Computeractive

Computeractive is the UK’s best-selling computer magazine and your friendly guide to PCs, gadgets and the web! It includes regular news updates, project ideas, help and advice on popular reader queries, articles on anti-virus software, features on consumer rights, and a whole lot more to help you get the very best out of your computer. Get PC advice in plain English today – get Computeractive!

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From the Editor

Microsoft to let you remove more Windows 11 apps • The top stories in the world of technology

Switch broadband in ‘one touch’ delayed to March 2024

BBC shows to appear on iPlayer sooner after broadcast

IN BRIEF

AI hackers can ‘hear’ your passwords

YouTube shows blank page if history is switched off

Internet Archive sued for making old music available

‘6G Internet’ firm rebuked for implying 6G already exists

Are parents to blame for social-media disorder? • Police say more must be done to prevent looting organised online

Protect your tech • Scams and threats to avoid, plus new security tools

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

HP abandons repair and sends brand new PC instead

Evernote helped me resubscribe after change of mind

Find ancestors’ homes and land in Ireland • The Griffith’s Valuation was the first nationwide survey of Irish properties. Follow Judith Batchelor’s advice to…

Best Free Software • Robert Irvine recommends new programs that won’t cost you a thing

SHOULD I PAY FOR…? • Choose the right version of software

What should I download? • We advise you which software and apps to use

Named & Shamed • Keumars Afifi-Sabet puts the boot into tech villains, jargon-spouting companies and misbehaving software

Honor MagicBook X 16 2023 • New products tested by our experts

Asus Zenbook 14 OLED UM3402

Asus RT-AXE7800

HP DeskJet 2710e

Processor threads

Motorola Moto Edge 30 Neo

What’s the best mini PC for Windows 11? • We solve your buying dilemmas

Amazfit Blip 3 Pro

Asus Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 OC

WiZ Indoor Wi-Fi Camera

A 100TB SSD?

On Sale Weds 13 Sept

Buy It • Our pick of products that have won the Buy It award

SIZZLING HOT SUBSCRIPTIONS

Win a Pocketalk S voice translator

HOW TO… • Master three must-use Thunderbird add-ons

Use tab islands in Opera

Readers’ Tips • Handy hints and tips from your fellow readers

Browser Tips • Secret settings and the best extensions

WORKSHOP • Delete your data from Microsoft’s servers

BEST EXTENSION FOR… • Improving Google search results

Phone and Tablet Tips • Brilliant things to do on your device

BEST FREE APPS • What you should install this fortnight

BEST APPS FOR… • Finding local information

Make Windows Better • Expert tips for every version

Use a highlighter to follow your cursor

Make Office Better • Top tips for the best office programs

Clone your workbook to work in two sheets

Use Zoom’s new ‘Continuous meeting’ • Run a club or society? Here’s how your tech can make it easier

Google’s grammar check • The tech giant wants to improve you’re your writing skills

NEVER PAY FULL PRICE For PCs, Laptops, Tablets & Phones • Refurbished devices are just as good as brand new models, but cost considerably less. Here, Robert Irvine provides a complete guide to buying used tech

WHY YOU MUST BUY REFURBISHED DEVICES

WHERE TO BUY A REFURBISHED COMPUTER

Best deals on refurbished PCs and...