Latest articles by Darien Graham-Smith
What is secure deletion?
In-depth Want to ensure your deleted data can’t be recovered and abused? We explore how secure deletion works, and how you can best protect your information
Huawei Wi-Fi Mesh 7: A likeable mesh with decent performance
Reviews It's not particularly glitzy or ridiculously fast, but this mesh is a simple, solid performer
Linksys Atlas Pro 6 review: True wireless freedom
Reviews This neat mesh provides faster, wider coverage than we’d expect from a dual-band system, at a decent price
TP-Link Deco X90 review: A winning sweet spot
Reviews You can pay less for a Wi-Fi 6 mesh, but the X90’s superb coverage and astonishing speeds justify the price
Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 review: The next generation of Wi-Fi
Reviews An incredible Wi-Fi 6E router, but this new technology is still too expensive for most roles
Avira Free Security review: An effective antimalware suite, but heavy on the marketing
Reviews It’s hard to fully appreciate Avira’s malware protection when the packaging feels so manipulative
Kaspersky Free review: Effective and lightweight – everything you want from a free antivirus solution
Reviews It’ll be a real shame if politics means people missing out on this top-class security tool
Microsoft Windows Defender review: An ideal (if unfriendly) business security solution
Reviews Central management puts Defender head and shoulders above other free options; the fact that it's already deployed doesn't hurt either
AVG AntiVirus Free review: Great malware protection, though the upsell is a turn-off
Reviews AVG serves up the same powerful antivirus engine as Avast, but the trimmings aren’t as generous
What is Trusted Platform Module (TPM)?
In-depth We investigate that mysterious little component that’s seemingly so crucial to Microsoft’s Windows 11
Avast One Essential review: A great free antivirus solution with some tempting extra features
Reviews If Microsoft Defender isn’t doing it for you, Avast has you covered with strong protection in a user-friendly package
Panda Free Antivirus review: A free security tool with a personality all of its own
Reviews There's plenty to like here, including excellent malware protection, but this security package has some notable shortcomings
What to look for in a cheap printer
In-depth How to check you’re getting the right printer for your needs without paying over the odds
How to pick the perfect tablet
Tutorials We explain the key features to look for, and the decisions you’ll need to consider when choosing your next tablet
Lenovo Tab P11 Pro review: A superb Android tablet with a convenient keyboard case
Reviews It might not fully replace a laptop, but the Tab P11 Pro makes a capable and versatile travelling companion
Nokia T20 review: A simple, sturdy Android tablet at an SMB-friendly price
Reviews It’s not as luxurious as an iPad, but the T20 makes a fine, functional tablet for business
Eight things you never knew about PCI Express
In-depth To most of us, PCI Express just means that big old slot where your graphics card sits, but this ingenious interconnect has hidden depths
Samsung 870 Evo review: Ticks all the boxes
Reviews It won’t set pulses racing, but the 870 Evo gives an old PC a new lease of life with no grumbling
Kingston KC600 review: A reliable upgrade
Reviews Makes the upgrade process a cinch, although look elsewhere if you’re after raw speed
Samsung 980 Pro review: Smashing speeds
Reviews Staggering performance and handy extras make this a worthy contender
Samsung T7 Touch review: One smart-looking SSD
Reviews The diminutive dimensions and biometric scanner make the T7 Touch ideal for life on the road
SanDisk Extreme Pro review: Small wonder
Reviews The bold design certainly won’t be to everyone’s taste, but who cares when the performance is this good?
Samsung 870 QVO review: Cheap and speedy
Reviews The QVO can give your laptop or lightweight PC a significant speed boost for a jaw-dropping price
