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Microsoft may call the newest version of its operating system Windows 7, but you may want to think of it as Windows 6.5. In overall look and feel, it mimics Vista, although there are enough changes to make it far more than just a juiced-up service pack.

Lexmark is pushing a green agenda as it launches a refresh of its home office and small business range of laser and inkjet printers.

If, like me, you travel regularly with your laptop between different locations, you know how annoying it can be to get even a simple document printed to the right device and in the right format. And if you forget to choose the right printer when you come into a new location? Everything disappears into the wrong queue, only to spit out in a torrent when you connect at the other location.

HP's new entry-level multifunction comes with a bargain-bin price tag. For all the disappointment we felt with Lexmark's X2650, a side-by-side comparison with this multifunction shows the Lexmark coming out on top in speed and quality. The F2280 is cheaper to run, but if quality is a key consideration then it's best to pass on this printer.

The X2650 is a bargain bin device at the bottom end of Lexmark's inkjet multifunction range. Its price point may appeal to those looking for a cheap printer, but poor speed and print quality, and expensive inks make this a multifunction that's easy to pass by.

The X4650 is Lexmark's mid-range multifunction. It's a basic unit built and priced for home printing. The unit's Wi-Fi connectivity is it's only real distinguishing point; otherwise, it doesn't offer anything fantastic as either a printer or scanner.

The recently released Officejet Pro L7590 is a refresh of the popular L7580. It has been slightly redesigned and slightly improved. The strengths of both the discontinued L7580 and the L7380 are apparent in this printer.

The X4875 is the entry-level inkjet multifunction in Lexmark's business-focused Professional series. The unit has most of the flaws of its more expensive counterparts. Although it does have some strong points, they don't really justify its price point.

The X9575 sits at the top of Lexmark's business-focused Professional series of inkjet multifunctions. The unit has a range of connection options and a number of PC-less features that make it a suitable addition to the home or small office. However, its printing speeds and photo quality may deter some.

The Lexmark X9575 Professional is a colour inkjet multifunction printer packed with business-centric features -- including integrated Wi-Fi

The world's top PC vendor, Hewlett-Packard, beat competitors Dell, Lenovo and Apple to provide the best online customer support, according to survey released on Tuesday by The Customer Respect Group.