expert advice and the best price on all your computing needs, including the best desktop computer for you.

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Buying Guide

  • Buying Guide: Intel Core Processors
    Buying Guide: Intel Core Processors

    Intel Core processors make tasks on your desktop, laptop or netbook easier, with faster performance, seamless multi-tasking, smooth responsiveness and amazing media capabilities. We'll help you pick the right processor for your computer.

  • Buying Guide: How To Set Up A Home Office
    Buying Guide: How To Set Up A Home Office

    Setting up a home office can improve your small business' productivity. We help you: choose the right laptop or desktop computer; set up a wireless network with router and modem; pick essential software like anti-virus security; and more.

  • Windows 8 User's Guide Part Three: How to Personalise Windows
    Windows 8 User's Guide Part Three: How to Personalise Windows

    Learn how to make your Windows profile as unique as you are with these topics: changing display settings, sharing files, picture passwords, Start and Live Tiles, safety and security.

  • Buying Guide: Understanding AMD Processors
    Buying Guide: Understanding AMD Processors

    Get blistering dual graphics capability, quad-core processing for serious multi-tasking, outstanding High Definition visuals and killer 3D-gaming with the AMD Quad-Core A8 Series Accelerated Processor.

  • Welcome to the New Windows 8
    Welcome to the New Windows 8

    It's here! Work hard and play hard with the new Windows 8. Connect, integrate and share with real-time Facebook, Twitter and email updates, apps for everyone and so much more!

  • Windows 8 User's Guide Part Four: An Introduction to Windows Apps
    Windows 8 User's Guide Part Four: An Introduction to Windows Apps

    Part Four provides an introduction to apps on your Windows 8 PC with the following topics: the Windows Store, installing apps, sharing documents with SkyDrive, Skype and how to stream files to your TV.

  • Buying Guide: Desktops
    Buying Guide: Desktops

    Desktop computers are a popular choice thanks to their price tag, versatility, performance and power, but there is a huge range of choice available which can be overwhelming. This buying guide is designed to help simplify your decision with hints and tips of what to look for so that you can choose the ideal desktop PC for you.

  • Buying Guide: ForwardIT - Explore Your Online World
    Buying Guide: ForwardIT - Explore Your Online World

    Harvey Norman brings to you ForwardIT - a website initiative from the South Australian government aiming to educate consumers about technology.

  • Windows 8 User's Guide Part Two: Find Your Way Around Windows 8
    Windows 8 User's Guide Part Two: Find Your Way Around Windows 8

    This section gives you some tips for finding exactly what you need; topics include: important notes about touchscreen, how to switch between and snap apps and the Windows charms.

  • Buying Guide: Processors
    Buying Guide: Processors

    The processor is the "brain" of the computer, controlling everything it does and determining how fast it works. Our buying guide explains how they work and what to consider when purchasing desktop, laptop (notebook) or netbook computers.

  • Windows 8 User's Guide Part One: Getting Started With Windows
    Windows 8 User's Guide Part One: Getting Started With Windows

    Part One of this Windows 8 user's guide looks at the following topics: moving documents and contact details, adding devices and printers, new features of Windows 8, how to change PC settings and how to select languages.

  • Windows 8 – Get Started
    Windows 8 – Get Started

    The new Windows 8 is here! It's an entertainment hub of incredible sound and vision; an all-rounder for surfing, sharing and social networking; a business tool for maximum performance and productivity; a perfect potable partner for staying connected; an immersive arcade of intense video games. Whatever your passion is, Windows 8 opens up a whole new world of possibilities.

  • Buying Guide: How To Buy The Perfect PC
    Buying Guide: How To Buy The Perfect PC

    PC computers are great for a range of exciting experiences. Whether it's for 'everyday', 'professional', 'entertainment' and 'gaming', or for when you're 'on the go', there's a Windows 8 PC for you.

  • Buying Guide: Windows 8
    Buying Guide: Windows 8

    With an easy-to-use, reliable and beautiful layout, Windows 8 is the latest operating system from Microsoft. Learn more about handy functions and why you should upgrade to Windows 8 today.