As far as mainstream PC specific magazines go, PC World was probably the best. I preferred Maximum PC but that one was a little more specialized. Though it would eventually become watered down with other tech products, that kind of stuff was only really just starting to creep in in 2007. The December 2007 issue of PC World includes:
Features
Seize the Web - A look at 39 "exceptionally interactive" web sites and services. Some of those include video websites (Metacafe, YouTube, Veeb, Crackle, Google Video, Yahoo Video, Jib-Jab, etc.), sites for building your own social network (Me.com, CollectiveX, KickApps, etc.), blogging sites (TypePad, LiveJournal, Blogger, WordPress, etc.), online book publishing sites (BookSurge, CafePress, etc.), and more.
The Cost of Your Second Life - Second life is an online virtual world or metaverse that is still around today. This article looks at some of the things you can buy in the game.
Life Without Software - An experiment in giving up desktop applications and working solely with web based apps. Personally, I still generally prefer desktop apps.
Google's Street-Scene Machine - A look at how Google creates its street view including the special spherical cameras used.
Techlog - A look at how the next web revolution might leave the U.S. behind because of slow, expensive internet access.
PCW Forum - Feedback from readers on spyware, Apple, Blu-ray vs. HD-DVD, and more.
Forward
Tested: Intel Penryn CPUs - A look at the performance of the latest Core 2 Quad CPUs. Basically, they were a minor improvement over the previous generation.
Plugged In - New Zune models from Microsoft, vendors to continue to sell models with Windows XP through June 30, 2008, RIAA wins decision against Minnesotan single mother for $220,000, Radiohead sells MP3s, and more.
GeekTech - Adventures in setting up a new Xbox 360.
Consumer Watch
The Cost of Bragging Rights - Apple significantly reduces the price of the iPhone only two months after introduction.
Skeptical Shopper - Paying extra to make returns easier.
The Net's Public Enemy #1 - Details of new malware called The Storm Worm.
Bugs and Fixes - Instant Messenger bugs, a new Windows XP and Excel vulnerability, an iTunes cover art vulnerability, and more.
Reviews and Rankings
22-Inch Wide-Screen LCDs - At the top of this list is the HPw2207 for $360.
Gateway XHD3000LCD - This 30-inch LCD monitor from Gateway gets a very good review here but it would have set you back $1700.
Top 10 Laptops - The top desktop replacement laptop this month is the Apple MacBook Pro featuring a 2.4 GHz Core 2 Duo T7700 and 17-inch wide screen display.
Wireless USB Devices - A look at the Wireless USB 2.0 Extender (4 port) from Gefen and the Wireless USB Hub and Adapter from IOGear.
Here's How
Give Your Facebook Page a Lift - A guide to setting up your Facebook profile. At this time, Facebook was still relatively new and its popularity was exploding.
Answer Line - How to safely rescue files from a virus infested flash drive, tips for sound recording, printing wirelessly without a host, and more.
