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

Govt wants fewer telegraph poles used for broadband

More broadband firms pledge to ‘protect’ telecare customers

Switch broadband with ‘one touch’ from September

IN BRIEF

Microsoft will support old Outlook until 2029

YouTube redesigns TV app to promote more products

Amazon removes BritBox from Prime Video as service ends

Impose ‘tougher sentences’ for broadband damage

Could your Amazon Fire Stick get you arrested? • Police are targeting both users and sellers of illegal devices

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

ScamWatch • Readers warn readers

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

Google Search is stuffed with intrusive adverts

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

The mysterious case of Temu’s missing refund

Amazon refunded film purchase within minutes

Grow Your Family Tree • Records for the UK’s top two universities stretch back to the 1200s. Follow Judith Batchelor’s tips 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

Garard Ndela

PCSpecialist Fusion Elite P

Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Chromebook 14

HP DeskJet 2710e

Curved screens

Synology BeeStation 4TB

Can you suggest a new PC and monitor for under £500?

Keychron C3 Pro

OneOdio A10

Amazon Echo Hub

An AI-powered webcam?

On Sale Weds 10 April

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

Win 1 of 3 Synology BeeDrive 1TB portable SSDs

Computeractive 2023 Back Issue CD & USB Stick

HOW TO… Resurrect an old hard drive using a docking station

How I’ll use my reclaimed drive

Download BBC programmes to your PC

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

Browser Tips • Secret settings and the best extensions

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

Make Windows Better • Expert tips for every version

Make Office Better • Top tips for the best office programs

In The Club • Run a club or society? Here’s how your tech can make it easier

Speedometer 3.0 • Take this updated benchmark test to see which browser is fastest

BEST NEW FREE APPS You’ll NEVER Stop Using • Don’t waste your time and storage on installing rubbish, ad-stuffed mobile apps. Robert Irvine recommends 25 of the most useful free tools for your phone and tablet

Find free apps with NO in-app purchases

Is it safe to ‘sideload’ mobile apps?

NEXT ISSUE • On sale Wednesday 10 April

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Switch to mobile broadband • Save money by ditching your current internet plan for a cheaper, more flexible option. Robert Irvine explains the benefits and drawbacks of 4G and 5G home broadband

DON’T BUY the wrong charger • When you need...