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Computeractive

631
Magazine

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

Ask Google to remove your address and phone number

Free VPN coming to Microsoft Edge

Google’s ‘inclusive’ writing tool called ‘creepy and intrusive’

Choose your own colour in Windows 11 Task Manager

IN BRIEF

TOMORROW’S WORLD

IN BRIEF

THE WORLD’S GONE MAD!

Update now from Windows 10 20H2 as support ends

Lenovo fixes flaw for over 100 laptop models

Fake reviews and subscription traps to be made illegal

Plusnet finally joins Ofcom’s compensation scheme

IN BRIEF

Why are we buying fewer things online? • Sales have fallen sharply this year after hitting record highs in 2021

Fake Windows 11 upgrade sites

New tools • Chrome’s extension badges

Fake ‘council tax rebate’ call

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

Currys scraps laptop after reader doesn’t collect

My screenshot helped EDF speed up refund

Find Northern Ireland’s BMD details • Records held in Belfast can help fill gaps caused by a fire in Dublin. Chris Paton explains how to..

Your Genealogy Problems Solved

DaVinci Resolve 18 • Robert Irvine recommends new programs that won’t cost you a thing

Wise Program Uninstaller 3.0.2

WinfrGUI 1.0

How can I boot multiple operating systems from one USB stick? • We tell you what software & apps to use

Alexa Routines • David Ludlow is so lazy that he even uses Amazon’s Alexa to turn off his fan heater. He’s probably never said thank you either

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

WHAT ARE THEY TALKING ABOUT?

Kieran & Connor Maher

Chillblast Fusion Reaver • Visually appealing

PCSpecialist Fusion Elite • Game for anything

Huawei MateBook 16 • Grand slam

BenQ GW2785TC • Look who’s talking

Webcam field of view

Realme GT 2 • Our new Android favourite

Where can I buy a 360-degree camera like the one on TV?

Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse • Get the upper hand

TerraMaster D4-300 • Driving force

Brother MFC-J1010DW • Check the fax

A laptop with an OLED screen?

On Sale Weds 25 May

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

Win 1 of 3 • Eufy Video Doorbell Duals

HOW TO… Catalogue items in LibreOffice Base

Add tabs to File Explorer

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 MS Office & LibreOffice

Merge two membership spreadsheets • Run a club or society? Here’s how your tech can make it easier

Netflix passwords • Sharing is no longer caring for the world’s biggest streaming service

MASTER YOUR VPN • Boost your VPN’s speed and security by tweaking its hidden settings or switching to a superior alternative. Robert Irvine reveals the best new ways to access anything from anywhere

NEXT ISSUE...


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Frequency: Every other week Pages: 76 Publisher: Future Publishing Ltd Edition: 631

OverDrive Magazine

  • Release date: May 11, 2022

Formats

OverDrive Magazine

subjects

Tech & Gaming

Languages

English

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

Ask Google to remove your address and phone number

Free VPN coming to Microsoft Edge

Google’s ‘inclusive’ writing tool called ‘creepy and intrusive’

Choose your own colour in Windows 11 Task Manager

IN BRIEF

TOMORROW’S WORLD

IN BRIEF

THE WORLD’S GONE MAD!

Update now from Windows 10 20H2 as support ends

Lenovo fixes flaw for over 100 laptop models

Fake reviews and subscription traps to be made illegal

Plusnet finally joins Ofcom’s compensation scheme

IN BRIEF

Why are we buying fewer things online? • Sales have fallen sharply this year after hitting record highs in 2021

Fake Windows 11 upgrade sites

New tools • Chrome’s extension badges

Fake ‘council tax rebate’ call

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

Currys scraps laptop after reader doesn’t collect

My screenshot helped EDF speed up refund

Find Northern Ireland’s BMD details • Records held in Belfast can help fill gaps caused by a fire in Dublin. Chris Paton explains how to..

Your Genealogy Problems Solved

DaVinci Resolve 18 • Robert Irvine recommends new programs that won’t cost you a thing

Wise Program Uninstaller 3.0.2

WinfrGUI 1.0

How can I boot multiple operating systems from one USB stick? • We tell you what software & apps to use

Alexa Routines • David Ludlow is so lazy that he even uses Amazon’s Alexa to turn off his fan heater. He’s probably never said thank you either

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

WHAT ARE THEY TALKING ABOUT?

Kieran & Connor Maher

Chillblast Fusion Reaver • Visually appealing

PCSpecialist Fusion Elite • Game for anything

Huawei MateBook 16 • Grand slam

BenQ GW2785TC • Look who’s talking

Webcam field of view

Realme GT 2 • Our new Android favourite

Where can I buy a 360-degree camera like the one on TV?

Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse • Get the upper hand

TerraMaster D4-300 • Driving force

Brother MFC-J1010DW • Check the fax

A laptop with an OLED screen?

On Sale Weds 25 May

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

Win 1 of 3 • Eufy Video Doorbell Duals

HOW TO… Catalogue items in LibreOffice Base

Add tabs to File Explorer

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 MS Office & LibreOffice

Merge two membership spreadsheets • Run a club or society? Here’s how your tech can make it easier

Netflix passwords • Sharing is no longer caring for the world’s biggest streaming service

MASTER YOUR VPN • Boost your VPN’s speed and security by tweaking its hidden settings or switching to a superior alternative. Robert Irvine reveals the best new ways to access anything from anywhere

NEXT ISSUE...


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