Is your PC feeling its age? These upgrades can give it new life

PC sales are down more or less across the board. That’s not necessarily a bad thing (unless you happen to be a PC manufacturer, of course). The truth is that almost any Windows machine sold in the last five years can handle surfing the web, checking email, and even streaming high-resolution video.

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How much RAM does your PC need? Probably less than you think

Random Access Memory, usually shortened to “RAM” or simply “memory,” is one of the most important parts of any computer. But how much do you need? Current new PCs and similar devices range from around the 2GB mark to 16GB or more.

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How can I protect my data if my laptop is stolen?

I’m trying not to get my personal details, er, hijacked if my laptop is stolen. Is there any way I can protect myself, assuming a decent password is no defence? I’m running Windows 7 Pro. Steve

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Malware attack targeting Facebook users affects 10,000 victims in 2 days

A malware attack specifically targeting Facebook users has been uncovered by security researchers, which affected around 10,000 users in just two days. Between 24 and 27 June, thousands of Facebook users received messages from a "friend", claiming to have mentioned them on Facebook.

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How to fix "This app has been blocked for your protection" prompt on Windows 10 PC

How do I run an app that Windows 10 has blocked for my protection? Yes, it is a good thing that Windows 10 has security features like SmartScreen built in, but sometimes they get in the way. You really want to install this app — you know there's nothing wrong with it — but you're locked out.

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