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

Ofcom bans misleading use of ‘full-fibre’ for broadband • The top stories in the world of technology

Samsung releases first Galaxy tablets with AI

Google TV Streamer offers four times storage of Chromecast

Change where Snipping Tool saves your screenshots

IN BRIEF

TOMORROW’S WORLD

THE WORLD’S GONE MAD!

Scammers use fake Captchas to trick victims

Over 2 million VPN passwords stolen in the past year

Scammers ‘sell’ fake money in Google adverts

Microsoft doubles Flight Sim 2024 minimum RAM requirement to 16GB

Will Windows 12 really look this hideous? • New icons from Microsoft are the worst we’ve ever seen

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

We persuaded Sainsbury’s to issue a refund from Argos

Virgin moved me to digital quickly and neatly

Master Ancestry’s new Pro Tools • For better DNA results, lists of errors and attractive ‘fan’ charts, 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 software trying to trick you

GMKtec NUCbox • M6 Open and shut case

HP OmniBook X 14 • Tip TOPS

Lenovo ThinkVision M14t Gen 2 • Move the resolution

OnePlus Nord 4 • Rains supreme

PCIe

Netac US9 1TB • Store away

What’s the best printer for occasional use? • We solve your buying dilemmas

Corsair K65 Plus • A light touch

JBL Go 4 • Sound that carries

Doro Hemma Doorbell • Home comfort

A tri-fold smartphone?

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

Philips 27E1N1600AE PC monitors

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

Workshops & Tips • 14 pages of easy-to-follow workshops and expert tips

Make audiobooks from online videos

Create your own Super God Mode shortcuts folder

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 a chat room for your club • Run a club or society? Here’s how your tech can make it easier

AI printing • Your printer will soon learn how you want your pages to look

DON’T BUY THE WRONG SMART TV • TVs have never looked or sounded better, and they’re getting cheaper all the time. But there are so many available that it’s hard to know which to buy. Daniel Booth tests the best and explains what all the jargon means

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STOP YOUR DEVICES LISTENING TO YOU • Ever had the sneaking suspicion your phone, tablet or PC is eavesdropping on...