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

Change W11 browser in one click after Microsoft U-turn

Kaspersky ‘safe’ for people, but firms should prepare for attack

BT pauses internet phone roll-out after ‘underestimating disruption’

IN BRIEF

TOMORROW’S WORLD

IN BRIEF

THE WORLD’S GONE MAD!

Russia attacks Asus routers – update yours now

Brits report 10m scam emails in 2 years

Search 400,000 aerial pics in Historic England archive

Chrome brings back ‘mute tab’ option – but you’ll have to activate it

IN BRIEF

Why aren’t broadband firms promoting their social tariffs? • Only two per cent of those eligible use cheaper packages

Rise in computer-fixing scams

New tools • KeePassXC’s new password tags

ScamWatch • Readers warn readers

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

Huawei coughs up cashback after three-month wait

PCSpecialist helped me upgrade to Windows 111

Record audio content and add to photos • One way to present information on your tree is uploading your own voice message. Chris Paton explains how to…

Your Genealogy Problems Solved

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

How can I convert YouTube videos into MP3s?

Command Prompt • When his internet is patchy, David Ludlow instinctively blames BT, though he uses Windows’ command-line tool to check for other culprits

SOFTWARE WARNING! • Seladox’s dodgy Adobe downloads

WHAT ARE THEY TALKING ABOUT?

Microsoft

PCSpecialist Fusion Master • Gives up the game for Windows

Acer Swift 3 (16in) • No big deal

Apple iPad Air (2022) • Middle class

Realme 9 Pro+ • Snap decision

Powerline standards

Oki B432dn • Sharply worded letters

What’s the best enclosure for my DVD drive?

NexiGo N970P 4K Webcam • Meet with approval

Kensington SD1650P • First port of call

Philips Hue Smart Plug • Light touch

A desk mount laptop arm?

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

Win 1 of 3 Teza 4K Ultra HD webcams

Computeractive 2020 Back Issue CD • ON SALE NOW!

HOW TO… Boost your PC’s speed with a RAM drive

HOW FAST IS A RAM DRIVE?

Check your downloads for malware using Google’s extension

Readers’ Tips

Browser Tips

WORKSHOP • Restore Chrome’s ‘Search Google for image’ option

BEST EXTENSION FOR… • Blocking comments on websites

Phone and Tablet Tips

BEST NEW APPS • What you should install this fortnight

BEST APPS FOR… • Travelling by train

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

Internet Explorer • The once-mighty browser is facing its final click

Don’t Pay For ANTI-VIRUS • It’s now safe to ditch your expensive security software and let Microsoft Defender Antivirus protect your PC. Robert Irvine reveals how it compares with paid-for programs and how to maximise...