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Smarter with your data: synchronise your life through the cloud

You may already back-up your data to physical drives, but today we're getting smarter by synchronising your documents and files.

Confused by Windows 8's new interface? Here's how to get around

If you're crying for help with Windows 8's new interface, here's a quick primer to help you get around. 3

Windows 8 keyboard shortcuts

If you're planning on upgrading your PC to Windows 8, but you're not forking out for a new touchscreen computer, it's time to learn the keyboard shortcuts. 3

Smarter with your data: back up everything automatically

Backups are essential. If you don't want to lose years of photos, documents and settings, learn how to back up your data automatically. 1

How to build your first PC

While there are plenty of off-the-shelf solutions that you can buy, you'll get the most reward by getting down and dirty and building your own PC. Here's a rundown of what you'll need to do. 7

Smarter with your data: turn Skype into the only phone you'll ever need

Whether you are running an online business or you have family around the world, going digital with your phone line offers great advantages. 1

How to connect to a Windows machine from OS X

Apple supports several ways to establish file-sharing connections with Windows PCs.

Smarter with your data: how to share your digital life around the home

Your data is dull and boring if it's in solitary confinement. Let it come to life by sharing it all around your home.

Upgrading to Windows 8: what you need to know (FAQ)

Making sense of the the Windows 8 upgrade process.

Quick tip: updating laptop AMD hybrid graphics drivers

Got a laptop with AMD discrete graphics, and Intel integrated for saving battery? Vendor isn't providing updated drivers? AMD shrugging and pointing in another direction? Thank goodness for third p... 3