Fun Activities

Ideas for creative projects and entertainment using your home computer. Activities include video editing, music creation, photo sharing and family website building.

Computers and DVDs

Your computer can play DVDs from any region worldwide, unlike standard DVD players that are locked to specific areas.

Creating and Sharing Photo Albums

Store your photos online and share them easily using free photo sharing sites like Flickr or social media platforms.

Creating Art on Your Computer

Anyone can make art on their computer, whether you're using simple tools like Paint or advanced software like Photoshop.

Creating Music with Your Computer

Start making music on your computer with free or cheap software, no musical experience needed.

Make Your Own Video Games

Making your own video games is easier than you think and doesn't require any coding knowledge or expensive software.

Making a Family Website

Build a family website without coding skills using free software to share photos, videos and updates with relatives and friends.

Making a Movie with Your Computer

Use your computer to turn raw video footage into a polished movie with editing, effects and professional touches.

Playing Games Online

How online gaming lets you play with others in real time, from console games to multiplayer role-playing worlds.

Uploading and Sharing Family Videos

Sharing family videos online is easy, but think hard about who you really want watching your private moments before you upload.

Using the Web to Trace Your Family Tree

Use online birth, marriage and death records to trace your family tree back generations from your computer.

Why Would You Want to Watch TV on Your Computer?

Catch up on missed TV programmes through your computer using BBC iPlayer and other streaming services that let you watch or download shows.