Computeractive

Computeractive is the UK’s best-selling computer magazine and your friendly guide to PCs, gadgets and the web! It includes regular news updates, project ideas, help and advice on popular reader queries, articles on anti-virus software, features on consumer rights, and a whole lot more to help you get the very best out of your computer. Get PC advice in plain English today – get Computeractive!

Computeractive

From the Editor

Amazon shares scam tips as it removes 20,000 sites

Kodi closes forum after member details stolen

Print Screen key no longer takes automatic screenshot

US mulling stronger action against Russian firm Kaspersky

IN BRIEF

TOMORROW’S WORLD

IN BRIEF

THE WORLD’S GONE MAD!

Whole of UK to get even faster 5G by 2030, Government says

All UK radio coming to Amazon and Google smart speakers

Ofcom delays its switching-broadband plan

Amazon closes Book Depository website

IN BRIEF

Was your password sold by hackers on Genesis Market? • Search the database of one of the world’s biggest criminal sites

Scammers asking for WhatsApp code

New tools • uBlock Origin

ScamWatch • Readers warn readers

Letters • Tell us what’s on your mind

What’s the Issue…?

Crackdown on ‘sneaky’ sales tactics will lead to ‘spiteful complaints’

Consumeractive • We stand up for your legal rights

IObit refunds reader after PayPal rejects case

IJT Direct sent new battery for refurbished laptop

Search Royal Air Force lists online • If your ancestors helped the UK’s war efforts in the skies, follow Chris Paton’s advice to…

Your Genealogy Problems Solved

Best Free Software • Robert Irvine recommends new programs that won’t cost you a thing

SHOULD I PAY FOR…? • Choose the right version of software

What should I download? • We advise you which software and apps to use

SOFTWARE WARNING! • Keumars Afifi-Sabet puts the boot into tech villains, jargon-spouting companies and software trying to trick you

WHAT ARE THEY TALKING ABOUT?

NHS Highland

Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 5i • Pole position

MSI Katana 15 • Put a plug in it

Best monitors for under £300 • Don’t put up with a small, cramped screen when you could upgrade to something larger without spending a fortune

Can you suggest a battery backup in case of power cuts? • We solve your buying dilemmas

Asus RT-AX59U • Full stretch

PC cooling system

Trust Trezo Wireless Comfort Keyboard & Mouse Set • Strong, silent type

Sabrent Rocket V30 A2 MicroSDXC Memory Card • Thin and fast

Sonos Era 100 • A sound sequel

A tempered-glass mouse mat?

NEXT ISSUE • On Sale Weds 10 May

Buy It • Our pick of products that have won the Buy It award

Win 1 of 4 Nacon gaming phone controllers

Computeractive 2022 Back Issue CD & USB Stick • Both the CD and Stick contain all 26 issues from 2022

HOW TO… Cut your power consumption using Windows settings

How I save energy

Enhance your pictures with Icecream Photo Editor's new tools

Readers’ Tips • Handy hints and tips from your fellow readers

Browser Tips • Secret settings and the best extensions

WORKSHOP • Watch videos in Firefox’s picture-in-picture mode

BEST EXTENSION FOR… • Earning cashback on purchases

Phone and Tablet Tips • Brilliant things to do on your device

BEST NEW APPS • What you should install this fortnight

BEST APPS FOR… • Decluttering your home

Make Windows Better • Expert tips for every...