Computer stuff - by popular request!

Scams & Hoaxes   Don't pass on email "virus warnings" without first checking if they are hoaxes - 99% of them are!
Phishing   How not to get "spoofed"
Microsoft Vista   Is it worth upgrading?
Repair Windows XP   Loads of advice on repairing and recovering XP
How to.............   How to setup e-mail, and more (to come)
     
Free Programs    
Firewall   Personal firewall for Windows that protects your computer by preventing unauthorized users from gaining access to your computer through the Internet or a network.
Anti-Virus   Protection against the most nefarious cyber-threats attempting to gain access to your PC and personal information
Windows Defender  
A free program that helps protect your computer against pop-ups, slow performance, and security threats caused by spyware and other unwanted software.
Freeware Utilities   The 46 Best-ever Freeware Utilities
Koma-Mail   Mail program that runs from a USB memory stick - take it with you and download your e-mail on any computer - wherever you are.
 Use OpenOffice.org   OpenOffice.org is a multiplatform and multilingual office suite and an open-source project. Compatible with all other major office suites, the product is free to download, use, and distribute.
On-line resources that I use:
Dabs   Dabs.com - good resource for computer equipment
TalkTalk  
Kelkoo  
PC World Business   Over 40,000 products with market beating prices
Skype  
Micro Direct   Massive range of computer products
     
Not yet used, but look interesting:
Memorybits   Specialist in Flash Memory products
Microwarehouse   Dixons' online presence
Consoles & Gadgets   Games consoles & software
Laptop Shop   Laptops & accessories
999Inks   Ink cartridges - low price with free delivery, same day dispatch