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Backing Up Data
Backing up your work very regularly is – or should be – one of the basic tenets of using a computer....
Banking and Finances Online
Online banking is not only convenient, it’s also very secure, as long as you take some basic precautions....
Can you Trust Chat Rooms?
Internet chat rooms have their good points, but you need to be very aware of safety and security issues when using them....
Can You Trust Shopping Online?
Online shopping is a multi-billion pound industry but you still need to watch out for dangers there....
Can you Trust the Information you Find Online?
The Internet is a wonderful, probably the greatest, source for information but that doesn’t mean it’s all correct....
Computers and DVDs
Although it’s not widely discussed, a lot of computers actually have an advantage over TV for watching DVDs....
Contributing to Forums and News Groups
Contributing to Internet forums is a great way to become involved in the community of the Internet....
Creating and Sharing Photo Albums
Creating online photo albums and sharing your pictures is easy but remember to keep backup copies....
Creating Art On Your Computer
One thing the family can do together is create art on the computer, a fun activity that produces quick results....
Creating Music With Your Computer
It’s very easy to make music on your computer, and cheap, and it can be great fun for the family to do together....
Do you Need a Computing Course?
For people not comfortable on the computer, a computer course can be a valuable investment....
Do you Need a PDA?
PDAs and smartphones might look very cool and do a lot, but does the average person really need one?...
Do you Need More Than One Computer?
When might you need a second computer and what should you buy?...
Do you Need to be on a Social Network?
Social networking sites are popular with the young, but do they have anything to offer for family computing?...
Do you Want a Mac Or PC?
When it comes down to it, what are the pros and cons of the PC and the Apple Mac?...
Downloading Movies and Music
Music downloads are the norm these days and you should expect movie downloads to become that way in the near future, too....
Getting the Right Home Computing Equipment
What should you look for when you're choosing a computer for your home - and what's all the fuss about netbooks, anyway?...
How Much Is Too Much Time On The Computer?
How much time kids should spend on computers depends on age – and also on you....
Internet Filters And Internet Safety
What do Internet filters do, and how can they help you and your kids?...
Internet Fraud: 10 Things You Should Know
Internet fraud is very widespread these days, and these are the main types of threats you'll encounter online....
Keeping Spam from your Email Inbox
Spam emails are everywhere, but there are ways to keep them from your inbox....
Kids and Gaming on the Computer
Kids love gaming, kids love computers – but should you impose limits of computer gaming time, and what about safety?...
Maintaining Your Computer
By carrying out regular maintenance on your computer you’ll keep it running smoothly and you can minimise expensive repairs....
Make your Own Video Games
Most people in the family enjoy video games on some level, but a great thing to bring everyone together is making your own video game....
Making a Family Website
These days it’s very easy to build a website, and can prove to be a fun activity for the entire family....
Making a Movie With Your Computer
It’s easy and cheap to turn your home movie, or a film the family makes together, into a professional-looking product using your computer....
Managing your Music Library
Due to inconsistencies with tagging keeping track of your music takes some work, but it’s worth the time to be able to find things easily....
Online Shopping: Frequently Asked Questions
Is online shopping safe? How can your teen shop online? What if you buy the wrong things? These questions and more answered....
Playing Games Online
There’s plenty of fun to be had in the online multiplayer games for computers, but you still need to remember basic safety rules on contact and information....
Saving Yourself from Identity Theft
Identity theft is one of the worst things that can happen to someone, but there are steps you can take to minimise the possibility of it happening....
Scanning for Viruses and Malware
Scanning can take care of any virus and malware problems that might have infected your computer and keep it running sweetly and safely....
Should You Buy A Desktop Or A Laptop?
When it comes to the choice between a desktop or laptop computer, there are a number of factors to consider....
Should your Family Become Bloggers?
If your family is involved in plenty of activities and wants to keep people informed, maybe you should become bloggers....
Taking your Laptop With You
The advent of wireless broadband in many places has made taking your laptop on the road a much easier proposition....
Telecommuting and Work
Telecommuting can be great for both employers and employees, leaving a satisfied workforce and more productive employees....
The Importance Of Firewalls and Antivirus
You need a good firewall and virus protection software. We tell you why and how to use them....
The Joy of Internet Radio
Internet radio is an underreported but wildly popular phenomenon, and one that lets you sample the whole world from your office chair....
Things You Didn't Know About: Social Networking
Social Networking is a big deal these days, but what is it?...
Time Management and a Family Computer: A Case Study
In a busy modern family different people have different computer needs. This case study outlines how one family balance their computer use....
Uploading and Sharing Family Videos
Video-sharing isn’t for everyone, but it’s remarkably easy to do....
Using the Web to Trace Your Family Tree
Tracing your family history is a great activity for the whole family, and you can discover a lot of it on your computer....
Web Surfing For Kids
How do you find the good places on the Internet for kids and how do you stop them straying?...
What About a Wireless Network?
There are many advantages to setting up a wireless network at home, but also some precautions you need to take....
What About Webcams?
Given the ongoing fascination with video calling, it’s surprising that webcams aren’t more popular....
What Basic Software Do you Need?
Computers come with basic software – but is it the best for you and will it do what you need?...
What do you Need in a Printer?
Before going out and buying a printer, consider what your needs are now, and what they may be in the future....
What Does Broadband Really Mean?
When we talk about broadband, we mean high speed Internet access. But what constitutes broadband?...
What is a Botnet and How Does it Affect Me?
If you’re part of a botnet you could be distributing spam and malware without even knowing it....
What is Linux?
So what does Linux do, and can it offer anything to the family computer?...
What is Spyware?
Spyware is insidious and can cause a lot of damage to your computer but anti-spyware software can save you....
What Is Voice Over IP?
Voice over IP is a technological advance that allows you to use your broadband connection, rather than your landline, to talk to others....
What Is Web 2.0?
Web 2.0 is still in its infancy, but even though we may not know exactly what it is, we use it every day....
What you Need to Know About Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying is insidious – but it’s not as anonymous as the bullies might believe it is....
When Should Children Start Using Computers?
When you should start kids on computers depends on a number of things, but do it all gradually....
When Should Kids Be Allowed On Social Networking Sites?
When is a good age for kids to begin using social networking sites, and what information should they be allowed to post?...
When Should Kids be Allowed to Start Instant Messaging?
There’s no real age when you should allow your kids to IM, but there are some general guidelines....
When Your Kids Know More About Computers Than You
Eventually your kids may well know more about computers than you do, so don’t be afraid to learn from them!...
When your Kids Want Their Own Computers
When your kids start clamouring for their own computers, what should you do, and what conditions should you impose?...
Why Would you Want to Watch TV on your Computer?
It’s not there yet, but could we end up watching TV on our computers rather than our TV sets?...