Computeractive, Issue 734

What would your digital life look like with less Google—and fewer unwanted surprises from the technology you already use? Computeractive, Issue 734 brings together approachable advice for getting more from your devices, protecting your privacy and making informed choices about software and services.

Explore alternatives to Google

The cover feature considers replacements for Google Search, Chrome, Gmail, Maps and Drive. It looks at why people may want to switch and introduces alternatives with privacy in mind, giving readers a starting point for reconsidering familiar everyday tools.

Practical steps for a safer setup

Security and control run through several features in this issue. Find advice on router settings that can affect your home network’s privacy, ways to block online adverts, and how to back up, clone and erase hard drives using free tools.

Make more of the software you have

Elsewhere, the magazine shows readers how to replace Clipchamp with OpenShot Video Editor and includes tips for Windows, Office, browsers, AI tools, phones and tablets. The guidance is designed to make everyday computer tasks easier to follow, without assuming specialist knowledge.

Reviews, news and answers to reader questions

Issue 734 also brings together technology news, product reviews, free software recommendations, troubleshooting and reader letters. Its range—from computer security to device reviews—makes it a useful browse for readers who like practical help alongside a broader view of consumer technology.

In this issue

• Alternatives to Google’s search, browser, email, maps and storage tools
• Home-router privacy and security settings
• Free tools for backing up, cloning and erasing hard drives
• OpenShot Video Editor as an alternative to Clipchamp
• Technology news, product reviews, software picks and device tips

For curious computer users, this issue offers a mix of timely technology coverage and useful, everyday advice in one accessible magazine.