More Software How-To
- 06 February 2013
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How-Tos: Prevent WinRAR automatically taking control of ISO files
When you download an ISO file you may find that it is compressed into a .RAR file: this allows you to access individual files within an ISO, but may not suit your purposes. Our Helproom Editor explains how to stop WinRAR automatically taking control of ISO files.
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How-Tos: Emulate the BBC Micro on your PC or laptop
Bring the classic BBC Micro back to life on your PC with BeebEm. We show you how
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How-Tos: How to run Linux inside Windows using VirtualBox
Try out Linux on a virtual PC using VirtualBox. There's no messing around with dual booting, or separate hard disks. With virtualisation, you can run Linux like an application within Windows. We show you how to do it.
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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
- 31 January 2013
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How-Tos: How to monitor and manage your PC from any smartphone or tablet
It's 2013, and computing has entered a new age of mobility. If you're still wasting time trudging over to your PCs to perform routine maintenance, check for software updates, and power down every night, you haven't gotten with the program.
- 30 January 2013
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How-Tos: How to improve mouse scrolling in Google Chrome
Google Chrome does a lot of things well, but it's not the greatest when it comes to mouse-wheel scrolling.
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How-Tos: Set up Windows 8 as a home server
If you have multiple PCs in your home or small office, you can save time and look professional by storing your documents and media on one PC and using network sharing to access them across all your computers and devices. This prevents you from having to store duplicate copies of files and reduces confusion when trying to find which PC a file is stored on. Additionally, you only really need to worry about backing up one PC (though for safety's sake you should always back up everything on a regular basis.)
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How-Tos: Mac troubleshooting: What to do when your computer is too slow
It happens to every Mac user sooner or later. The virtual gears inside your computer begin to act as though they're running in a vat of tapioca pudding. No matter what you try to do, your Mac moves at a pace that a snail could run circles around. But before carting your Mac off to an Apple Genius Bar, try these fixes.
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How-Tos: 6 CIOs Share Their Strategic Visions for 2013
If your IT organization doesn't have a clear core strategy, it's easy to get caught up in--and spend too much on--technology trends. Learn about six CIOs' strategies for 2013 and see how they compare to your plans for the rest of the year.
- 29 January 2013
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How-Tos: How to activate Windows 8's File History feature
As I slowly learn my way around Windows 8, I continue to uncover a few features I didn't know existed. (You'd think Microsoft would include a live tile or something that calls out these new features--"Hey, look what we've added!"--but, no.)
- 28 January 2013
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How-Tos: How to install Apache on Linux
An easy step-by-step guide to setting up an Apache Web server on Fedora, CentOS, or Ubuntu
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How-Tos: How to watch BlackBerry 10 launch live
Join us for live coverage of RIM's BlackBerry 10 operating system launch on 30 January.
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How-Tos: How to use IE8 in Windows 8
Windows 8 comes with the Internet Explorer 10 web browser by default. It's a great upgrade to Microsoft's own web-surfing software, but some websites require that you use older versions of IE. Here our Helproom Editor explains how to access websites using Internet Explorer 8, even when you are running Windows 8.
- 24 January 2013
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How-Tos: Transfer photos from laptop to Nexus 7, Nexus 4 and Nexus 10
Google's Nexus Android smartphones and tablets are great devices. And here's our guide on how to transfer photos from a laptop to the Nexus 7, Nexus 4 and Nexus 10.
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How-Tos: Edit messages in Skype after you've sent them
Unlike most other instant-messaging systems, Skype allows you to edit previous messages and even remove them altogether. Our Helproom Editor explains how to edit messages in Skype after you've sent them.
- 23 January 2013
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How-Tos: How to Avoid Online Reputation Management Nightmares
Don't let a few bad reviews or one negative article ruin your reputation with online customers. These three case studies feature companies that faced online reputation challenges, with a look at the results they achieved and the lessons they learned along the way.
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How-Tos: How to run Android apps in Windows
Our Helproom Editor explains how to run Android apps on your Windows PC and laptop.
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How-Tos: How to boot Windows 8 in Safe Mode
Booting into Safe Mode when using Windows 8 is not as simple as with previous versions of Windows - but it is possible. Here's how to boot into Safe Mode in Windows 8.
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How-Tos: How to back up your email
Email is too valuable to lose and you should ensure that it is backed up. We outline the methods involved in backing up your Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo mail and desktop clients including Outlook and Thunderbird.
- 22 January 2013
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How-Tos: Control your TV with your smartphone, tablet
Using your smartphone or tablet to control your Tivo box is easy and offers a lot of flexibility in recording shows and channel surfing.
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