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Windows 10 has been around for almost four years now, and all new PCs and laptops (apart from Chromebooks and Apple products) come pre-loaded with the operating system. Not everyone loves Windows 10 , but you reason for reading this might be because a recent update has brought problems that you want to fix by rolling back. We’ll explain your current options for downgrading Windows 10, and whether or not you can go back to a much older version of Windows such as 7 or 8....

In today’s digital age, where social media platforms have become an integral part of young people’s lives, ensuring their online safety is of paramount importance. TikTok, the popular video-sharing app, has gained immense popularity, especially among teenagers and pre-teens, despite the minimum age requirement being 13. To help parents and guardians maintain a healthy digital environment for their children, TikTok offers a range of parental control features. By enabling these controls, you can gain a measure of control over various aspects of your child’s TikTok account, allowing you to strike a balance between fostering their creativity and ensuring their safety....

You might think you’ll never need to know your Windows product key, and the sticker attached to the bottom of your laptop or the scrap of paper on which you jotted it down may have long since worn away. Perhaps you never knew what it was in the first place. But there are times, such as when reinstalling Windows or upgrading your machine, that you may be asked to enter it....

Chromebooks are usually very reliable, but from time to time you may experience a situation where the laptop is totally unresponsive. If that happens, here are a few things you can do to get things up and running once more. 1. Use Chrome Task Manager If your Chromebook is not entirely frozen, but has become incredibly slow, then there could be an issue with an app using up too much of the CPU and memory resources....

Samsung has officially started rolling out a stable version of One UI 7 , but it hasn’t been smooth sailing. A bug uncovered on the Korean version of the software has resulted in a global pause of the rollout, and it’s not clear when One UI 7 will arrive on the compatible devices that haven’t yet received it. However, you can still download a beta version right now. Here’s everything you need to know about getting One UI 7 on your Samsung Galaxy device....

Sony’s PS5 system software beta program is for dedicated fans that want to get an early look at new features and provide the company with feedback that could have a direct impact on how future software updates are shaped – cool, right? Testing pre-release software is certainly not without risks, but if you’re an unwavering Sony fan that’ll get a kick from going hands-on with new features and functionality before anybody else, the PS5 beta program is for you....

You’ve all seen –and envied–that viral video that gets millions of views seemingly overnight, the one everyone talks about for days. But does getting millions of views on YouTube translate into getting millions of dollars, or even thousands of dollars, in sales? And does adding video to your website or product pages really improve your search engine rankings and make people want to do business with you? To find the answers to these questions, CIO....

Whether you want to improve the quality of your Zoom calls or record your voice for a YouTube video, a podcast or something else, you’ll want to ensure you’re getting the best audio from your microphone. There are various ways to do this, from simple tweaks to your environment all the way up to investing in high-quality equipment. We show you a few easy ways to make your vocals sparkle....

Earlier this year we told you that not only was Facebook continuing its plans to autoplay video on its mobile apps, but that this video would soon be coming with autoplaying sound, with audio fading in and out as you scroll through the news feed. Now it seems the company has finished its trials and the feature is rolling out. Also see: 13 best Facebook tips and tricks . Prevent videos autoplaying sound in Facebook app We’ve just received the Facebook update on our Android phone, and while the setting for ‘videos with sound’ is enabled by default, sound does not actually play as you scroll through the feed until you disable the new mute button that appears at the bottom corner of any videos....

Many people now use a smartphone to navigate instead of a dedicated satnav, and this offers more benefits than having one less device to worry about. Now, with Google Maps’ syncing feature, you can work out your route in comfort before you leave using your laptop or PC’s bigger screen. Then the directions can be quickly and easily sent to your mobile device. Here, we’ll take you through the simple steps that it takes to get everything up and running....

How to transfer contacts from Android to iPhone . Move Android contacts to your new iPhone. (Going the other way? See How to move from iPhone to Android .) If you previously used an Android phone and have switched to an iPhone, one of the first things you will wish to do is transfer contacts from the Android to the iPhone. If you’re trying to find out how to do so, you’ve come to the right place....

If you’ve upgraded your laptop or PC with an SSD , you’re probably wondering what to do with the old hard drive. For little money, you can install it in an external enclosure and use it as an external USB drive. Here’s how. Can an internal drive be used externally? Yes. Hard drive caddies – or enclosures – are effectively SATA-to-USB converters and allow you to turn an internal SATA hard drive into an external one that you can use for storing or backing up files, or to keep a library of videos that you could leave attached to your TV....

Twitter has introduced a new feature where you can decide which people are allowed to respond to your tweets. This doesn’t make your account private, so people will still be able to see what you post, but it will make those unwanted contributions from strangers a thing of the past. We show you how to turn off replies on Twitter. Why should I turn off my Twitter replies? The ability to restrict these mob attacks or curtail voices that are only there to wind you up will be a blessed relief for many....

While TikTok and other platforms offer a credible threat to its crown, Instagram still remains the go-to place for sharing photos and video online. With well over 1 billion users , there’s a huge audience for people to tap into, especially when you consider the likes of Stories and IGTV in addition to regular posting. Instagram is still overwhelmingly mobile-focused, although most of its key features have now made their way onto the desktop website....

The UK gets precious little sunny weather each year, so it’s no surprise that people want to make the most of it. If you’re one of the millions working from home, now seems like the perfect opportunity to take your computer out in the garden for the day. Many laptops aren’t designed for outdoor use though. In direct sunlight, you’ll probably have a hard time making out what’s on the screen, while the device can quickly overheat....

Voice assistants have established themselves as an important way of interacting with our tech. It’s one of the most handy ways of interacting with your smart home appliances all in one place, but it’s great also for much more simple tasks. Ever since they came into our houses, simple unit conversions, calculations, or tasks such as changing the music that’s playing stopped being a hassle and became a fun interaction with an assistant....

Those who already own Pokémon TV can still use it for a while, as the platform’s final closure will occur on Thursday 28 March 2024. For all fans of the pocket monsters, this news is undoubtedly devastating. Still, the adventures of Pokémon can be watched on other services – some shows and films are still available to stream for free. Here’s our official Pokémon watch guide for viewers in the US and UK, so you can keep up with all the adventures of Ash, Liko and more....

Disney Plus is out now in the UK, offering a library of over 500 films, 350 TV shows and 26 original exclusives. If you’re thinking of jumping on the Mouse House hype train, we’ve rounded up the key information to know for getting this streaming platform on your screen at home. Not sure if Disney+ is the right streaming service for you? Check out our ranked list of the best TV streaming services ....

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have recorded an interview with renowned TV presenter, Oprah Winfrey, which is due to air soon. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will discuss their decision to take a step back from the royal family and the harassment that they faced from the British tabloids. The interview will air first in the US on CBS – but if you want to tune in from the UK then we have everything you need to know....

Spitting Image is back for 2020 – poking fun at politics and current affairs with the bizarre (and slightly grotesque) puppet imitations. The show last broadcast in the 90s, so no doubt lots of fans will be keen to see a contemporary spin on the format. However, Spitting Image isn’t available on traditional broadcast telly as it used to be. If you want to tune into the show yourself, we have everything you need to know here....