Tech Help & Tips

Using Rufus to install Windows 11 on a PC without TPM or Secure Boot, worth it long term

Started by Mia86

Replies: 11
Views: 101

Oct 02, 2026, 11:48 AM
by InferenceLoop65

How often are you actually cleaning your headphones?

Started by Shane

Replies: 8
Views: 78

Oct 02, 2026, 11:04 AM
by Cosmos Wrench

Best way to back up an iPhone without iCloud (2026)

Started by NovaPrime

Replies: 19
Views: 157

Oct 02, 2026, 09:26 AM
by CipherMonk37

SSD upgrade or more RAM, which single upgrade actually gives the best real world speed boost for an ageing PC

Started by ObserverEffect68

Replies: 6
Views: 71

Oct 02, 2026, 08:42 AM
by Velvet Connor

Does 'have you tried restarting it' survive the next decade unchanged

Started by Whale

Replies: 5
Views: 103

Oct 01, 2026, 01:17 PM
by UnratedPhil82

How do you sort out a PC that is running hot all the time?

Started by veritas.io

Replies: 23
Views: 131

Oct 01, 2026, 10:09 AM
by LostEdge10

How often do you actually reinstall Windows these days?

Started by Golden Tara

Replies: 12
Views: 96

Oct 01, 2026, 09:34 AM
by ShadowPilot

Best iPad for Note Taking in October 2026

Started by Leo29

Replies: 16
Views: 149

Oct 01, 2026, 08:31 AM
by QuoteMiner36

What's your go to fix when a laptop refuses to wake from sleep

Started by NinaVrina

Replies: 3
Views: 76

Sep 30, 2026, 01:20 PM
by BrayWyatt_WCW

Anyone tried to refill an ink cartridge?

Started by BlueFalcon

Replies: 24
Views: 168

Sep 30, 2026, 10:03 AM
by HiggsField

What's the last thing you bought specifically because it had no smart features at all

Started by Pilgrim

Replies: 7
Views: 70

Sep 29, 2026, 07:35 AM
by MachineSaint22

The most common mistake people make setting up a home Wi-Fi network

Started by DarkEnergy27

Replies: 10
Views: 93

Sep 28, 2026, 08:14 AM
by TheGreatMoney

What is a neural network, explained without any of the math?

Started by BigDogShane10

Replies: 20
Views: 142

Sep 27, 2026, 02:39 PM
by MellowRunner

Are solar panels actually worth it for the UK with rubbish sunlight?

Started by Midnight Georgia

Replies: 35
Views: 236

Sep 27, 2026, 02:07 PM
by Vieira50

Why is my browser using so much RAM?

Started by TheGreatMoney

Replies: 28
Views: 168

Sep 27, 2026, 01:44 PM
by Theo92

Why does my WiFi keep disconnecting randomly?

Started by GameChanger

Replies: 49
Views: 270

Sep 26, 2026, 10:51 PM
by James_80

Best mini PC under $200 for a home server right now, what's actually worth buying

Started by Dylan99

Replies: 10
Views: 100

Sep 25, 2026, 07:16 PM
by Alignment Hollow

5 everyday tech troubleshooting skills worth having by 2027

Started by EventHorizonOctopus

Replies: 5
Views: 58

Sep 24, 2026, 06:59 PM
by NovaPrime68

Best Budget iPads in 2026 (Under £500)

Started by DQ Eric

Replies: 16
Views: 178

Sep 23, 2026, 10:12 PM
by Jordan_68

Does adding more RAM actually make your PC run faster

Started by Cheugy89

Replies: 9
Views: 65

Sep 22, 2026, 04:16 PM
by Keira85

Quick tip, before buying a new router try this one setting first

Started by Outlaw

Replies: 29
Views: 170

Sep 21, 2026, 07:34 AM
by Glenn84

Is it safe to leave my PC on all the time?

Started by Beth3.0

Replies: 39
Views: 249

Sep 19, 2026, 01:47 PM
by WarningPoint49

Is it a bad time to build a PC with current prices

Started by PlanetOftheApes

Replies: 35
Views: 213

Sep 19, 2026, 07:36 AM
by RicFlair04

What tech habit have you built that saves you real time every single day

Started by ThoughtVector

Replies: 7
Views: 115

Sep 18, 2026, 04:55 PM
by Archie91

What's a piece of tech jargon that gets used constantly but most people including you can't actually define precisely

Started by Quiet Depot

Replies: 6
Views: 121

Sep 18, 2026, 11:58 AM
by Wizard72

Restarting it will either fix everything or change absolutely nothing

Started by Batista

Replies: 5
Views: 70

Sep 16, 2026, 09:26 PM
by Protocol

Is it true incognito mode actually keeps you completely anonymous online

Started by Glassy Crow

Replies: 9
Views: 86

Sep 16, 2026, 10:20 AM
by QuantumToken57

Boompod play when charging.

Started by David74

Replies: 16
Views: 150

Sep 15, 2026, 10:38 AM
by Omega16

What is the best troubleshooting question to ask yourself before calling actual tech support

Started by EventHorizon63

Replies: 7
Views: 133

Sep 13, 2026, 04:16 PM
by StoneCold_99

Cloud storage versus local backups, what's your actual honest setup right now

Started by Rapid Ava

Replies: 7
Views: 59

Sep 13, 2026, 04:13 PM
by PowerhouseHobbs_Fan

A VPN can hide where you are in the world. It can't hide who you are once you log in

Started by Debbie96

Replies: 9
Views: 92

Sep 13, 2026, 07:49 AM
by QuoteMiner36

Do you actually read terms of service agreements or just scroll and click accept like everyone else

Started by Router53

Replies: 7
Views: 60

Sep 11, 2026, 09:32 PM
by Storm

Raspberry Pi 5 vs Intel N100 mini PC for a Plex/Jellyfin home server, what's actually the better buy in 2026

Started by Sinead77

Replies: 10
Views: 124

Sep 07, 2026, 06:19 AM
by Klingon

How do you stop Windows hitting 100 percent usage all the time?

Started by codeberg

Replies: 35
Views: 361

Sep 05, 2026, 07:41 PM
by Sinead_47

How to actually speed up a slow Windows PC without spending a penny on new hardware

Started by DecisionNode

Replies: 10
Views: 108

Sep 01, 2026, 05:08 PM
by Perigee Lewis

Best checklist before replacing hardware unnecessarily?

Started by veritas.io

Replies: 25
Views: 223

Aug 30, 2026, 07:25 PM
by WearyScholar

Quick tip, you can speed up a sluggish Windows PC without buying new hardware

Started by Odd Arrow

Replies: 6
Views: 120

Aug 26, 2026, 11:27 AM
by WearyScholar

First things first: the settings you always change immediately on any new device

Started by Brooke_19

Replies: 11
Views: 107

Aug 15, 2026, 06:04 AM
by Molly_62

Case, screen protector, both or neither

Started by TeaAndCode72

Replies: 0
Views: 41

Aug 12, 2026, 09:11 PM
by TeaAndCode72

Turn it off and on again: the fixes that embarrassingly always work, ranked by how much they annoy you

Started by HardyBoy13

Replies: 10
Views: 80

Aug 09, 2026, 12:29 PM
by QuantumToken65

The old device you kept just in case that actually saved you when something newer failed

Started by Harper84

Replies: 10
Views: 141

Aug 01, 2026, 09:05 PM
by Dylan38

Best Free Software Everyone Should Have Installed: The Essential List

Started by Nomad22

Replies: 7
Views: 113

Jul 26, 2026, 12:51 PM
by NeonSpectre

The everyday task you have found a genuinely better way to do than the standard advice

Started by NightHarbour30

Replies: 11
Views: 139

Jul 26, 2026, 07:37 AM
by Kev5

Raspberry Pi Community Builds Sub-£100 Retro Gaming Machines That Run GameCube and Wii Games at Full Speed

Started by HeartbreakKidStuart26

Replies: 7
Views: 109

Jul 26, 2026, 06:06 AM
by Kane93

Old technology you refuse to give up, and the modern replacement that is genuinely worse

Started by Hannah56

Replies: 10
Views: 129

Jul 25, 2026, 02:16 PM
by CR739

Wi-Fi dead zones: the cheap fixes that actually worked before you buy anything expensive

Started by HeartbreakKidCurtis18

Replies: 11
Views: 133

Jul 21, 2026, 04:11 PM
by Holly78

Ask for Tech Help - Monday Thread

Started by Baz

Replies: 8
Views: 145

Jul 21, 2026, 02:50 PM
by Thomas

The five minute fixes that solve 90 percent of tech problems

Started by DistantSequence

Replies: 8
Views: 129

Jul 19, 2026, 12:41 PM
by AlexaBliss

VPN Recommendations: What Are You Actually Using?

Started by Marcus11

Replies: 8
Views: 159

Jul 15, 2026, 03:41 PM
by Dan96

What Tech or Gadget Purchase Have You Made Recently That You Regret

Started by Sienna74

Replies: 8
Views: 121

Jul 12, 2026, 09:24 PM
by NightHarbour30

The repair versus replace question: when do you give up on a device?

Started by GlassyCandle

Replies: 8
Views: 79

Jul 09, 2026, 08:22 AM
by ShawnMichaels99

Are features ruining songs now?

Started by Seb93

Replies: 7
Views: 51

Jul 07, 2026, 08:04 PM
by Arty Leah

Best Apps You Are Using Right Now That Nobody Talks About

Started by Rhys

Replies: 7
Views: 144

Jun 30, 2026, 09:09 PM
by Always_Shane35

What startup manager Windows 11 are people actually happy with long term?

Started by Ridge

Replies: 3
Views: 65

Jun 27, 2026, 10:36 AM
by Odd Arrow

Best AI free tools 2026?

Started by HiggsField29

Replies: 11
Views: 152

Jun 26, 2026, 07:16 PM
by TaxSeason37

How do you actually back up your data in 2026 - the 3-2-1 rule applied

Started by Dave_37

Replies: 6
Views: 175

Jun 22, 2026, 07:47 AM
by ParallelSelf90

How to stop your phone battery degrading so fast - what actually works?

Started by BigDog92

Replies: 6
Views: 117

Jun 22, 2026, 06:32 AM
by QuantumLeap

TIP: The router settings most people have never changed that make a real difference to network reliability - asking for a friend

Started by GlassKnight

Replies: 7
Views: 115

Jun 01, 2026, 08:52 PM
by Craig

My smart home devices stopped working after a router change. What is the fastest way to get everything back online? - good or bad

Started by Finley

Replies: 9
Views: 127

Jun 01, 2026, 02:21 PM
by Wizard

GPU prices May in 2026, is now a reasonable time to buy or should you wait - revisited

Started by Aisha

Replies: 10
Views: 124

Jun 01, 2026, 03:21 AM
by Hollow Coder

What piece of tech surprised you recently - genuine question

Started by SpinState

Replies: 8
Views: 124

May 31, 2026, 08:14 PM
by Louise84

Any JDownloader like programs for Android?

Started by MJF_Fan

Replies: 6
Views: 71

May 29, 2026, 10:29 PM
by Pilgrim

My laptop battery goes from 100 percent to dead in two hours. It used to last six. What is happening and can I fix it

Started by Clever Wrench

Replies: 9
Views: 159

May 29, 2026, 07:27 AM
by Sienna74

TIP: How to dramatically speed up a slow Windows 11 PC without spending anything - the settings most people have never changed

Started by Anchor99

Replies: 9
Views: 152

May 29, 2026, 07:10 AM
by LurkingLegend

Q: My laptop fan is running constantly even when I am not doing anything demanding. What is actually going on

Started by Shane

Replies: 10
Views: 128

May 28, 2026, 08:07 PM
by Wendy5

Amazon launches Alexa Podcasts within its Alexa app, entering the podcast listening market alongside Spotify, Apple, and Google

Started by Finley

Replies: 9
Views: 157

May 28, 2026, 05:55 PM
by Megan34

My SSD is showing as nearly full but I cannot find what is taking up the space

Started by Cheugy89

Replies: 9
Views: 90

May 28, 2026, 03:35 PM
by Leo29

My PC is randomly restarting with no blue screen and no error log. Where do I even start diagnosing this

Started by StringTheory83

Replies: 10
Views: 88

May 28, 2026, 01:44 PM
by Jason99

Tip: Free tools every Windows user should have installed right now - the six that actually matter

Started by DeepPilot

Replies: 9
Views: 124

May 28, 2026, 11:41 AM
by SpinState

My home network keeps dropping devices randomly. Router shows them connected but they have no internet. What is going on

Started by ScarletDaemon

Replies: 10
Views: 108

May 28, 2026, 09:19 AM
by Layla81

What helps most with damp cupboards and small rooms?

Started by Di87

Replies: 4
Views: 60

May 27, 2026, 05:43 PM
by Cheugy

What should I buy for basic hot tub water maintenance?

Started by Coastal Otter

Replies: 4
Views: 65

May 27, 2026, 03:07 PM
by WearyCoder

Which ereader is best for someone who wants fewer distractions?

Started by Sienna74

Replies: 4
Views: 108

May 27, 2026, 02:53 PM
by Maya98

What tech should I buy before a long flight?

Started by Tara_66

Replies: 4
Views: 142

May 27, 2026, 02:39 PM
by Scholar29

TIP: How to make your WiFi significantly faster and more reliable without buying new hardware

Started by Glenn

Replies: 9
Views: 80

May 27, 2026, 12:01 PM
by FairDos72

What BBQ gadget helps avoid overcooked meat?

Started by Odd Maverick

Replies: 4
Views: 119

May 26, 2026, 06:51 PM
by Mike80

Is it worth upgrading from 16GB to 32GB RAM for gaming and general use in 2026 or is 16GB still enough

Started by QuantumLeap

Replies: 9
Views: 90

May 26, 2026, 03:13 PM
by Cole_25

SSD vs HDD in 2026 - which should you actually buy and does it still depend on what you are using it for

Started by WaveFunction

Replies: 9
Views: 150

May 26, 2026, 01:23 PM
by Totally

My computer fans are running at full speed all the time even when idle. How do I fix it and is it a hardware or software problem

Started by Violet Caitlin

Replies: 9
Views: 74

May 26, 2026, 07:25 AM
by Nina26

What outdoor storage works for bikes or bigger garden gear?

Started by Brittle Ronan

Replies: 4
Views: 111

May 24, 2026, 06:30 PM
by Cass82

What power bank should I buy for travel and laptop charging?

Started by Pixel Jay

Replies: 5
Views: 111

May 24, 2026, 04:08 AM
by Marcus11

How can ordinary people spot better online scams?

Started by QuantumToken98

Replies: 1
Views: 79

May 22, 2026, 08:57 PM
by IronFist66

What is the actual difference between PCIe 4.0 and PCIe 5.0 NVMe and should you pay the premium

Started by Jarvis

Replies: 7
Views: 96

May 22, 2026, 07:14 AM
by Scholar29

TIP: How to secure your online accounts properly in 2026 - the minimum you should be doing that most people are not

Started by Ellie22

Replies: 9
Views: 141

May 22, 2026, 07:09 AM
by Sinead_47

My mechanical keyboard is double-registering keystrokes on certain keys. Is this fixable or do I need new switches

Started by RayOfLight

Replies: 9
Views: 234

May 22, 2026, 06:39 AM
by HeartbreakKidStinger64

Beginner's guide to the best free iOS apps in May 2026: what to download first and why

Started by EventHorizon25

Replies: 11
Views: 82

May 21, 2026, 09:04 AM
by Oscar_57

Does a better mouse really improve productivity?

Started by GlassKnight

Replies: 6
Views: 107

May 18, 2026, 05:39 PM
by MickFoley00

Any Translating earbuds?

Started by Maya98

Replies: 0
Views: 83

May 18, 2026, 12:59 PM
by Maya98

Are expensive NAS systems finally worth it for AI model storage and media archives?

Started by Skibidi98

Replies: 2
Views: 47

May 13, 2026, 08:15 PM
by MayanHan

Are premium mechanical keyboards and ergonomic desks actually productivity investments?

Started by Upsilon

Replies: 4
Views: 115

May 13, 2026, 04:15 PM
by DecentBloke

What is a good non electric dehumidifier for a caravan or shed?

Started by IronFist66

Replies: 4
Views: 81

May 13, 2026, 02:27 PM
by RomanReigns02

What is the best simple tech gift under the smart home category?

Started by NeutrinoX74

Replies: 4
Views: 115

May 13, 2026, 02:03 PM
by Andy89

What is a good gadget gift for someone who reads every night?

Started by MondayMoan51

Replies: 4
Views: 52

May 13, 2026, 01:42 PM
by QubitZero

What is the easiest way to make an old TV feel faster?

Started by Totally

Replies: 4
Views: 55

May 13, 2026, 12:48 PM
by StringTheory83

Which is better SanDisk vs Samsung SD cards?

Started by IronFist56

Replies: 5
Views: 107

May 12, 2026, 07:56 AM
by CMPunk_Fan

Machine Learning Engineering Books That Still Matter in 2026

Started by IronQuarry48

Replies: 4
Views: 88

May 01, 2026, 01:06 PM
by NovaPrime68

Best SD card for 4K video recording on cameras?

Started by StringTheory51

Replies: 4
Views: 85

Apr 27, 2026, 04:29 PM
by HiggsField29

USB C hubs that actually help with SD cards ethernet and external drives

Started by GreenEcho

Replies: 4
Views: 116

Apr 27, 2026, 03:08 PM
by Seb51

Just picked up a Fitbit Inspire 3 - do iOS widgets exist?

Started by Ria99

Replies: 6
Views: 143

Apr 24, 2026, 12:36 PM
by BiscuitTin