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No 'convincing' evidence of health risks from mobiles, finds study

Health Protection Agency says research must continue into long-term effects of exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields produced by mobile phones

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Faster Wifi with an Android app

Add extra speed to your network by avoiding the network channels used by your neighbours. A new Wifi Analyzer app on an Android phone will show which is best

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Free Wifi for all McDonald's customers in the UK

Wireless internet access will be free for everyone, regardless of mobile provider

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Virgin Media to set up free Wifi for the London Olympics

Broadband provider to offer free Wifi at more than 80 stations by July

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Why does my PC show a Bluetooth error message on startup?

Utility programs that claim to clean, compact and defrag systems can sometimes cause trouble. Re-installing the driver from Dell's website should cure the problem

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Is my wireless problem an inherent fault and how do I prove it?

If a company tells you there is nothing wrong with your computer but you disagree, the Sale of Goods Act gives you some options so you get recompense

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BT develops BT Fon Wifi app for Blackberry smartphone users

App will make it easier for users of RIM's smartphone to log on to BT's Wifi hotspots

This useful planning tool is now on sale from Amazon in the UK

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Ford adds in-car voice control for smartphone apps

AppLink software enables drivers to launch and manage apps in-car

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Can I connect my Sony Bravia TV to my Wifi network?

A Sony TV can only be used with an own-brand Wifi adapter. We would suggest creating a wireless bridge with a built-in Ethernet port for a wired connection

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Can I use two routers to extend the Wifi coverage in my house?

It is possible to use two routers – one as the main Wifi network and the second acts in much the same as using an extension cable, only without wires

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Will I find my old Wifi password somewhere on my laptop?

Unless Mr Dunbar is running Windows 7 he will have to download Wireless Key View, a free piece of software that will help him retrieve his old Wifi password

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How to use Bluetooth with PCs, mobile phones and other devices

Bluetooth is a useful and free wireless technology for connecting devices together

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How to make the most of your Wifi

Get rid of all your Wifi problems with our guide to wireless networking

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