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Tablet computing on the go
24 August 2010
2010 is the year of the tablet PC, but what are the best ways to put them to good use? Well, if you’re out and about, a tablet is the perfect boredom-zapping companion. A games console, a music...
Killer combo – Camcorder and netbook
02 September 2010
These days you don't need masses of kit to dazzle the world with your home movies – all you need is the winning combination of a simple camcorder and an ultra-portable netbook. You can then shoot,...
Killer combo - Netbooks and mobile phones
24 August 2010
Add the power of a netbook to the flexibility of a mobile phone and you’ve got a killer connected combo. Suddenly enjoying media and connecting with friends on the move becomes easier than ever....
Killer combo – Digital SLR and laptop
02 September 2010
Today’s top photographers spend as much time behind their laptops as they do behind the camera. Their DSLRs might capture a perfect moment, but it’s their computers that turn raw data into a perfect...
NAS explained - the superior storage option
02 September 2010
In this day and age where we are all using so much more media content having a hard drive that both stores and protects your precious files is essential. NAS (Network Attached Storage) drives can...
TV, mobile and laptop – three screens one vision
24 June 2010
Not much more than a hundred years ago, people needed to be in the same room to talk to each other. This changed with the advent of the telephone, and soon people were could speak to each other...
The connected home
24 June 2010
The boundaries between, TV, PC, mobile and every other gadget in your home are slowly blurring. With the arrival of superfast Internet and wireless technology, we're entering a new age, the era of...
The importance of backing up your data
29 April 2010
If there's one tip that every computer user should follow, it's to backup all the personal information and data stored on your PC or Mac. Imagine if your computer was to break and you lost all your...
Wireless networking guide
29 April 2010
Wireless networking is all about convenience and efficiency, not to mention tidiness. Getting rid of all those cables in your home and setting up a system that links your computer to your smartphone...
A guide to eBook readers
28 April 2010
In recent times devices like the Apple iPod, iPod touch and Sony PSP have changed the way we listen to music, watch films and play games on the move. Books had escaped any technological makeover...
Internet security myths
24 August 2010
With so much of our personal information online or stored on our home computers there's never been a time when home computer security has been so important. Yet many people still seem to believe...
What type of computer is right for me?
29 April 2010
Even for the most tech savvy individuals, buying a new computer can be a daunting task. The key to finding the right computer is figuring out how you're going to use it, which tasks you want it to do...
What makes a good entertainment PC
29 April 2010
It's not only large, widescreen LED TVs that can give you a great movie experience. Some laptops and desktops are great for watching the latest films, listening to music, storing all your favourite...
Choosing a computer for the family
08 March 2010
Family computers need to have multiple abilities so your children can do their homework, you can catch up on work and have space to store all of your precious family photos. It needs to be a computer...
Computing on the move
29 April 2010
If you are likely to use your computer whilst on the move, you'll want portability, battery life and connectivity. Laptops and netbooks offer a great solution for those of you that want to work on...
Computers for students
29 April 2010
Finding the right computer for your studies is never easy. The computer needs to be able to handle a heavy workload, be comfortable to sit at for hours at a time, portable and able to connect to the...
Small business and home office
29 April 2010
Setting up a home office is all about planning. Maximising the space you have and choosing the right equipment can help keep costs low, help you work more productively, and most importantly, make...
eBook Readers - the gadget that everyone's talking about
26 March 2010
At January’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, electronic book-reading devices, also known as eBook Readers and eReaders, were the gadget everyone was talking...
Keeping your children safe online
24 August 2010
The internet is an excellent resource and no doubt your children want to use it or are already using it to chat to their friends or do some research for their homework. As parents you want to ensure...
Desktops PCs evolve
24 August 2010
The desktop PC is evolving, bringing with it innovative technology and faster components in a host of different guises. The result of this change is a better breed of options for every type of user -...
How tablet PCs will change your world
24 August 2010
Tablet PCs have been around for a little while now, but we’ve seen major advances recently with the introduction of multi-touch technology, slimmer and smaller designs, plus an increasing rivalry...
Laptop PCs evolve - the best new PC tech for 2010
24 August 2010
Laptop PC tech continues to evolve at a blistering rate, sparking slimmer and lighter notebooks that increasingly deliver greater performance and marathon battery life. Here we look at the latest...
Choosing the right broadband connection for you
24 August 2010
The internet has changed our lives forever - we can now work, shop, socialise and be entertained without leaving our laptops or PCs. The biggest force driving this movement, apart from affordable...
Gaming PC basics - fuss free guide to creating a killer rig
24 August 2010
Playing games on your desktop PC can give you an even more satisfying and involving experience than dedicated games consoles. A dedicated PC gaming rig lets you fine tune the hardware to suit your...
Moving to Mac – 10 things you need to know
24 August 2010
More people than ever are switching from Windows PCs to Macs – no longer are Macs simply the niche staple of graphic designers and a few computing purists. Not only do Apple Mac machines look...
Home photo printing – from basic to “Cor blimey!”
24 August 2010
The explosion in digital photography means that nearly every household has a digital camera – and while they’re great to capture and store our images digitally, there’s still something wonderful...
Sling Media – powering-up your TV content
24 August 2010
Television viewing is evolving. Enjoying your favourite shows no longer means being shackled to the sitting room – now your TV, PC and mobile phone can all join the party in delivering you top TV...
Essential surround sound gaming kit - hear them coming
12 May 2010
It's easy to get obsessed with graphics, but if you're looking for a truly immersive gaming experience, sound is just as vital as visuals. Whether it's just a pair of great headphones or a full-blown...
Beginner's guide to tethering
24 August 2010
Do you have a brand new mobile phone with a speedy internet connection? Chances are you’re not making the most of your mobile data allowance every month – so why not spread your wings and share your...
Gaming PC guide – how to create a pro gaming rig
24 August 2010
It’s easy with the right know-how to put together a PC capable of running games, but you’ll have to choose your components a lot more carefully if you want to be able to play the latest, most...
Let’s Get Digital!
24 August 2010
Do you have a wealth of old pictures stashed in the attic or your favourite vinyl tucked away in an inaccessible store, long since forgotten? If so why not make them more accessible by getting them...
Running slow - Hassle - free upgrades and tips to boost your PC
24 August 2010
Once you’ve had your PC for a while you may notice that it’s taking longer to carry out daily tasks, especially if you’re running more demanding applications or multi-tasking. Thankfully there are...
Creating a simple wireless home media network
24 August 2010
Anyone with a broadband connection in their home will be used to the idea of a wireless network allowing you to access the internet from anywhere in your home. But how do you get this working harder...
Apple iPad
09 July 2010
Introducing iPad. It's the best way to experience the web, email, photos and video. All on a big, beautiful Multi-Touch screen. With just the touch of a finger....
An introduction to tablet computing
18 June 2010
The tablet computer has risen from practical obscurity to be this year’s must-have gadget of choice. But what can tablet computers offer us? What benefits does it bring to portable computing? And...
Head in the clouds – a beginner’s guide to cloud computing
24 August 2010
Believe it or not most of your next PC’s processing work may be done in Croydon, California or Calcutta rather than within its own shell – cloud computing is new technology that allows everyday...
Secrets of Windows 7
24 August 2010
Windows 7 is the smoothest, shiniest operating system that Microsoft has ever released - and there are plenty of hidden features that are a delight to unlock. Read on to discover easy ways to make...
Office 2010 - the headlines
26 August 2010
Microsoft’s all-new Office 2010 software suite is about far more than just spreadsheets and presentations. With web functionality, social networking and imaging tools, it’s a one-stop shop for...
Pen & touch tablets explained
02 September 2010
Even though a computer mouse has traditionally been prefered for browsing the web and clicking on folders, it is fair to say that these days a pen offers the same functionality plus a whole lot more....
Tablet Computers - the top at-home uses
02 September 2010
Tablet computing has arrived with style onto the gadget scene, but the question on everyone’s lips seems to be “Yes, but what do I actually use it for?” As a user-friendly halfway house between...
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FAQs
26 May 2010
Want more advice and information about your favourite gadgets, products and services? Delve deeper and check out our FAQs to help you get the most out of your...
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Glossary
24 May 2010
Computing Glossary - Need help in understanding some of the things we’ve talked about in our articles or that you might have read elsewhere? See our glossary...
