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Convert image files without leaving Explorer
Find out how to set up Windows Explorer so it can convert images 01 Jul 2009
Repair scratched CDs and DVDs
If your computer refuses to read an important disc, our rescue plan may help 30 Jun 2009
Add a mirror effect to photos
Add a bit of pizzazz to photographs and logos with this free reflection-making website 29 Jun 2009
Create and share a music compilation
The 8Tracks website makes it easy to create a list of songs and share it legally 25 Jun 2009
Improve digital images using Splashup
Want to know how to edit and amend photos easily? Discover a free online photo-editing tool 23 Jun 2009
Get organised with a free scheduling service
Use the Cozi website and software to keep track of what everyone in the family is up to 18 Jun 2009
Jazz up Windows with satellite photographs
Use satellite imagery to create a Windows Desktop that shows the Earth as seen from space 17 Jun 2009
Create attractive word patterns with Wordle
Use the Wordle website to make word clouds to illustrate websites, blogs or even T-shirts 19 May 2009
Make snazzy Office documents the easy way
Get a head start on fancy documents with free artistic templates 15 May 2009
Save time by editing photos in groups
Resizing photos individually is time consuming. Instead, do them all at once with Photo Filtre 14 May 2009
Conduct research with Google Scholar
Find important research material faster and more effectively than a standard search 30 Apr 2009
Register with the Computeractive forum
Sign up for Readers to the Rescue to get help with PC problems 28 Apr 2009
Add cover art to iTunes with iArtwork
Tracking down missing iTunes cover art by hand can be a drag – iArtwork makes it easy 28 Apr 2009
Start programs and open websites in a flash
Download and install a free tool to start programs and open websites in moments 27 Apr 2009
Share and synchronise files
Working with several computers can make it difficult to manage files, but Dropbox can help 24 Apr 2009
Give remote PC help with free software
Fix family and friends’ computer problems without leaving home, using a remote connection 22 Apr 2009
Organise digital photos with Picasa
Manage and edit your digital photo collection with Google’s free and easy-to-use program 22 Apr 2009
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