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Any new computer should come with the Windows 7 firewall active, but a quick look under Control Panel and then System and Security will confirm this
The default on an iPhone 4S is to archive all Gmail emails instead of deleting them, so this the button for this option needs to be...
Internet security with bite
People claiming to work for Microsoft tell users their computers are infected and being used for attacks on other computers
Some cute, some ugly but all dangerous
Information Commissioner's Office says being heavy-handed with companies that don't comply with new law initially would be inappropriate
Lots of impressive features, but expensive for a single-bay NAS enclosure
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Cabinet Office admits many Government department websites will fail to comply with amendment to PECR
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Whether you're a hardened iPad user or setting off with your first Apple product, our tips will help you dig deeper into what the latest iPad can do
People claiming to work for Microsoft tell users their computers are infected and being used for attacks on other computers
Information Commissioner's Office says being heavy-handed with companies that don't comply with new law initially would be inappropriate...
Cabinet Office admits many Government department websites will fail to comply with amendment to PECR
Regulator said ISPs need to train sales staff more effectively
Homes and businesses in the rural area will receive speeds of up to 80 Mbits/sec, with £2.2m of the budget coming from Rutland County...
Micro-blogging site enjoys success in the UK but promises to work with the authorities more, after accusations that it aids criminals
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Information Commissioner's Office's website appears to be latest target of hacktivists
Users of Facebook in New Zealand can pay a small fee to promote a post
Social-networking site goes head to head with Apple and Google for apps
Hactivist group has already caused problems for Virgin Media and Talk Talk
Government to clamp down on people selling inappropriate video games to children
UK's Serious Organised Crime Agency was suspected target
Cybercriminals are setting up get-rich-quick websites that download malicious software disguised as apps
Exactly how much fun can a hamster have in his ball? Lots if he can avoid the sharks and flames in this fun iPad and iPhone app
This free National Rail app is a useful tool when taking the train
This system optimiser is available at no cost for a limited time
A benchmark utility that measures a meaningful test of your computer
This free tool will report on Windows Registry and file settings on your PC
View your files on Skydrive in a normal folder in Windows
Take a picture, write a message and send a postcard
Find an interesting article and save it for later with this handy smartphone and tablet app
Where's Wally HD - The Fantastic Journey even has a multiplayer game on the iPad
A useful Windows app for making bootable USB keys
A capable ebook reader for Windows with a built in store browser and the ability to transfer to other devices
While it might look dull, Gramps is a very powerful piece of software
A 30-day trial version that enables you to test the software fully
Play and convert music and video files on your computer
Internet security with bite
Lots of impressive features, but expensive for a single-bay NAS enclosure
It's certainly cheap, but will it make you cheerful?
Lots of extras and a beautiful design too
A PC case with great build quality that's also very quiet
Take short-haul flights with this smartphone-controlled attack helicopter
Edit your sounds with proper controllers rather than a keyboard and mouse
A router that is expensive but very easy to use
A compact camera with a big zoom and a twist in its design
Samsung’s sleekest lightweight laptop yet
If you need technological motivation to exercise, then this MP3 player could set your pulse racing
Any new computer should come with the Windows 7 firewall active, but a quick look under Control Panel and then System and Security will confirm this
The default on an iPhone 4S is to archive all Gmail emails instead of deleting them, so this the button for this option needs to be...
Serif Page Plus lets loose the designer in you with its various wrap settings
Whether you're a hardened iPad user or setting off with your first Apple product, our tips will help you dig deeper into what the latest...
We take a look at a recent phishing email, claiming to be from the HMRC, to show how you can catch the scams
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Before downloading some software from Microsoft, it will ask you to verify that you have a legitimate copy of Windows – even though...
Windows can decipher the metadata on a digital photo and delete some or all of it
If you're thinking of selling unwanted items online, it's easier than you think. Our expert sales tips will help you towards making a tidy sum from unwanted goods
These x1 slots are used for basic wireless network adapters, whereas the longer (x16 or x32) ones are used for graphics cards which...
Foreign keyboards have a different layout to UK ones, but there's a useful shortcut
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The Wubi installer is the easiest way to install Ubuntu and also makes removal easier
If you don't want to use Ubuntu anymore, or want to install it properly, a Wubi installation is simple to remove in Windows
Whether you want to create a local backup of everything stored on the Google services you use or are curious what’s on file, Takeout makes the process easy
An Internet Explorer feature called Content Advisor can prevent your youngsters straying onto unsuitable websites. It's not perfect,...
We explain how to check if the Windows Firewall is working correctly, how to fix it if something goes wrong, and how to configure it...
It is inevitable that every hard disk will run out of storage space or fail at some stage. We show you how to fit a new hard disk with...
We explain how to take 2D footage shot on a normal camera and convert it to 3D using free tools found on Youtube. You can then share...
A free service can check the spelling, grammar, content and style of your documents. It can also tell if you've been using someone else's words
A free tool from Addictive Tips makes creating folders easy and fast
How to create attractive wallpapers for the Windows Desktop using your favourite photos
We show you the best way to create an electronic form within a Word document
The internet has countless useful and valuable tools that allow users to share and swap information. A free tool helps automate tasks...
A free service lets you share things you've discovered how to do on your PC with friends. We demonstrate how to use Screenr to make short screencasts
We show you how to add extra storage space to your local area network
We demonstrate how to synchronise files between a Windows 7 computer and a Galaxy S Android smartphone using Samsung's free Kies application...
A new PC runs like lightning and rarely crashes but things don't stay that way for long. We show you 14 quick but vital tasks that will help keep it running smoothly
We take a look at a recent phishing email, claiming to be from the HMRC, to show how you can catch the scams
Edit your sounds with proper controllers rather than a keyboard and mouse
The Wubi installer is the easiest way to install Ubuntu and also makes removal easier
If you don't want to use Ubuntu anymore, or want to install it properly, a Wubi installation is simple to remove in Windows
VMware Players offers a way to create a Windows 7 installation that can be experimented on without putting files at risk
This video shows how to stop Word 2010 from creating web links when it thinks it recognises a web address
The Centre for Computing History stand at the Gadget Show Live 2012 has some fascinating items on display
We take a look at the Windows 8 Metro interface on an all-in-one touchscreen PC
The Western Digital Caviar range has three different hard disks designed for specific types of user
Super-thin laptops were the order of the day at Gadget Show Live 2012
Make your laptop quieter and cooler by cleaning the fan and heatsink
Is Apple’s latest tablet still the best there is?
Prevent overheating by keeping the insides of a computer clean and free from dust
This portable monitor can be used to extend the Windows Desktop or show people what you're doing
Deal with online bloopers
Protect your Apple Mac
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