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Tips, guides, and things I've learned fixing computers in St Helens since 2008.

March 2026 Windows Update — Why You Should Install It Now

Microsoft's March 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 80+ vulnerabilities including 2 actively exploited zero-days. Install it now.

11 March 2026 4 min read

Is Your Laptop Battery Dying? How to Check Battery Health

Signs your battery is on the way out, and how to check its actual health for free on Windows and Mac with no software needed.

7 March 2026 5 min read

Virus Warning Popups — Real or Fake? How to Tell the Difference

Examples of fake scam popups vs genuine virus alerts. Learn the red flags so you never get caught out.

28 February 2026 6 min read

Windows 10 Has Stopped Getting Security Updates

Windows 10 support ended October 14, 2025. What this actually means, who's affected, and what your options are, including a free year of extended updates.

18 October 2025 7 min read