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Gmail or Facebook account hacked: how to recover it
Your contacts are getting messages in your name, your password no longer works: a hacked account can be recovered if you act fast and in the right order. The steps to follow for Gmail, Facebook and Instagram.
Read the articlearrow_forwardRefurbished PC: the guide to buying one well
A well-chosen refurbished PC is solid kit for half the price of new. But the word covers the best and the worst: here are the criteria, the grades and the traps so you buy without going wrong.
Read the articlearrow_forwardHow much does a computer repair cost? A price guide
"How much is this going to cost me?" The trade is known for its vague pricing. Here's an honest framework: real ranges per job, the repair-or-replace rule, and how to spot an inflated quote.
Read the articlearrow_forwardWindows blue screen: what to do? Causes and solutions
The blue screen of death is scary, but it's rarely a death sentence. How to read the error code, identify the real cause (driver, RAM, disk, overheating) and fix it in the right order — often without losing anything.
Read the articlearrow_forwardDisk full? Free up 20 GB in 10 min, without breaking anything
Your PC shows "Low disk space" and you're afraid to touch system files. Here's the clean method: the tools to see what's there, the areas to clear safely, and the ones to leave well alone.
Read the articlearrow_forwardWindows 10 end of support: your 4 options in 2026
Microsoft has cut off Windows 10 support. Your PC still works, but without security patches. Here are the 4 concrete options — including the Linux solution no one mentions that saves old PCs.
Read the articlearrow_forwardAdding RAM: is it still worth it in 2026?
"My PC is slow, should I just add some RAM?" Sometimes yes, often no. Here's how to decide properly, without spending for nothing. Plus the case of Macs, where RAM is now soldered on for life.
Read the articlearrow_forwardPasswords: the simple method to never forget one again
You have 3 passwords you use everywhere, with a variation on your date of birth. You know it's not great, but you can't see another way. Here's the simple method — 30 minutes to set up and no more stress.
Read the articlearrow_forwardPaid antivirus in 2026: is it still worth paying? (a pro's view)
Windows Defender has grown up. For 90% of home users, paying for antivirus in 2026 no longer makes sense — and some suites even slow your PC down more than they protect it. Here's how to sort it out.
Read the articlearrow_forwardMacBook overheating: what to do?
In 80% of cases, an overheating MacBook just has clogged fans. Here's how to diagnose the exact cause, and tell whether it's a software issue to fix in 5 minutes or a workshop clean at €80.
Read the articlearrow_forwardBacking up your photos: the method to never lose a thing
There are two kinds of people: those who have already lost their photos, and those who are going to. The 3-2-1 method used by the pros, accessible to everyone, so you never panic again over a breakdown, theft or water damage.
Read the articlearrow_forwardHow to spot a scam email (with examples)
Email scams cost my clients hundreds of pounds every year. Yet 95% of them can be spotted by the same signs. Learn to detect them, see 3 real examples, and know what to do if it's too late.
Read the articlearrow_forwardSlow Wi-Fi around the house: 5 solutions that work
Before changing your router or provider, try these 5 solutions at home. Often free, sometimes in 5 minutes. From basic router repositioning to a Mesh install for large villas, we cover every case.
Read the articlearrow_forwardShould you move your PC to an SSD? Full 2026 guide
The SSD is the most cost-effective upgrade for a slow computer: for €100-150, your PC feels brand new again. But when is it really worth it, and how do you choose the right capacity? A full, jargon-free guide.
Read the articlearrow_forwardMy computer is slow: 7 reasons and how to fix them
Endless start-up, freezes, fans roaring: your computer is crawling and you don't know what to do. Here are the 7 most common causes — each with its fix. Spoiler: in 70% of cases, you don't need a new PC.
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