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FeaturesSave money and power with your PC
We show you how to save cash with this guide to managing, measuring and reducing computer power usage 12 Mar 2010
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Modern computers are covered in ports, sockets and outputs but what do they all do? We explain 11 Mar 2010
Computer charity counts cost of unwanted kit
Check to see if a charity can give a home to your old PC before you drop it off 25 Jan 2010
How to buy refurbished computer kit
Discover the benefits of buying refurbished gadgets - and what pitfalls to watch out for 15 Jan 2010
HP Mediasmart Server EX490
Backup and organise networked computers with ease 14 Jan 2010
Get a good deal on a student's PC
How to ensure a PC you buy for a school or university student is good value 13 Jan 2010
Use Fences to organise your icons
The Windows Desktop can quickly become cluttered with icons. Sort it out with a free program 12 Jan 2010
Connect your old PC to a new model
Eddie Foster asked us how he could connect an old PC to his new computer. Here's our advice 01 Jan 2010
Making the move from PC to Apple Mac
Apple computers are becoming more popular but is it simple to make the switch from Windows? 30 Dec 2009
Prepare for the worst if sending PCs for repair
When electrical goods sent for repair go missing, it’s a nightmare. We show you how to prepare for and deal with the worst-case scenario 28 Dec 2009
Cyberpower Infinity i5 Hercules SE
This desktop combines power with flair 30 Nov 2009
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