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In June's PCWorld, we've assembled a dozen simple but essential tips. Learn how to lock down your computer, your home network, your identity--even your phone. The steps are practical and easy, so you can strengthen your security without losing your mind in the process. Also in the issue, we take a look at five superlight laptops that would be a welcome addition to any briefcase or backpack. None are more than 4 pounds yet all are powerful. And if you're considering a tablet, see our comparison of what the BlackBerry PlayBook, HP TouchPad, Motorola Xoom, and Samsung Galaxy Tab have that Apple iPad doesn't.

We welcome your comments about any of the tips, reviews, and news in the latest issue. Send your feedback to our editorial director:
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Inside the June Issue

Secure Your Life in 12 Steps
Put an end to your tech vulnerability. Here are a dozen practical measures you can take to safeguard your computer, your home network, your personal identity--and even your phone.

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» How to Stay Safe Using Public Wi-Fi

» Secure Flash Drives Lock Down Your Data

» Remove Sensitive Data Before You Sell an Old PC

Which Tablet Is Best for You?
Is Apple's iOS-based iPad the best? What can rivals based on Android and other OSs do that it can't? We looked at how each platform handles navigation, media, browsing, and more.

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» Spec Showdown: Apple iPad 2 vs. Its Rivals

» Tablet Wars: The Battle Looms

» Tablets Take Over as iPad Owners Ignore Their Laptops

Superlight Laptops
In different ways, these slick ultraportables, all coming in at under 4 pounds, successfully balance portability, ergonomics, and performance--and leave their heavier rivals behind.

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» The Best Netbooks

» Practical Advice for Laptop Owners

» Free Tools for Fine-Tuning Windows 7

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This easy and effective tool identifies junk on your system and removes it.

KeePass
This good, free password-management tool lets you store passwords in highly-encrypted databases, which can only be unlocked with one master password and/or a key file.

CCEnhancer
If you like CCleaner, you'll like CCEnhancer too. It integrates smoothly with CCleaner and enables it to eradicate traces of dozens of applications that CCleaner normally can't handle.

PCWorld.com Exclusives

The Biggest Milestones of Mobile Computing
From the Busicom LE-120A calculator to the Apple iPad, we love tech gadgets that free us from our desks. Here are some of the most important portables we've toted around over the past 30 years.

10 Biggest High-Tech Cover-Ups
The list of tech companies that made business mistakes and didn't address them immediately includes Amazon, Apple, Dell, HP, Intel, and Sony, among others.

How to Clean Your PC, Inside and Out
Cleaning a PC is more than just uninstalling a few apps and wiping off the case. Here's how to defeat dust, gunk, and other unmentionable material that gets lodged inside your desktop.

Connect Your PC to Your HDTV
Your HDTV is the centerpiece of your home theater. Check out these five projects that work with your PC, smartphone, and streaming set-top box to make your TV the best that it can be.



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