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• 27 June 2012

• Feature: Windows 8 uncovered: a deep dive into Windows 8

  Microsoft executives offer an in-depth look at some of the key features of the upcoming Windows 8 OS. Here's our deep dive into the features of Windows 8.

• 26 June 2012

• Feature: FAQ: Apple iOS 6

  Everything you need to know about Apple's iOS 6 for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.

• 21 June 2012

• Feature: Windows Phone 8 FAQ: What you need to know

  Microsoft has announced Windows Phone 8 so here's everything you need to know about the next generation mobile OS.

• Feature: Top tips for deleting data permanently

  Hitting the Delete key isn't enough: private and personal data can be easily recovered. Here we show you how to destroy files so that no-one can view them.

• 20 June 2012

• Feature: Top tips for recovering deleted files

  We've all done it: accidentally deleted files and immediately realised we needed them. Here are our top tips on how to successfully recover files for free.

• 06 June 2012

• Feature: Ultimate guide to Google services

  There's a lot more to Google than a search engine. With email, online storage and scores of other free services on offer, our guide will reveal some great tools you might be missing out on.

• 04 June 2012

• Feature: New in Windows 8: Charms

  Windows 8 brings an entirely new word to the computing lexicon – Charms. We explain Windows 8 Charms, in pictures.

• 01 June 2012

• Feature: Samsung Galaxy S3 features: top tips and tricks

  Here's a list of 10 features, tips and tricks for the Samsung Galaxy S3 smartphone.

• 31 May 2012

• Feature: Windows 8: snap multi-tasking explained

  New to Windows 8, snap multi-tasking lets you dock one program in a small strip on the side of the screen, while working in another. Here's everything you need to know about snap multi-tasking in Windows 8.

• 28 May 2012

• Feature: New features in Windows 8: Virtual keyboard

  For those who want to use Windows 8 on tablets and touchscreen PCs, Microsoft includes a range of virtual keyboards. Here's a close look at Windows 8's virtual keyboard.

• 23 May 2012

• Feature: Windows 8 on tablet: hands on

  Windows 8 is the first OS that Microsoft has designed with touch control in mind. We see how it measures up on a tablet.

• 17 May 2012

• Feature: Best iPad, iPhone apps for children: Toca Boca

  The Toca Boca games studio knocks out some quality kids apps: beautifully realised, with cool animations and fun puzzles.

• Feature: Windows 8: the ribbon interface in pictures

  The ribbon interface has now made it on to Windows Explorer, allowing quick access to all your tools. We explain the ribbon in Windows 8.

• 26 April 2012

• Feature: Evolution of gaming since the ZX Spectrum

  Computing power is still increasing roughly exponentially. The extra power allows developers to make their games more and more realistic. As we celebrate the ZX Spectrum's 30th birthday, we thought it would be fun to take a look at how PCs and games consoles have progressed from the blocky sprites of the 1980s to the photo-realistic blockbusters we play today.

• 13 April 2012

• Feature: Windows 8: Guide to the Windows Store

  Here's a quick pictorial guide to the Windows 8 app store: the Windows Store.

• 28 March 2012

• Feature: 10 low-cost alternatives to Word, Photoshop and other software juggernauts

  We look at inexpensive (and web-based) alternatives to the big names in word processing, email, photo editing, backup, music organising, remote access, optimisation, file managing, note-taking and presentation software. UPDATED: 28th March 2012

• 27 March 2012

• Feature: Top ten iPad apps

  If you're looking to kit out your iPad with the best apps, but don't know where to start, fear not. Here is our current top ten iPad apps.

• 20 March 2012

• Feature: 10 hidden must know tips for the new iPad

  Apple is renowned for making silky smooth software for the iPhone and iPad in iOS. However, a lot of clever features, or ‘easter eggs’, aren't well publicised, so remain undiscovered by many owners.

• 06 March 2012

• Feature: Top 10 Windows 8 apps: So far

  Here are some of the best Metro-Style Windows 8 apps - optimised for touchscreens, but functional with mouses and keyboards.

• 29 February 2012

• Feature: Best Android apps: Five free puzzle games

  Android Market is a fantastic resource for free games, whether you want to shoot zombies or tend to virtual sheep. But if you want to give your brain a workout, here are our top picks.

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