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Personal Computer World's Hands On section brings you tips and tricks for every sort of PC user.

From word processing, Linux, small networks, Windows and hardware to handy sections on sound, digital imaging and video, everyone is sure to find something useful.

Hands on: How to take Windows screengrabs

Everything you ever needed to know about screengrabs, but were afraid to ask

Switch on and save

Choose the wrong power supply and your PC could end up costing more than you think

Image is everything

Disc images, such as ISO files, are incredibly useful and not difficult to use once you understand the basics

Lock down your PC with Steady State

We show you how to use the free Windows Steady State tool to create an almost indestructible Windows installation, suitable for use at home or in the office

Convert VHS to DVD

Don’t let your old VHS tapes rot away in your loft ­ use the latest technology to preserve them