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Protecting Yourself Against Ransomware

The frequency, delivery and scale of ransomware attacks has increased significantly; so what is ransomware how, does it work, and how can you defend against it?

Essential Guide to Buying a Laptop

Buying a suitable laptop can be a daunting task but if you take heed of our helpful laptop buying guide you should be able to make a well informed choice.

Protect Your Devices on Public Wi-Fi

If you want to stay connected, but also want to keep yourself and your device safe, there are a few simple thing you can do to tighten up security without compromising your Internet access.

What is a VPN and Why Do You Need One?

The connection from your computer to the VPN server, via the client, is usually secure to the tune of 256-bit encryption levels, depending on the VPN company who is hosting the service.

Install a Printer in Windows 10

When you connect a printer to your PC or add a new printer to your home network, you can usually start printing right away. If not, here's how to get started.

How To Clear Windows Update Cache

It’s often necessary then, when dealing with an uncooperative update, to clear the update cache and start re-downloading from fresh. Here’s how it’s done.

Installing a Desktop Environment in Kali Linux

Previously you installed Kali Linux on Windows 10 as its own app. Launching it brings up the Kali Linux command prompt and from there you can enter most of the usual Linux command. Now let’s…

Common Computing Misconceptions

We’ve heard everything from ‘cat hair can damage mechanical keyboards’, to ‘optical disks that spin over 45x can fly out of the drive and cut your legs off!’.

Install Kali Linux in Windows 10 – Part 1

Microsoft’s relationship with Linux has been somewhat vague over the years. However, in recent months the Redmond company has found a new love for Linux and is now allowing it to be installed as an…

How to Fix Windows 10 DPI Scaling on 4K Screens

There are a lot of programs that were written before high DPI and 4K screens were commonplace, and as such they haven’t been updated to support or make use of the auto DPI Scaling feature…

How to do a Fresh Start in Windows 10

Refreshing and resetting your Windows 10 PC are two very different things and you should always make sure you know which is the best choice to solve your current problem.

Manage Your Privacy in Windows 10

Being in control of security on your computer is important but almost as important is being able to control your privacy settings. Microsoft recently launched a web-based privacy dashboard tool and this has now become…

Google Chrome Tips and Tricks

Even if you have been using Chrome for a while, there are probably dozens of tricks that you never even knew were possible. Here are a few tips and tricks to get you started.

Security Risks in Windows 10

There are more security risks for your computer than just the common virus. The amount of digital use the average person has over the course of a week has increased significantly in just a few…