Web User, branded as WebUser, was a fortnightly magazine published in the United Kingdom from 2001 until 2020. It covered topics relating to computing. Its sister magazine was ComputerActive.

Web User
The cover of the final issue of Web User, issue 516, published on 9 December 2020.
EditorRobert Irvine
CategoriesComputers
FrequencyFortnightly
CirculationDecrease 24,266 (January – December 2019)[1]
PublisherJohn Garewal
First issue22 March 2001
Final issue9 December 2020
CompanyDennis Publishing
CountryEngland
Based inLondon
LanguageEnglish
Websitewww.webuser.co.uk
ISSN1473-7094

Overview

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Web User was founded by IPC Media in 2001.[2][3] The first issue appeared on 22 March.[3] The bulk of the magazine's content consisted of internet news, website reviews and features on web-related topics. Additionally, it offered product evaluations, free apps and software, step-by-step workshops, and advice on how to use websites, computer hardware, and software. The magazine was complemented by a website, launched in tandem in 2001.[3] It was sold in 2010 to Dennis Publishing.[4] It ceased publication after 516 issues in December 2020.

Topics covered include free software; PC security and maintenance; browser add-ons; the best Google tools; and the latest web trends and developments, such as Web 2.0 and social networking.

References

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  1. ^ "Web User circulation certificate" (PDF). Audit Bureau of Circulations (UK). 31 December 2019. Retrieved 23 July 2021.
  2. ^ Matthew Cowen (9 March 2001). "IPC Media seeks shop for Web User business". Campaign. Retrieved 10 February 2016.
  3. ^ a b c Jessica Hodgson (6 March 2001). "IPC to launch Web User magazine". The Guardian. Retrieved 10 February 2016.
  4. ^ "Dennis Publishing acquires Web User magazine and website". Dennis Publishing. 7 October 2010. Retrieved 10 February 2016.
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