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How to change default programs in Windows 8

Windows 8 chooses its default players to run your music and video but what if you want different programs to open your files? Here's how. Read more

12 July 2012 by John Thompson

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How to log in directly to the classic desktop in Windows 8

If you'd rather be taken to the traditional desktop interface upon booting up Windows 8, not the new Start screen, follow this handy tip. Read more

11 July 2012 by John Thompson

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How to personalise Windows 8

You can make your Windows 8 PC look unique -- not just with live tiles, but with colours, background patterns and lock-screen wallpapers. Read more

29 January 2013 by David Gilson

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How to manage your contacts and photos in Windows 8

Getting to grips with Windows 8? Here's how to get the People and Photos apps grabbing your friends' pics and info from all your services. Read more

6 June 2012 by David Nield

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Windows 8 review

Windows 8 is a forward-thinking and bold statement for the future of PCs from Microsoft, with vast security and speed improvements. Read more

17 August 2012 by Nik Rawlinson

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Apple OS X 10.7 Lion review

Lion is Apple's most significant update to Mac OS X for years. Taking its cue from the iPhone and iPad, navigation now uses slick gestures. It's stable, feature-packed and nothing short of a bargain. Read more

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20 July 2011 by Nik Rawlinson

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How to install Windows 8 alongside your normal OS

Try Windows 8 alongside your regular OS on both PC and Mac by downloading Oracle's free VirtualBox software and following our instructions. Read more

3 October 2011 by Nik Rawlinson

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How to use OS X Lion Versions

Ever overwritten a crucial document with something inane? Us too. But fear no more -- Mac Lion's Versions feature lets you step back in time through a document's various incarnations. Read more

22 July 2011 by Nik Rawlinson

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Ten essential OS X Lion tips

Not all the tweaks in Apple's Mac Lion operating system are everyone's cup of tea. Here's how to reverse some of the new features that might get your goat, among other tips. Watch video

26 July 2011 by Nik Rawlinson

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How to use OS X Lion AirDrop

Mac Lion's AirDrop feature lets you wirelessly share files between compatible Macs with no configuration or set-up required. Here's how to use it. Read more

27 July 2011 by Nik Rawlinson