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  • 07 November 2009

  • How-Tos: How to sync data between your computing devices

    Working on the go means you probably use a number of different devices every day, from a desktop PC, to a laptop and smartphone. However, it can be hard getting the various products to talk to each other. We show you the three easiest ways to sync your computers and mobile devices.

  • 05 November 2009

  • How-Tos: How to: Optimise Windows Media Center for TV

    We're thoroughly impressed with Windows 7, from its sleek interface to its swift operation. We particularly love its Media Center, and show you here how to tune it for TV. If you haven't got the spare cash to buy the new OS, we'll also show you some free or cheap apps that can speed up boot times for Windows XP and Vista.

  • How-Tos: How to: Virtualise Windows XP on a Mac

    Unless you've bought a new PC in the past two years, there's a good chance that you're still running Windows XP - plenty of users are. Microsoft would obviously like you to upgrade to Windows 7, however, and now could be a wise time to make the switch.

  • 04 November 2009

  • Video: Go mobile: How to get online wherever you are

    To stay ahead the modern workforce has to stay connected even when they're far from the office. Here's a run-down of the easiest, and least expensive ways to get online wherever you are.

  • 03 November 2009

  • Video: How Windows 7 benefits IT admins

    Windows 7 and the enterprise. How IT admins can use Windows 7 to improve security for end users.

  • How-Tos: How to: Run a portable web server

    A huge variety of web services and providers are available, ranging from free online site builders to fully configurable virtual servers hosted by an ISP. For a large number of these, you'll be able to log in and create your website fairly easily, so why would you need web server software?

  • Video: How to use Windows 7 to improve network security

    End users are the biggest security risk in any enterprise. Here's how network admins can use Windows 7 to secure their data.

  • 02 November 2009

  • How-Tos: How to change Windows 7 default language

    Of the new features in Windows 7 it's probably among those that has received the least amount of coverage, but for expatriate PC users the ability to switch the language of the operating system represents a major step forward for Windows.

  • 22 October 2009

  • How-Tos: How to optimise Windows 7

    Microsoft's new operating system, Windows 7, offers significant improvement over Vista. But if you want to get the very best performance possible, you should make a few system tweaks to eliminate resource-hogging programs and features.

  • How-Tos: How to upgrade to Windows 7

    Upgrading your OS is can be a tricky process. But by taking the necessary precautions and assembling the right materials you can switch to Windows 7 without gaining any grey hairs.

  • 12 October 2009

  • Video: How green IT can save your business money

    10 ways in which your business can save money and help the environment by creating and implementing a green IT policy.

  • 07 October 2009

  • How-Tos: How to create watercolour effects

    Watercolour is one of the most popular forms of painting – mistakes can be easily corrected and you needn't be particularly precise in your strokes. This somewhat impressionistic medium is ideal for a first foray into digital painting.

  • How-Tos: How to fix a noisy computer

    When we're trying to concentrate, there's nothing more irritating than a noisy, overheating computer. Follow our tips to get a quiet life and save energy in the process.

  • How-Tos: How to use shortcuts in your favourite apps

    Most of us will already be using Ctrl, Alt, Del to access the Windows login screen (or more likely, the Task Manager to end an unresponsive app); while Ctrl, S to save a document and Ctrl, C and Ctrl, V to copy and paste are other common commands. But there are tons of helpful shortcuts that can make creating, navigating and formatting documents a breeze. We'll be your guide.

  • 02 September 2009

  • How-Tos: How to secure your PC for free

    Although you can never eradicate the threat of malware when probing the web's dark recesses, slapping on as many layers of security as possible will make you less of a target. Here, we show you how to pile on the protection for free.

  • 29 August 2009

  • How-Tos: How to rescue a PC, laptop, iPod or monitor

    When it comes to tech, spilling water on your laptop, or any other gadget, becomes a life or death situation. But these unfortunate accidents mean you have to scrap your tech and invest in a new iPod, mobile phone or camera right?

  • 22 August 2009

  • How-Tos: How to Build your own Apple 1

    There's no doubt the Apple 1 is an iconic computer. We decided to re-create this classic machine with the help of an unassembled kit. Find out how we got on.

  • 08 August 2009

  • How-Tos: How to get Windows 7 Professional features for free

    Windows 7 Professional is £70 more expensive that the Home Premium Edition of the OS. To ensure your wallet doesn't take the strain, we show you how to use freeware to get the Windows 7 professional functions.

  • 18 July 2009

  • How-Tos: How to get the right updates to protect your PC

    Some patches are vital; others are a waste of time. Update your PC wisely and stay secure with PC Advisor.

  • 11 July 2009

  • How-Tos: How to: Explaining 8 stupid IT buzzwords

    The computer industry is fond of little more than making up baffling technology buzzwords. So you can tell your paradigm shift from your cloud, and succinctly define Web 3.0, we explain eight of the best/worst.

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