Latest Desktop PCs How-To

17 May 2013
How-Tos: Get Adobe Flash Player for Windows 8

If you have a Windows 8 then you might want Flash Player to fully appreciate some websites on the internet. Here's how to get Adobe Flash Player for Windows 8.
08 May 2013
How-Tos: How to set up a new PC

We explain step by step how to attach cables to your new PC and monitor
30 April 2013
How-Tos: How to find out your IP address on Windows

Our step by step guide on how to find out your PC or laptop's IP address in Windows.
29 April 2013
How-Tos: How to change your PC name in Windows

A step by step guide on how to rename your Windows PC, laptop or tablet.
25 April 2013
How-Tos: How to wipe a Mac: erase your Mac's hard drive

We explain how to wipe a Mac's hard drive, and then reinstall OS X.
23 April 2013
How-Tos: How to get the Start menu back in Windows 8: install the slick, free Pokki

Pokki is one of the best free replacement start menus for Windows 8 users. Here's how to install and use it.
22 April 2013
How-Tos: How to remove HomeGroup icon from the Windows 8 desktop

If you like to keep your Windows desktop neat and tidy, you may not want the HomeGroup networking icon to be shown on your Windows 8 desktop. Here's how to remove it.
19 April 2013
How-Tos: How to refresh and reset Windows 8: give your PC a free speed boost

If your Windows 8 PC isn't running well you can try the new Refresh feature which cleans up Windows without touching your documents, music, photos and videos. For a proper cleanout and format, you can use the Reset option. Here's how to use Windows 8 Refresh & Reset
17 April 2013
How-Tos: How to use Synergy to control multiple computers with one keyboard and mouse

Instead of buying a KVM, we explain how you can control several computers, even with different operating systems, from one keyboard and mouse using the free Synergy software
15 April 2013
How-Tos: How to delete or remove Windows 8 apps for PC, laptop and tablet

If you're running Windows 8 then you'll have no doubt tried out a few Modern UI apps. Not all of them are worth keeping so here's how to delete Windows 8 apps you don't like.
05 April 2013
How-Tos: Give computer mouse the correct level of accuracy; laser mouse or optical mouse?

Our Helproom Editor explains how to ensure your PC or laptop's mouse has the correct level of accuracy.
How-Tos: How to retrieve VPN settings from an old PC or laptop to make your new PC work for you

Our Helproom Editor explains how to get back all the VPN settings you had on your old PC or laptop.
How-Tos: What monitor cable should I use? Connecting PC to monitor

Our Helproom Editor offers advice to those people who are looking to connect their PC or Mac to a display.
01 April 2013
How-Tos: How to install a new CPU cooler – step by step

If your PC quite literally never fails to make itself heard, you might want to take a look at the usual suspect for persistent fan noise: Your CPU cooler. Here's a detailed, visual guide on how to replace it with something better.
28 February 2013
How-Tos: Problems with PC? Here's how to check your power supply

If your PC or laptop has been behaving erratically, it might be your PC's PSU. This handy tip from PC Advisor reader Andy Scott explains how to check your PC's power supply, and find out what's wrong with your PC.
How-Tos: How to create rescue discs to fix a broken computer

If your PC is infected with malware such as a virus, or won’t boot because Windows files are corrupted, what can you do? We explain how rescue discs can help
27 February 2013
How-Tos: How to add USB 3.0 to a PC

Our Helproom Editor explains how to add a USB 3.0 port to your PC.
How-Tos: Replace PC's fan without having to buy new cooler

Our Helproom Editor explains what to do if a fan in your PC starts making a lot of noise.
07 February 2013
How-Tos: How to stop Windows 8 installing updates automatically

If you're running Windows 8 and you went with the recommended settings automatic updates will be switched on. This can be annoying so here's our guide to stopping Windows 8 installing updates automatically.
06 February 2013
How-Tos: Install Windows 8 on a Virtual PC with VirtualBox

Instead of dual-booting two operating systems, why not try running one in a virtual machine? Mike Bedford explains how to run Windows 8 in Windows 7 using the free VirtualBox virtualisation software

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