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System Restore is one the most useful features of Windows. As part of Windows System Protection, it can resurrect a PC that’s stopped working, by returning it to a state when it was known to be working. These states are known as system restore points and can be created automatically during software installations or configuration changes, or manually by the user at any time. Also see: How to use System Restore to fix a Windows 8 PC or laptop However, these system restore points can contain a lot of data that could eventually start to fill up your system drive – especially if you have a lower capacity drive such as an SSD....

Many laptops have two graphics cards, one built-into the processor itself and a second, so-called discrete GPU usually made by nVidia or AMD. Sometimes you’ll have a problem when you update the graphics drivers and end up with a blank screen even though Windows seems to be booting up and working fine. Here’s how to disable graphics or switch graphics cards without a screen to help you. Quick fixes for a blank screen Before doing anything else, try these to see if they cure your problem:...

Have a look at our guide on how to protect yourself online. The ‘Your connection is not private’ error appears typically because there is an issue with the SSL connection, or your browser is struggling to verify a specific SSL certificate. SSL is a method used to encrypt data as it moves back and forth between your computer and the server you’re connecting to. Luckily the steps to fix this issue aren’t too hard to complete and we’ll take you through them now so we can resolve this issue....

However, that all changed with the release of Office 365 (now Microsoft 365). This subscription gets you Word, Excel, Powerpoint and many other services, all for a single monthly cost. New features are added to these apps all the time, despite Microsoft continuing to make standalone versions. Microsoft 365 is undeniably good value if you use multiple Office apps each month, but it could be harder to justify if you just use Word occasionally....

Here, we’re focusing on recording video rather than streaming something live, but if you do want to do that you’ll need to have a verified YouTube with at least 100 subscribers. The first time you tap the video camera icon at the top of the app you’ll be asked to grant permissions, verify your channel and only then will you see a ‘Go Live’ option. What do I need to record a YouTube video?...

The Documents feature should now be available to all WhatsApp users, and the most recent update for Android and iPhone (rolling out now) lets you share files other than simple PDFs. You can update WhatsApp on an Android phone by launching Google Play and clicking the three horizontal lines icon at the top left of the page, then choosing My apps & games and checking to see whether a WhatsApp update is available....

Send an Audible Gift Membership The easiest way to send an Audible book to a friend is to simply to buy them a Gift Membership. There are a few plans to choose from depending on how long you want to offer access to the service: You can view all of these gift options on the Audible website here. The recipient receives one credit per month which he or she can put towards a book....

There are lots of online services that let you switch, but the Voltz app (available on the App Store and Google Play) is arguably easier to use on a smartphone and also keeps you up to date with the best deals so you can ensure you’re always on the best tariff. It uses your real usage, rather than estimating, which means you can be more confident that you’ll actually save money....

A screenshot is a capture of exactly what’s on the screen at that moment: it works in any app and the image goes into your camera roll and can be edited and shared, just like any photo. Some people call them screengrabs or a screen capture (although the latter is usually associated with recording video of your iPad’s screen). What buttons do I press to take a screenshot on an iPad?...

This could be handy if you have sensitive information that you don’t want anyone else to access, or a simple way to keep your kids from jumping on the computer when you go and make a coffee. How can I enable dynamic lock? You’ll need a Windows 10 machine with Bluetooth (which rules out most PCs) and a phone. You’ll also need to update Windows 10 to get the Creators Update (version 1703) if you haven’t already....

How to use Kodi: How to use Kodi for video Kodi is great for providing a way to enjoy your favourite movies and TV shows in one place, in a simple-to-use manner. There are two ways to enjoy videos, though; playback locally stored video files, or use add-ons to browse the Internet for videos to watch. To use Kodi to watch videos stored on the hard disk of your machine, follow these steps:...

When and where is it run? The King George VI Chase takes place at Kempton Park on Boxing Day each year. In line with previous years, it is scheduled to start at 3.05pm. It’s is the headline event in the packed two-day Christmas Festival, with races beginning at 12.50pm. Where can I watch the race? The King George VI has historically always been broadcast on free-to-air TV, and this year is no different....

The 30 Rock upfront special features cast members Tina Fey, Alec Baldwin, Tracy Morgan, Jane Krakowski, Jack McBrayer and others in what NBC is describing as “a first-of-its-kind all-audience upfront event.” The entire episode will be produced remotely with social distancing measures in place, and will feature a number of guest stars from other shows. Uniquely, the episode will act as a backdoor preview to the 2020-2021 NBC TV lineup....

But Rose, Molinari and McIlroy have a thing or two to prove this year, backed by major-botherers Garcia and Fleetwood to name a couple. If you want to follow the Ryder Cup, you don’t need to fork out for a Sky Sports subscription if you don’t want to. Here’s how to watch. When is the Ryder Cup? The Ryder Cup takes place from Friday 28 September to Sunday 30 September at Le Golf National in Guyancourt, France....

Also see: Best Black Friday Laptop Deals Fruity computing comparisons can’t stop there, as this executive notebook shares much with the 2015 MacBook. It’s a little larger at 308 x 207mm, and thicker at 16.8mm rather than 13.4mm. And it feels incredible tough, its 1.25kg metal mass beautifully balanced when closed. HP EliteBook 1020 G1 review: Price This isn’t a cheap laptop. You can buy the EliteBook 1020 G1 for £1892....

With the same screen size, and both running Android, the Moto X and HTC One might seem like similar smartphones. But they have their differences and we’re here to point them out for you. See also: Best smartphones. HTC One vs Moto X: Price The Moto X will hit the UK with a SIM-free price of £350. The HTC One has been around for a while now, in fact it’s expected that a follow up will launch next month at MWC....

Price and availability Following the MWC 2017 announcement, the Huawei P10 is now available to buy in the UK after a 31 March 2017 launch, and will set consumers back around £569.99 on pay as you, although the exact price is dependent on the retailer. Unlocked Mobiles and Carphone Warehouse are both stocking the flagship on PAYG at the time of writing. This makes the Huawei P10 a fairly cheap flagship smartphone, especially when you consider that the likes of the LG G6 costs £699, and the Samsung Galaxy S8 costs £689....

The P40 Pro+ sits at the opposite end of the range, as an ‘ultra flagship’ above the P40 Pro. It’s the first time Huawei has done this: last year, the P30 Pro was the range topper. In many respects, though, the Pro+ is hard to tell apart from the P40 as the two phones are largely the same: they have the same design, the same screen, the same CPU and other internals....

Unveiled at its Smart Life conference in Beijing, the Hunter V700 adds to the firm’s ‘all-scenario line-up’ and offers a “unique design and innovations in cooling technology.” It goes up for pre-order today in mainland China starting at ¥7,499 (around £850 converted). The news comes after Huawei – owner of the Honor sub-brand – told us it planned to launch a dedicated gaming brand. Gaming laptops have historically, especially at the cheaper end of the market, been plasticky and chunky....

There are two models available: the iHealth Core (HS6) and iHealth Lite (HS4). You can still find the older Body Analysis Scale (HS5) available online, but this has now been officially replaced by the Core, which has much the same features but a better (if heavier) design. As it can be synced via Wi-Fi the iHealth Core allows the device to be used by a family much easier as it recognises the user without the phone present....