Articles by: Nick Peers

Best gaming Linux distros in 2022

By Shashank Sharma, Nick Peers, Mayank Sharma last updated 12 August 22

Updated To make it simple and easy to play PC games on your Linux PC or laptop, we feature the best Linux distros for gaming.

Best lightweight Linux distros of 2022

By Shashank Sharma, Nick Peers, Alex Cox, Mayank Sharma last updated 26 July 22

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Updated We feature the best lightweight Linux distros, to make it simple and easy to run Linux on older and resource strapped machines.

Best Ubuntu apps of 2022

By Nick Peers, Mayank Sharma last updated 25 August 22

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Updated We feature the best Ubuntu apps to make it simple and easy to use your Ubuntu Linux install for almost everything you might need.

Best Raspberry Pi distros in 2022

By Shashank Sharma, Nick Peers, Mayank Sharma last updated 12 August 22

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Updated We feature the best Raspberry Pi distros out there, including specialty options for retro gaming fans and HTPC enthusiasts.

How do I connect my laptop to my TV?

By Nick Peers published 29 June 21

Updated Use your TV to mirror or stream content from your laptop, phone or tablet.

How to create your own database on Linux

By Nick Peers published 6 March 21

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Use Symphytum to create simple databases without much effort.

How to live stream from your Linux desktop

By Nick Peers published 6 March 21

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Learn how to use OBS Studio to do multi-screen live streams on Linux.

How to choose the best Linux distro for your laptop

By PC Plus, Nick Peers, Nate Drake published 11 June 19

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Updated Linux is an ideal solution for notebook users – providing you pick the right distro.

How to reinstall Windows 10

By Nick Peers last updated 1 April 22

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Has your PC started behaving strangely or sluggishly? Read on to discover your options to reinstall Windows 10 and get it running at its best

How to back up your emails with KLS Mail Backup

By Nick Peers published 31 March 17

World Backup Day Create easily recoverable backups of your email and browser settings with the help of KLS Mail Backup.

How to turn an old Mac into a server with macOS Server

By Nick Peers published 17 March 17

Reuse a spare Mac for networked backups and to speed up icloud Drive.

How to make virtual machines run faster in macOS

By Nick Peers published 20 February 17

Get better app performance and smoother gameplay in Windows virtual machines on a Mac.

How to use a Raspberry Pi with the Internet of Things

By Nick Peers published 9 February 17

Are you looking to integrate your Raspberry Pi into your smart home? We show you how to get started.

How to recover files in Windows 10 with File History

By Nick Peers published 3 February 17

Deleted an important file? File History in Windows 10 can help restore what you’ve lost.

How to organise your photos with Adobe Bridge CC

By Nick Peers published 1 February 17

Bring order to your chaotic photo collection with Adobe’s free image-cataloguing tool, Bridge

How to set up a network printer in Windows

By Nick Peers published 7 January 17

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It’s easy to get confused with installing a wireless printer – our guide will show you how to avoid the pitfalls and get it up and running.

How to reclaim ownership of your PC

By Nick Peers published 20 December 16

Discover how easy it is to take back control of Windows, even on a shared PC.

How to turn an old smartphone into a security camera

By Nick Peers published 27 October 16

Give your old iPhone a new purpose in your smart home with Manything.

How to get more from your tablet with Windows 10 Anniversary Edition

By Nick Peers published 8 October 16

We show you how to take full advantage of tablet-friendly changes in the Anniversary Edition.

How to recycle and reuse an old hard drive

By Nick Peers published 6 October 16

Discover how to retrieve a disk and its data from a malfunctioning drive, and recycle your old hard drive.

How to use the improved Action Center in Windows 10 Anniversary update

How to use Windows 10 Anniversary update's improved Action Center

By Nick Peers published 19 September 16

Discover how to take advantage of the Action Center's improved notifications system in Windows 10 Anniversary update.

How to use Windows 10's Action Center

By Nick Peers published 19 September 16

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Updated Windows 10's new Action Centre puts notifications at your fingertips – here's how it works.

How to control your smart home with IFTTT

By Nick Peers published 20 August 16

Get non-communicative smart home devices working with each other.

How to use Windows Update in Windows 10

By Nick Peers published 29 July 16

Discover how to tame the worst excesses of Windows Update and regain control of your PC.

How to fix Windows 10 privacy issues

By Nick Peers published 8 June 16

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Updated Worried about how much snooping Windows 10 is doing? We show you how to quickly tighten your privacy.