Timesaving Microsoft Outlook tips
Tech Guide Most of us have to use Outlook for our day-to-day organisation and communication, so it's a good idea to learn some of its secrets. Here's a guide to get you started.
PDA prizefight: Palm OS 5 v Windows Mobile 2003
Tech Guide Palm OS is the reigning champ of handheld operating systems, but Windows Mobile 2003 is gaining ground fast. As these two PDA platforms square up to one another, which packs the biggest punch?
When a security feature is no longer secure
Tech Guide One of Microsoft Word's document-protection features has been cracked. But Microsoft hasn't spread the word about it. Here's how to know when your files are vulnerable -- and how to protect them for real.
How to upgrade your PC to Windows XP
Tech Guide If your budget doesn’t stretch to a brand-new PC, why not give your old one a new lease of life by upgrading its OS to Windows XP? Here’s how to go about it.
Welcome to yet another year of viruses
Tech Guide We'll see plenty of email viruses in 2004, despite expectations that these pests would disappear in 2003. Here's why viruses won't go away -- and how to protect yourself.
Digitising your vinyl
Tech Guide A CD copy of a precious vinyl recording is both convenient and durable. If you're looking for a festive-season project, check out our guide to transferring music from analogue LP to digital CD.
Taming Office XP
Tech Guide Microsoft's office suite may be popular, but it's not perfect. Check out our remedies for four of Office XP's most annoying quirks.
Cut Office XP down to size
Tech Guide Office XP has more features and functions than you can shake a stick at. Don't be a victim: build a suite more in line with your needs.
Bury Clippy forever
Tech Guide If you thought Clippy was dead, think again. We'll show you how to make him R.I.P. -- and how to tweak the help system.
Kill the clipboard
Tech Guide Office XP's new clipboard demands your attention. Here's how to keep it in its place.
Protect yourself against hackers
Tech Guide Everyone wants a piece of your PC, from hackers to virus writers. Follow our advice, and stop Office XP from leading them right to you.
Windows XP
Tech Guide Should you be running Microsoft's latest version of Windows, or is it safe to give it a miss? Check out our comprehensive guide.
Windows XP: upgrade or ignore?
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