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!

Computeractive

From the Editor

Windows Search gets web info – but you can disable it

STRONGER MALWARE-BLOCKING IN WINDOWS 11

Germany tells firms: stop using Kaspersky

Currys will pay you for old tech (but be quick!)

IN BRIEF

TOMORROW’S WORLD

IN BRIEF

THE WORLD’S GONE MAD!

New tablet-friendly Android coming to large screens

Scam ads to be included in Online Safety Bill

Openreach fixing 650 poles after February’s storms

New iPad Air adds 5G and faster USB-C

IN BRIEF

Why hasn’t Russia launched a cyber attack on the UK? • Security experts are surprised that Putin hasn’t sent in the hackers

PayPal and Apple scams

New tools • Brave Talk https://talk.brave.com

ScamWatch • Readers warn readers

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

WD refunds in full after long replacement delays

Dell helped me pass my driver test

Locate Jewish ancestors around the world • Chris Paton explains how a massive new collection of records will help you…

Your Genealogy Problems Solved

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

How can I schedule a program to run at a specific time?

OpenDNS • David Ludlow explains how this tool boosts his security and keeps his internet running smoothly

SOFTWARE WARNING! • All Document Reader and Viewer’s pop-up ads

WHAT ARE THEY TALKING ABOUT?

BARRY’S VILLAIN OF THE FORTNIGHT • Tinder fraudster Richard Dexter

Chillblast Sentinel RTX 3050 Gaming PC • A new firm favourite

Huawei MagicBook 16 (2022) • Sweet 16

Epson EcoTank ET-1810 • Think ink

Devolo Magic 2 WiFi 6 • Get wired

Scanner resolution

Apple iPhone 13 Pro • Zooming marvellous

Can you suggest a sub-£200 PC for basic needs?

Trust GXT 980 Redex • The right (and left) choice

Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset • All talk

Hisense HS214 Soundbar • Raise the woof

DirectStorage?

On Sale Weds 13 April

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

Win 1 of 2 CHERRY gaming bundles

HOW TO… Convert your home phone to VoIP

Beat Windows 11’s restrictions by booting from a USB stick

Readers’ Tips

Browser Tips

WORKSHOP • Manage extension permissions in Chrome

BEST EXTENSION FOR… • Blocking trackers in emails

Phone and Tablet Tips

BEST NEW APPS • What you should install this fortnight

BEST APPS FOR… • Coping with emergencies

Make Windows Better • Expert tips for every version

Make Office Better • Top tips for MS Office & LibreOffice

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

Splinternet • Russia’s invasion of Ukraine might rip apart the global internet

Cancel Your BT, VIRGIN & SKY TV • Beat your broadband provider’s latest price hikes by ‘unbundling’ your TV package and streaming shows and films online instead. Robert Irvine reveals everything you need to know

Why I’ve stuck with Now TV and broadband

NEXT ISSUE • On sale Wednesday 13 April

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