Computeractive

Computeractive is the UK’s best-selling computer magazine and your friendly guide to PCs, gadgets and the web! It includes regular news updates, project ideas, help and advice on popular reader queries, articles on anti-virus software, features on consumer rights, and a whole lot more to help you get the very best out of your computer. Get PC advice in plain English today – get Computeractive!

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From the Editor

Microsoft lifts ‘block’ that stops PCs upgrading to W11

PRICES DOUBLE EVERY YEAR FOR EXTENDED W10 SUPPORT

Google to wipe user data collected in Incognito mode

Amazon blocks use of Fire TV remote control over hacking claim

IN BRIEF

Virgin resumes landline switching but not to vulnerable customers

Roku wants to show adverts on any device connected to your TV

One in six over-65s never use the internet

Most people ‘in favour of telegraph poles’

Will Google start charging for search results? • Reports say the company might make you pay for AI-powered search

Protect your tech • Scams and threats to avoid, plus new security tools

ScamWatch • Readers warn readers

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

Shoppers to blame for Amazon not stating country of origin

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

Check if business contract includes email access

Be Quiet! sent me a new PC free from Germany

Grow Your Family Tree • If your relatives sought a new life among mountains and maple trees, follow Judith Batchelor’s advice to…

Best Free Software • Robert Irvine recommends new programs that won’t cost you a thing

SHOULD I PAY FOR…? • Choose the right version of software

What should I download? • We advise you which software and apps to use

Named & Shamed • Keumars Afifi-Sabet puts the boot into tech villains, jargon-spouting companies and misbehaving software

Robert Temple

GMKtec NucBox G3

Lenovo IdeaPad 5i Gaming Chromebook Plus

Asus ROG Strix XG27ACS

Honor Pad 9

Energy-efficiency ratings

Nothing Phone 2a

What’s the best portable backup for my photos?

Ring Battery Video Doorbell Pro

Withings ScanWatch 2

Amazon Fire TV 32in 2-series HD

An outdoor TV?

On Sale Weds 8 May

Buy It • Our pick of products that have won the Buy It award

Win 1 of 2 AOC CQ27G2S/BK PC monitors

Computeractive 2023 Back Issue CD & USB Stick • Both the CD and Stick contain all 26 issues from 2023

HOW TO… Use your tablet as a second PC monitor

Why I wish I’d used Spacedesk

USE AN OLD LAPTOP AS YOUR SECOND SCREEN

Save passkeys using Proton Pass

Readers’ Tips • Handy hints and tips from your fellow readers

Browser Tips • Secret settings and the best extensions

Phone and Tablet Tips • Brilliant things to do on your device

Make Windows Better • Expert tips for every version

Make Office Better • Top tips for the best office programs

In The Club • Run a club or society? Here's how your tech can make it easier

Windows 11’s ‘All apps’ • Microsoft is finally making a change that many users crave

EVERY DEVICE YOU MUST STOP USING • Manufacturers can end support for their products without you realising. Robert Irvine reveals which PCs, phones, routers and other devices are now obsolete and unsafe

NEXT ISSUE • On sale Wednesday 8 May

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Give up Google For ChatGPT • Powerful AI tool ChatGPT often gives you more detailed answers than Google – and with no adverts. Daniel Booth explains how to use...