Today Desktop’s are Faster, Cheaper than Ever
Computers were once the stuff of science fiction. Old, grainy black and white films showed them as portents of technology, with large and complex consoles and all sorts of bright dials and knobs. The first computers were indeed large, having areas as big as a football ... Continue Reading →
How to Maintain Your Laptop: Care Tips That Make It Last
This article was published in 2011 and updated in October 2026.
Laptops are portable, powerful and — for many people — their only computer. But the same portability that makes them so useful also makes them easier to damage than a desktop PC: they get carried ... Continue Reading →
7 Useful Computer Tricks for Windows 10 and 11
This article was published in 2011 and updated in October 2026.
A few clever tricks can make working with your computer faster, easier and safer. The tips we shared in 2011 were written for Windows XP — today most of them work differently or are no longer needed. ... Continue Reading →
3 Essential Ways to Increase Your Computer’s Efficiency
This article was published in 2011 and updated in October 2026.
Your computer is one of the most important tools you own — for work, study, banking, communication and entertainment. Even the most powerful PC slows down over time if it isn’t looked after. ... Continue Reading →
8 Ways to Improve Your Internet Connection Speed
This article was published in 2011 and updated in October 2026.
Slow internet is frustrating, but the cause is often closer to home than you think. Before you call your provider or pay for a faster plan, try these practical ways to improve your internet connection ... Continue Reading →
Viruses, Worms and Trojans: What’s the Difference?
This article was published in 2011 and updated in October 2026.
Ask computer users what they fear most, and “viruses” is still one of the top answers. But “virus” has become a catch-all term for any kind of malicious software, or malware. ... Continue Reading →
How to Make Your Hard Drive or SSD Last Longer
This article was published in 2011 and updated in October 2026.
Your computer’s drive stores everything — your operating system, programs, photos and documents. Whether it’s a traditional hard disk drive (HDD) with spinning platters or a modern solid-state ... Continue Reading →
7 Harmless Computer Pranks for Windows 10 and 11
This article was published in 2011 and updated in October 2026.
Looking for a harmless way to surprise a friend or colleague? These seven classic computer pranks need no special software, cause no damage and are easy to undo. We’ve updated them for Windows ... Continue Reading →
Buying a new Computer ? eCycle the old one
Out with the Old Computer, In with the New…But You Still Have a Little Bit More to do…
So, you’re buying a new computer.
You’ve done your research, considered your needs for memory and processing speed, prepared the files for transfer and played with ... Continue Reading →
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