Computeractive — Issue 720 (8–21 October 2025)

From choosing a safer way to store passwords to getting more from Windows, this issue of Computeractive focuses on the practical technology decisions that crop up at home every day. Issue 720 pairs straightforward how-to advice with product reviews, consumer reporting and technology news—all in the magazine’s accessible, general-reader style.

Make everyday computing work better 💻

The cover feature takes a close look at password managers: it tests 20 tools and recommends three, while exploring how dedicated managers compare with the password-saving options built into Chrome and Edge. Elsewhere, readers can find guidance on generating images with LibreOffice’s AI and installing Windows 11 without the unwanted extras.

Useful tips, from desktop to phone

Shorter advice features cover Windows, Office, browsers, AI tools, phones and tablets. There are also reader tips, troubleshooting questions and help with everyday computing problems, giving the issue a useful mix of quick answers and step-by-step ideas.

Reviews and consumer technology

The reviews section considers a range of current devices, including laptops, a smartphone, a Wi-Fi router, smart-home equipment, speakers, earbuds and a writing tablet. News and consumer coverage ranges from online safety and software changes to broadband and digital services.

More than a tech-news roundup

Photography gets practical attention too, with advice on helping photo prints last longer. The issue also looks at alternatives to software and tools Microsoft has discontinued, alongside regular features on consumer rights, family-history research and technology terminology.

A good fit for readers who want approachable computer advice alongside reviews and a broader view of the technology affecting everyday life.