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Tech Support Members - book an appointment or submit a request

If you're a Which? Tech Support or Which? Computing member, you can request one-to-one technical help

10 July 2024

How to upgrade to Windows 10 for free

Microsoft no longer supports Windows 7, 8, and 8.1, so if you're still using one of these, it's time to upgrade. Our guide will show you how

11 October 2024

What is two-factor authentication and should you use it?

Learn about the different types and which will be best to help protect your data

7 October 2024

How to recycle your laptop

Getting rid of an old computer? Here's how to make sure you recycle it properly

11 October 2024

How to set up a new email account with Gmail

If you're taking the plunge and moving away from your old ISP email, see our step-by-step guide for creating a Gmail account

11 October 2024

How to speed up your PC by adding more Ram

If your computer is slow and struggling to cope, adding more Ram can be an inexpensive way to give it a boost. Here's how to do it in three easy steps

11 October 2024

How to stop letters being deleted while you're typing

If you find that words are vanishing in your word processing software or email inbox, our tech experts have a super-simple solution

11 October 2024

How to use CHKDSK (Check Disk) to repair a hard drive

If your hard drive is playing up on your laptop or desktop PC, see our expert guidance on how to check for errors

11 October 2024

Save your laptop from water damage

Spilled water on your laptop? Follow our steps to minimise the damage

11 October 2024

How to create secure passwords

Follow our advice on how to generate strong, unique passwords to protect your accounts and data

23 April 2024

How to change your Apple ID email address

When it's time to retire an old email address, you need to make sure you update your Apple account to keep your contacts and purchases

26 January 2024

How to factory reset a Windows 10 computer

We explain step by step how to reset your PC while keeping your files and data safe and secure

6 July 2023

How to get the @ and " keys back in the right place on Windows

If the symbols on your keyboard have moved around after an update, follow our simple steps to fix the problem

6 July 2023

How to allow or block programs with the Windows Firewall

If you're not sure whether to allow a program through your firewall, follow our handy guide to help you make the right decision

6 July 2023

How to delete junk files from your Windows PC

If your PC is full of old documents, pictures and downloads that you no longer need, free up some space with our expert guide

6 July 2023

How to fix white lines when printing

Solve this common printer problem in a few easy steps

30 June 2023

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Troubleshooting tips advice guides

Tech Support Members - book an appointment or submit a request

How to upgrade to Windows 10 for free

What is two-factor authentication and should you use it?

How to recycle your laptop

How to set up a new email account with Gmail

How to speed up your PC by adding more Ram

How to stop letters being deleted while you're typing

How to use CHKDSK (Check Disk) to repair a hard drive

Save your laptop from water damage

How to create secure passwords

How to change your Apple ID email address

How to factory reset a Windows 10 computer

How to get the @ and " keys back in the right place on Windows

How to allow or block programs with the Windows Firewall

How to delete junk files from your Windows PC

How to fix white lines when printing

Latest News InWhich?

Cheap vs pricey laptops: how to spend less

Free up space on your computer in less than 10 minutes

12 things every laptop or PC owner should do to keep their data safe

Windows 10 will lose security support in 2025

8 easy ways to speed up a slow PC

How to digitise your photos: 4 ways to bring new life to old memories

I’m the Which? expert on printers: here's the printer and ink I’d buy

How to convert a DVD to an MP4 for free

What happens to your data when you die? Here's how to prepare

The best free software that's completely safe (we've checked)

9 Useful Gmail Features You Need To Try Right Away

Gmail changes are right around the corner – are you affected?

I'm the Which? Tech Editor: here are 6 products I'd never buy

Five ways to save money on student laptops

Microsoft Excel tips and tricks: 20+ useful features you need to try

3 reasons why cheap laptops are better than you think

How you can make Windows 11 easier to use: accessibility tips and tricks

AI told us to buy these 8 products – here's why you should avoid them

Free video-editing software: 4 Microsoft Clipchamp tools you should take a closer look at

How to recover deleted files from your PC or external drive – the easy way

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