Computing

News, reviews and advice to help you get the most from your laptop or computer

PlayStation Controllers

A parents' guide to game streaming services, from Google Stadia to PlayStation Now

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Protect your devices from crashes and hacks with a software update
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Struggle to remember logins and create strong passwords? Get a password manager
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Computer failure? Don't panic. Here's what to do when Windows stops working
Secrets of Windows 10
5 secret Windows 10 tricks you need to know about
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What is cached data?
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Is it still safe to use Windows XP?

Windows 10

Secrets of Windows 10
5 secret Windows 10 tricks you need to know about
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8 ways to make Windows 10 easier on the eyes
How to recover deleted files in Windows
How to recover deleted files in Windows
Fix your Windows 10 printer
Having printer problems in Windows 10? We show you how to fix them

Windows 7

Windows 7
How long until Microsoft support for Windows 7 ends?
Windows 7 vs Windows 10
Windows 7 vs Windows 10: How do the operating systems compare?
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Are you struggling with Windows? Why not try a desktop replacement
Keep your Windows Desktop tidy
How to keep your Windows desktop tidy

Laptops

Microsoft reveals new Surface Pro 6 and Surface Laptop 2
Microsoft reveals new Surface Pro 6 and Surface Laptop 2
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10 questions to ask before you buy a new laptop
Setting up second hand laptop
How to set up a second-hand laptop
Boost your laptop battery
How to boost your laptop’s battery

Cloud computing

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What is cloud computing? Find out more about the storage tech
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Back-up and share your photos with BT Cloud on your mobile
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Share your favourite photos with BT Cloud from your PC
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BT Broadband customer? Share your photos with BT Cloud

Security

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Struggle to remember logins and create strong passwords? Get a password manager
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From virus protection to safe passwords: How BT can help you stay safe online
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BT Web Protect: Learn more about BT’s free product to help keep you safe online
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From savvy shopping to strong passwords: 7 tips to avoid identity fraud

Software

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Protect your devices from crashes and hacks with a software update
Google IO
What is Google I/O?
Microsoft Build 2018
What is Microsoft Build?
Microsoft boxes
Everything you ever needed to know about Microsoft

Printing

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Print yourself or go in-store: what's the best way to print your digital photos?
Home printer buying guide
What’s the best printer for use at home? Read our tips and reviews
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3D printing turns engineers’ innovative ideas into reality at the press of a button
World's first 3D printer for gummy sweets to be launched across the UK
Would you eat 3D printed sweets?

PC accessories

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Laptop and PC speakers buying advice: Which speakers are best?
Typing
6 ways to speed up your typing and improve your keyboard skills
USB Sticks
Why you shouldn't ditch that broken USB memory stick just yet
USB Stick
Need to recover files from a broken USB memory stick? Try these solutions

Gaming

PlayStation Controllers
A parents' guide to game streaming services, from Google Stadia to PlayStation Now
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A guide to buying games online through Xbox Game Pass, Nintendo eShop and more
Xbox One X Hero
Xbox One backwards compatibility – everything you need to know
Nintendo Switch in hands
Nintendo Switch: How safe is it for your family?
Tech & Gadgets latest
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Cyberbullying: Your questions answered

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Huawei P Smart 2019: 10 tips to get more from your smartphone

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From virtual doctors’ visits to planning a holiday: 4 ways virtual reality can improve your life

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How to get Netflix on BT TV in 3 easy steps

Photo credit: Pritesh Patel

Five smartphone photographs that will blow your mind

BT Tech & Gadgets
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Driving home for Easter: All the tech to get you home for the holidays

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5 ways to prepare your phone for a weekend away

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Get online away from home with the BT Wi-Fi app

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Huawei P30 Pro: Tips & tricks to unlock the full potential of your new phone

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Going away? How to make sure your smartphone is holiday-ready

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Samsung Galaxy S10 & S10 Plus: Tips and tricks from taking incredible pictures to keeping your data secure

Fitbit Hiking

Trekking with technology: 5 easy ways to go walking in the UK

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From planning a garden to day-to-day care: apps and websites to help your garden flourish

Stay safe online
Three easy steps to fortify your online safety with BT Broadband

Three great tips for staying safe online

Tech & Gadgets videos
Samsung's Galaxy Fold - The 'first of many' foldable devices

Samsung's Galaxy Fold - The 'first of many' foldable devices

Anti-poaching technology to expand globally in bid to save wildlife

Anti-poaching technology to expand globally in bid to save wildlife

'World's biggest plane' in numbers

'World's biggest plane' in numbers

SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket takes off for first commercial flight

SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket takes off for first commercial flight

Samsung launches the Galaxy A80 and A70

Samsung launches the Galaxy A80 and A70

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First image of a black hole revealed