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  • 19 May 2010

  • How-Tos: How to fix a broken USB port

    My Windows 7 desktop PC has four USB ports, all of which are in use. However, no peripherals are automatically visible in Explorer.

  • How-Tos: How to uninstall trial software

    My Vista laptop came with a 60-day trial of Microsoft Office. I'd like to remove this, since I've never used it and it takes up a lot of disk space. Is there any reason why I shouldn't? I don't have a Windows CD to restore the OS should I mess things up.

  • How-Tos: How to get mobile web on a Linux laptop

    I bought a Dell Inspiron Mini 10v netbook with Ubuntu 8.04 preinstalled. I'd like to use a mobile broadband dongle, such as the Huawei 160 on 3 or Vodafone, but neither supports Linux.

  • 18 May 2010

  • How-Tos: How to switch off your monitor's burn-in mode

    My monitor stays on even after I've switched off the PC, endlessly flashing through the entire spectrum of colours

  • How-Tos: How to solve Windows 7 memory allocation problems

    When browsing the web on my brand-new laptop I get warnings that the memory is running low and that I should close some programs. On Startup a Performance Options window appears. This allocates processor resources to adjust performance for programs or background services. Having already set and applied my changes, I have to go through the same process every time I start up the machine.

  • How-Tos: How to tame a jumpy cursor

    Following bootup or waking the PC from standby, my cursor always highlights the top-left icon onscreen. For example, if I'm in Outlook Express, the cursor will always go to the top of the list.

  • How-Tos: How to print emails in Outlook Express 6.0

    I'm trying to print out messages in Outlook Express 6.0, but it prints only the heading and middle bar. Printing in other applications is fine.

  • 15 May 2010

  • How-Tos: How to set up a home network

    A home network is a must-have in the modern house. However, it's never as simple as merely connecting device A to device B.

  • 14 May 2010

  • How-Tos: How to unzip files without IE interfering

    When I click on a zip file to uncompress it, Internet Explorer launches multiple copies of itself. I have to switch off the PC using the power button to continue.

  • How-Tos: How to get the most out of Windows Services

    While optimising my PC I came across some fascinating bits of software called services. Can I safely disable any that don't sound useful to me, such as Routing and Remote Access?

  • How-Tos: How to get Windows 7 drivers for your motherboard

    I recently built a PC around an Intel Core i7 950 processor, 3GB of RAM and an Asus Rampage II Extreme motherboard. But the motherboard refuses to recognise Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit.

  • How-Tos: How to change the default settings in Office 2010

    I installed the Office 2010 beta from your March cover DVD on two PCs. I find it impossible to change Outlook's default reminder for appointments from 15 minutes.

  • 12 May 2010

  • How-Tos: How to create space on a full hard disk

    I reorganised some files on my Vista Home Basic PC and am now receiving a full-disk warning. The drive has two 67GB partitions. I moved 40GB of files to D, leaving 31GB on C. I unsuccessfully attempted to delete the Winsxs file, which hogs 12GB. I’ve also removed 3GB of programs. But every time I reboot, the capacity used on C is still 31GB.

  • How-Tos: How to use Windows' boot.ini file

    I upgraded my PC with a new CPU and hard drive, copying across the contents of the old drive with the help of a disk-copying utility. When I boot up I now see a screen asking which operating system (OS) I’d like to use, but I have only one installed.

  • 11 May 2010

  • How-Tos: How to secure your network to beat copyright fines

    With the government cracking down on illegal filesharing, PC Advisor explains why securing your wireless network can help you avoid a £500 fine.

  • 01 May 2010

  • How-Tos: How to fix everything: the ultimate guide to fixing technology

    PCs, printers, smartphones, cameras, networks - your stuff will inevitably stop working. Here's how to troubleshoot and fix your most common tech issues.

  • 20 April 2010

  • How-Tos: How to: Time-saving tips for Microsoft Word

    Office 2010 introduces new tools that improve the efficiency of the notoriously bloated productivity suite. Here, we look at time-saving tips for all versions of Office.

  • How-Tos: How to: Speed up your home network

    Learn how to speed up wired and wireless networks, identify and manage bottlenecks and get everything running like clockwork

  • 19 April 2010

  • How-Tos: How to: Mobile remote access

    Being able to access a friend's machine or your work PC from afar can be invaluable for fixing problems or retrieving data. Here, we demonstrate remote access using an iPhone. Sponsored by LogMeIn.

  • How-Tos: How to upgrade a laptop's processor

    I'd like to upgrade my HP laptop's 2.1GHz Intel T8100 dual-core processor so I can use it for games such as Grand Theft Auto IV. Is this feasible, and what are the possible pitfalls?

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