Computers

From the intricacies of computer science to the best new laptops and tablets available to buy, the world of computers is forever changing, with processors getting faster and faster, storage growing bigger and devices becoming more technologically advanced by the day.

Once deleted, can text messages be retrieved?

Clearing or deleting your messages on your devices doesn't mean the data is permanently gone, it's just been filed away differently.
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How far does my computer mouse move?

It gets quite the workout.
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How often should I reboot my computer?

The phrase 'have you tried turning it off and on again?' might actually be sound advice.
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How do you read binary numbers?

Learn the basics of binary with our handy guide.
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7 of the best coding toys for kids in 2024

Give your kids a headstart on valuable programming skills with these toys.
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What is Moore’s Law and is it still relevant today?

This theory around technological progression and transistors has been questioned in recent years, asking whether it still works with today’s advanced technology.
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Are we living in a simulation?

Could computers ever become sophisticated enough to build a convincing imitation of the real world? We look into the likelihood of a real-life Matrix.
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How different is a quantum computer to my laptop?

A beginner’s guide to the bizarre physics that powers quantum processors.
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Scientists train a computer to learn like a human

A team of researchers has created a device that can make connections over time, and taught it to associate a flash of light with pressure.
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Mystery of the ‘world’s first computer’ may have been solved

New study reveals the complete structure of the front panel of the Antikythera Mechanism, a 2,000-year-old mechanical device used by the ancient Greeks to predict astronomical events.
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Could computers get a virus that’s as contagious and difficult to eliminate as the coronavirus?

Asked by: Robin Bendon, Wrexham
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