Antivirus & Security
Secure Your Home Wi-Fi Network
An unsecured or poorly configured home Wi-Fi network can put every device in your home at risk. These steps take about 10 minutes and make a real difference.
Guides: Security
Practical, tested walkthroughs for everyday tech problems — computers, printers, Wi-Fi, email, browsers, security and phones. Free and kept up to date.
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Remove Fake Antivirus and Scareware
Fake antivirus programmes bombard you with alarming warnings to pressure you into paying for the "full version". Here's how to recognise them and remove them for free.
Antivirus & Security
Turn On Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
Two-factor authentication means a stolen password alone can't get anyone into your accounts. Here's what it is, why it matters, and how to turn it on for your most important accounts.
Antivirus & Security
Check Whether Your Email Was in a Data Breach
Billions of email addresses and passwords have been exposed in data breaches. Here's how to check for free if yours was included — and exactly what to do if it was.
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Shop Online Safely and Spot Fake Stores
Online shopping scams and fake stores have become very convincing. Here's how to check whether a store is legitimate before you hand over your card details.
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Set Up Parental Controls and Family Safety on Windows
Windows and Microsoft's free Family Safety tools make it straightforward to set screen time limits, filter content, and keep an eye on what your children are doing online.
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Back Up Your Files the Simple 3-2-1 Way
The 3-2-1 backup rule is the gold standard for protecting your files — and you can set it up for free using tools already in Windows. Here's how.
Antivirus & Security
Remove an Unwanted Browser Toolbar
Unwanted toolbars clutter your browser, change your search engine, and can track what you do online. Here's how to remove them from Chrome, Edge, and Firefox in a few steps.
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How to Spot and Stop a Fake "Tech Support" Phone Call
Someone calling to say your computer is sending out errors or has a virus is always a scammer. Here's exactly why, how to handle the call, and how to protect elderly relatives.