To unscramble the word 'compute,' follow these steps: 1. Write down the letters: C, O, M, P, U, T, E. 2. Look for common prefixes or suffixes. In this case, 'com-' is a common prefix. 3. Experiment with different combinations of the letters. Start by forming smaller words, such as 'come,' 'mute,' or 'cute.' 4. Use online anagram solvers or word unscramblers for assistance if needed. 5. Keep rearranging until you find valid words.