CNET: covering the technology industry since 1994

CNET is the premier destination for tech product reviews, news, price comparisons, free software downloads, daily videos, and podcasts. "CBS Interactive's CNET has been covering the technology industry since 1994 when it had its start as several television shows. In 1996, it launched a news website that became the foundation for a comprehensive site about consumer technology, including product reviews, a software download library, videos, and a How To instructional section. According to the site, CNET's mission is to "provide you with information, tools, and advice that help you decide what to buy and how to get the most out of your tech." . . .  The timeliness of the informative reviews, often augmented with videos demonstrating the products, make them essential reading for anyone considering a technology purchase. The downloads section is a convenient place to find new software, along with elusive security patches and drivers.. . .. A hidden value of the section is the extensive archive of older applications, system software, and hardware drivers. CNET has a familiar news/blog style design, . . .  navigation menu makes it easy to home in on specific categories. Category links throughout the site aid in filtering content. . . .  Overall, a fantastic resource for timely technology product reviews and industry news. Summing Up: Highly recommended. All levels/libraries. -- J. M. Smith, California State University, San Bernardino. ACRL's Choice, March 2012