Every modern PC has one or more USB connectors. We explain what they are, how to use them and how to overcome some of the problems you might encounter
The simplest way to run two hard disks in the same PC is to have a dual-boot start-up menu. Using a switch to flick between the two can lead to loss of data
Running old programs on a new machine can often cause problems. We describe three solutions that should get things up and running properly again
An Internet Explorer feature called Content Advisor can prevent your youngsters straying onto unsuitable websites. It's not perfect, but it is a good place to start
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 for maximum protection
Before downloading some software from Microsoft, it will ask you to verify that you have a legitimate copy of Windows – even though many users find this confusing
Windows can decipher the metadata on a digital photo and delete some or all of it
Foreign keyboards have a different layout to UK ones, but there's a useful shortcut
As most of us spend hours staring at a PC monitor, it’s important to make sure you get the best possible picture. We explain the behind-the-scenes terminology
Apple admits that iTunes doesn't always open and its website has dedicated pages with various computer configurations to help users solve the problem
Follow our 20 hints and tips to help you keep your valuable personal information safe
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