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The Best Free Data Recovery Software for Windows in 2026
Compare the best free data-recovery tools for Windows: PhotoRec, R-Studio, EaseUS, Disk Drill, Recuva, Puran, iCare and Windows File Recovery.
Is It Cheaper to Build a PC Than to Buy One?
Find out whether building your own PC is cheaper than buying a prebuilt computer, depending on your budget and configuration.
Can You Get a Windows Refund on a New PC If You Install Linux?
Find out whether you can get a Windows refund after buying a new PC and installing Linux, including Acer’s procedure and its conditions.
Generic product keys for upgrading to Windows 11: the complete list
Discover the complete list of generic Windows 11 product keys. Official codes to install or upgrade the Pro, Home and Enterprise editions in one click. A practical guide to a successful installation without errors.
How can you find out the screen size of your laptop in inches?
Find out how to measure the diagonal of your screen, convert centimetres to inches and avoid getting the size wrong before you buy.
How can you protect your screen from prying eyes whilst travelling?
Find out how to stop your neighbours from reading your passwords, messages and documents displayed on your PC.
The best privacy filters for laptops in 2026
Protect your data from prying eyes! Check out our comparison of the best privacy filters for laptops.
WSL2 Is Taking Up Too Much Space: How to Shrink the ext4.vhdx File
WSL2 never gives disk space back to Windows. Here is how to compact ext4.vhdx safely and recover the space in five minutes.
The best USB hubs to add USB ports to your PC or Mac in 2026
Running out of ports on your PC or Mac? Discover our selection of the best USB hubs for connecting all your devices, with comparison and buying advice.
The 3 best surge protectors to protect your computer equipment
Which surge protector should you choose? Our top three brings together the best options for protecting a home or professional setup.
Why forking WordPress plugins and themes is legal
Learn why the GPL allows WordPress plugins and themes to be forked, redistributed and modified, and understand the security risks of anonymous distributions.
Can You Game with an iGPU without a Dedicated Graphics Card?
Can you play modern games with an integrated graphics processor? See which games run on an iGPU and how to build a balanced system without a dedicated GPU.