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

Govt asks ISPs to offer ‘up to’ 8-hour battery backup • The top stories in the world of technology

EE launches its first Wi-Fi 7 home router

Apple adds physical button to control iPhone camera

IN BRIEF

TOMORROW’S WORLD

Online news sources overtake TV news for first time

Three launches 5G Outdoor Hub to boost mobile broadband

THE WORLD’S GONE MAD!

Make it easy to disable stolen phones, Govt tells tech firms

Scam ‘companies’ that tricked pensioners are shut down

Will it finally be easier to switch broadband? • Ofcom’s system for moving between networks has finally launched

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

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

Search Household Cavalry records • If your ancestors served in the British Army’s senior regiments, follow Judith Batchelor tips to…

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

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 software trying to trick you

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Gen 5 • Purpose built

MSI Cubi NUC 1M • U got it

PCSpecialist 14 Lafité AI AMD • Don’t push it

Samsung Smart Monitor M8 • At the double

Netgear Nighthawk RS300 • Magnificent seven

HP 325 FHD • Cam do better

Ultimea Poseidon D50 • It’s behind you

Ruark Audio R1S Smart Radio • Sound’s amazing

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

Win 1 of 4… Ugreen Revodok Pro 313 docking stations

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

HOW TO… Set up a music system in your car by Nik Rawlinson

Use Arc’s ‘spaces’ tool to improve your browsing

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

Create an event in WhatsApp Communities • Run a club or society? Here’s how your tech can make it easier

Bluetooth 6.0 • Its new tools sound confusing, but they’ll connect your devices better

WINDOWS 10 is DOOMED! • With a year to go until Microsoft ends support for Windows 10, it’s time to decide what to do with your PC. Robert Irvine explains your seven options so you can choose which is best for you

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Protect your home with a Smart lock • Looking for a convenient, secure way to protect your home? Jonathan Parkyn reveals everything you need to know about smart door locks – and why burglars hate them

Record and save TV shows • Recording TV programmes has many advantages over watching catch-up services, but your options are shrinking. Robert Irvine explains what you can still do to save shows to play later

Problems Solved • Our experts solve all your tech...