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Christian Cawley-Former Deputy Editor

Christian Cawley

Former Deputy Editor

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About Christian Cawley

Former Deputy Editor for Security, Linux, DIY, Programming, and Tech Explained, Christian has extensive experience as a writer and editor and has been published in Computer Weekly, Linux Format, Tech Radar, ComputerActive, and other titles.

Christian also produced MakeUseOf's weekly show, the Really Useful Podcast, from 2018-2024.

His current passions are his cigar box guitar, his retro gaming site (retrogamerbase.com), and his family.

Latest Articles

Can't Afford Podcast Hosting? Try These Free Alternatives

If your podcast is outgrowing the space on your blog, the time has probably come to find a new home for it. Give your podcast some room to grow with these free podcast hosts.

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Windows XP Security Risks: They're Real And Heading Your Way In 2014

Given the extensive coverage, you could easily think Windows XP end of support was just a hype. Sadly not. Without security updates, the aging operating system becomes a Trojan horse in your home or business.

Turn Your Windows Phone Into A Carputer With These Apps

Need to use your Windows Phone in the car? Windows Phone 8 offers various tools that can be used to assist and entertain you while driving, including maps, dashcams, and car mode interfaces.

Superb Star Wars-Themed Apps & Games For Windows Phone 8

It's the biggest film series of all, it has spawned comics, board games, video games, spin-off cartoons and a new trilogy is entering production. Star Wars has a strong presence on Windows Phone!

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How Can I Extract Audio From an MP4 or YouTube Video?

Do you sometimes just want to listen to a YouTube video? Stripping the audio from a video lets you enjoy the content anywhere. Or you could distribute a Hangouts video podcast as an audio podcast!

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You Need No Development Skills to Create Professional Windows Phone Apps

App development on Windows Phone has been restricted to those with knowledge of programming – until now. With Windows Phone App Studio you can create your own apps – but what, exactly, can you do with them?

Does Switching To ART Speed Up Your Android KitKat Device?

Is ART best left alone until Google decides to roll it out as a working replacement for Dalvik?

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8 Seriously Useful Computing Tasks You Can Do With a Raspberry Pi

The amount of computing tasks that you can perform with this small 3.37 x 2.21-inch computer is jaw-dropping.

OK Google Doesn’t Work In Your Country? Don't Worry, It Does Now

One of the great new features of Android KitKat is OK Google, the voice command that prompts your phone to accept verbal questions. Let's make it work better.

Achieve Android Automation Zen With NFC Tags

Want to live in a world where you can use your Android phone to unlock your front door or boot your PC? You can do this, and more.

Alternative ROMs For The HTC One: What Are Your Options?

Want to try out some other ROMs? Here are four awesome ROMs for the HTC One you just have to try.

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Living with a BlackBerry: Lame Duck or Genuine Android Alternative?

The new BlackBerry Z10 is certainly impressive – but how does using it compare with using a new Android or Windows Phone handset? I decided to find out.

How To Root Your First Generation HTC One

Unusually, there are no special utilities that enable this – instead, you must use HTC's approved rooting method.

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Four Ways To Customize Your Windows Phone

Same old is boring! If you’re getting tired of the same old lock screen, ringtone or Windows Phones' limited tile colours, it's time to take action and customize your phone.

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Secure Your Windows Phone With Passcodes & Backups

Are you prepared to lose your Windows Phone? Spend a few minutes right now to prevent unauthorised access and secure your data. It will save you a lot of drama in a worst case scenario.

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Want To Enhance Your YouTube Videos With Clickable Links? Here's How!

Have you ever tried to add a clickable link to your YouTube videos, only to find that there's just no way to do it? Well, actually there are two ways, methods that have remained hidden - until now!

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Enjoy Audiobooks On Your Windows Phone With Audible

No time to read? Audiobooks are the perfect solution, and with Audible's free app on your Windows Phone you have access to a library of over 60,000 titles that you can take anywhere!

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Enjoy Retro Gaming On Windows Phone 8 With These 3 Emulators

Gaming is where it's at on Windows Phone! You can play classic games natively or install emulator apps and ROM files of original games. Relive old school arcade and console fun with modern tools.

Instance: An Unofficial Instagram Client for Windows Phone

Is the lack of a working official Instagram app for Windows Phone ruining your photo sharing? This is a problem you can easily solve – in an "Instance", a free, ad-supported Instagram app.

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Activate Child Mode On Your Windows Phone To Safely Share It With Kids

Leaving your Windows Phone in the inquiring hands of little ones? Don't do anything until you have set up and activated Windows Phone's child mode; Kid's Corner.

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