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  • 14 May 2010

  • 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.

  • 19 April 2010

  • How-Tos: How to solve email format problems

    When I try to send an email I get the error: ‘Message not sent. Please check all email addresses. Looks like one of them may not be formatted correctly'.

  • 17 April 2010

  • How-Tos: How to surf safely when using public Wi-Fi

    Public Wi-Fi hotspots are brilliant for ensuring you can check your email and surf the web while on the go. However, using public wireless internet can also leave you wide open to attack. We show you the proper precautions you'll need to take to ensure you're not inviting your coffee colleagues to partake in confidential information.

  • How-Tos: How to make your Facebook profile more professional

    Believe it or not, Facebook's more than just a bit of fun. Sure, it's a way to stay in touch with friends, laugh at drunken photos and maybe waste some time playing games. However, there are other applications can add a hint of professionalism to your profile. Here's our four favourite.

  • 16 April 2010

  • How-Tos: How to set Office file-saving preferences

    During the upgrade process from XP to Windows 7 Professional, I have somehow altered my preferences to save Word documents in Notepad format rather than .docx. Documents now open in Notepad automatically and display computer programming language.

  • 13 April 2010

  • How-Tos: How to use an old scanner with no Windows 7 drivers

    QUESTION I'd like to use my seven-year-old Canon CanoScan D1250U2 scanner with my new PC, but its driver isn't compatible with Windows 7 Home Premium 64bit. I can't find any new drivers for this model on Canon's website.

  • 29 March 2010

  • How-Tos: How to fix a faulty monitor

    QUESTION My monitor has developed a fault. The display will work for a short spell, but only if I turn it off and back on again.

  • 23 March 2010

  • How-Tos: How to fix a laptop screen that won't stay on

    The screen on my Toshiba 1800 laptop keeps turning itself off. The only way to get it to come back on is by pushing the small button that tells the laptop when the lid is closed. This can happen 10 times in half an hour. The repair shop wants £70 to fix it - is it worth it?

  • How-Tos: How to transfer accounts from Microsoft Money 2005

    QUESTION I'm still using Microsoft Money 2005, but would like to transfer my accounts to a more substantial package. The trouble is, I can't find any programs compatible with the .mbx file extension.

  • 22 March 2010

  • How-Tos: How to back up speech-recognition files

    QUESTION I'm keen to back up as much data as I can on my Windows 7 PC in case the hard drive dies.

  • 12 March 2010

  • How-Tos: How to fix Windows: troubleshooting apps compared

    These seven handy tools help you diagnose and cure a wide range of Windows ills, and they're all free for download

  • 27 February 2010

  • How-Tos: How to get Google Android 2.1 on Windows phones

    If like me, you're a long-time Windows Mobile user and you're more than a little frustrated with the mobile platform, consider swapping to Google's Android.

  • 06 February 2010

  • How-Tos: How to get cheap deals on Microsoft software

    When it comes to Windows, Office and other Microsoft products, many small businesses are paying over the odds. However, there are plenty of discounts available. We show you where to look.

  • How-Tos: How to get great technical support

    No one likes talking to tech support. Use our tips to help get your problem fixed - and maybe receive a little something extra, as well.

  • 30 January 2010

  • How-Tos: How to make your BlackBerry last longer

    Want to improve your BlackBerry's battery life? Then first you'll need to understand which features and functions drain the power. Here's our seven tips to making your smartphone last longer.

  • 05 December 2009

  • How-Tos: How to: Windows 7 upgrades for businessses

    Microsoft may not have made it easy for Windows XP users to upgrade to the latest OS, Windows 7, but it has provided a number of tools to help you migrate.

  • 21 November 2009

  • How-Tos: How to choose the right version of Windows 7

    Before you pick up a copy of Windows 7, you'll have to decide whether you'll plump for the 64 or 32bit version. We take a look at which version of the OS will best suit you.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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