Computeractive Issue 742

What does a more private, less cluttered web experience look like? In Computeractive Issue 742, the cover feature turns to DuckDuckGo, examining its browser, search engine and AI assistant alongside practical ways to reduce tracking, remove search ads and manage your online footprint.

That’s only one strand of this fortnightly issue. Its mix of plain-English advice, technology news and product reviews moves from everyday Windows and phone questions to Linux, home networking and the latest consumer devices.

Make everyday computing work better

The workshops and tips focus on useful tasks rather than theory for its own sake. Readers will find guidance on running Windows programs in Linux, sharing files between PCs without installing extra software, and using features in Windows, Office and popular browsers. There are also tips on spotting scam messages, protecting browsing privacy and getting more from VPN settings.

Privacy, phones and the connected home

The DuckDuckGo feature considers a range of privacy-conscious search and browsing tools. Elsewhere, the issue tackles practical phone concerns, including overheating, and looks at ways to control television viewing without relying on a conventional remote. A travel-charger feature helps readers think through what to take when powering devices away from home.

News and reviews with a consumer focus

News coverage spans WhatsApp Web calls, phone data transfers, Windows and broadband developments, and other technology stories. The review pages assess devices including laptops, a smartphone, a security camera, mesh Wi-Fi equipment, a smartwatch, a monitor and a television—helpful context for readers weighing up technology purchases.

Clear advice for curious tech users

With troubleshooting, consumer questions, software recommendations and step-by-step tips in one issue, Computeractive 742 offers a varied read for people who want to understand their devices and use them with more confidence. The emphasis is practical: approachable guidance for computers, phones and the online services that connect them.