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

Tabs coming to File Explorer, but only in Windows 11 • The top stories in the world of technology

CCleaner uninstalls software without permission, admits Avast

Google removes six fake antivirus apps targeting UK

IN BRIEF

TOMORROW’S WORLD

IN BRIEF

THE WORLD’S GONE MAD!

Internet firms must pay you more for missed appointments

Water pipes to deliver broadband in trial

Authors tell Amazon to end 14-day ebook refunds

Plex now lets you find shows across all TV services

IN BRIEF

Will Ofcom ban above-inflation broadband price rises? • One provider wants to stop its bigger rivals clobbering you every year

Fake OpenOffice search results

New tools • HTTPS on Microsoft Update Catalog

Tesco ‘system error’ scam

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

Lenovo refunds reader after ‘misleading’ dock photo

Fierce collected and fixed my grandson’s PC

Share your research on WikiTree • Sign up to this ambitious online project and you’ll be part of a ‘global family tree’. Chris Paton explains how to…

Your Genealogy Problems Solved

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

WHAT SHOULD I DOWNLOAD? • We tell you what software & apps to use

Synology’s DHCP server • Frustrated by his router’s limitations, David Ludlow turned to his NAS to make his home network easier to use

SOFTWARE WARNING! • Barry Collins puts the boot into tech villains, jargon-spouting companies and software trying to trick you

WHAT ARE THEY TALKING ABOUT?

Google scammer Gavin Dalglish

Wired2Fire Ultima WS Home Office Workstation • Our new favourite

Chillblast Fusion Vanguard • Power station

Dynabook Satellite Pro C50-J-12A • Not the bright choice

Apple iPhone SE (2022) • Classic case

Mouse sensitivity

Elgato Stream Deck Mk.2 • Pushes all the right buttons

Can you recommend a small but powerful phone?

Corsair MP600 Pro LPX • Speed reader

Vissles 84 Keyboard • Type cast

Eufy Video Doorbell Dual • Lord of the rings

A USB-C hub monitor?

On Sale 11 May

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

Humax Aura & Wi-Fi Smart Plug bundles

HOW TO… Install a fingerprint reader for Windows

How I use a fingerprint reader

HOW TO INSTALL ON WINDOWS 11

Install missing drivers and update old ones for free

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

Browser Tips • Secret settings and the best extensions

WORKSHOP • Test Firefox 100 in Firefox 99

BEST EXTENSION FOR… • Applying discount codes

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

BEST NEW APPS • What you should install this fortnight

BEST APPS FOR… • Pet owners

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

Look Around • Apple wants you to see more of...