What’s the surface web?
We rely heavily on the surface web every day, yet it’s only a tiny part of the wider internet
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How to run reverse image searches
Reverse image searches might sound complicated, but they’re easy to run – and surprisingly helpful
Read: How to run reverse image searchesHow to handle a sudden broadband outage
Sudden broadband outages are an unfortunate fact of life – here’s how to cope if your internet goes off
Read: How to handle a sudden broadband outageWhy too much screen time can be harmful
Read: Why too much screen time can be harmfulWhat are IPTV services, and are they legal?
They’re used by over 17 million people in Europe, but what are IPTV services?
Read: What are IPTV services, and are they legal?The best web browsers for privacy 2024
The best web browsers for privacy offer greater confidentiality than ever before – but which is best for your needs?
Read: The best web browsers for privacy 2024Why you should consider Linux for your next computer
Despite the advantages of Windows and macOS, you should also consider Linux when choosing a new computer
How to keep your hard drive working
If you can keep your hard drive working optimally, your computer’s lifespan will be hugely extended
Read: How to keep your hard drive workingWhat are cookies, and can I avoid them?
The question “What are cookies” has different answers for consumers, businesses and advertisers
Read: What are cookies, and can I avoid them?How to get rid of unwanted electronics safely and responsibly
Read: How to get rid of unwanted electronics safely and responsiblyHow does Bluetooth work?
How does Bluetooth work? The answer is using some decidedly low-tech communications
Read: How does Bluetooth work?Top security tips for safe online banking
As digital banking continues to increase, safe online banking tips are vital to keep you – and your money – safe.
Read: Top security tips for safe online bankingWhy don’t we have broadband in our cars?
In-car infotainment systems continue to evolve beyond mere music players, but broadband in cars remains beyond our reach.
How much should you spend on a new computer?
New computer costs vary hugely, so what do you need to spend to get a decent new device?
Read: How much should you spend on a new computer?How to stay online while moving house in 2024
We explain how to stay online while moving house – a crucial yet often overlooked part of relocating.
Read: How to stay online while moving house in 2024What are torrents?
Read: What are torrents?The top 6 best messaging apps for 2024
The best messaging apps for 2024 will keep business and personal communications flowing – providing other people are willing to use them
Read: The top 6 best messaging apps for 2024What are the risks of investing in cryptocurrency?
The risks of investing in cryptocurrency are considerable – and the rewards on offer are dwindling.
Read: What are the risks of investing in cryptocurrency?How to revive an old computer with a factory reset
Even if your PC or Mac is starting to fail, it’s often possible to revive an old computer by restoring it to factory defaults.
Read: How to revive an old computer with a factory resetWhat are biometrics, and how do they keep us safe?
We examine the world of biometrics, including an exploration of what are biometrics used for
Read: What are biometrics, and how do they keep us safe?What do the lights on my broadband router mean?
Broadband router lights aren’t just a flickering irritation – they’re conveying important information
Read: What do the lights on my broadband router mean?How to handle notspots
If you find yourself in a data notspot, there are ways to circumvent their drag on device connectivity.
Read: How to handle notspotsOnline advertising’s evolution over the last 30 years
It’s been thirty years since online advertising first crept into our lives, and this industry has evolved at a phenomenal rate
Read: Online advertising’s evolution over the last 30 yearsA beginner’s guide to Outlook
Our beginner's guide to Outlook explains why this email package offers more than most people realise.
Read: A beginner’s guide to OutlookA beginner’s guide to using Wikipedia
Using Wikipedia is surprisingly easy, but editing the world’s biggest online encyclopaedia is much more complex.
Read: A beginner’s guide to using WikipediaDos and don’ts when using a webcam
Using a webcam safely involves a little advanced planning – and plenty of common sense.
Read: Dos and don’ts when using a webcamHow to make sure your old tech doesn’t reveal personal data
Deleting personal data from old devices is crucial to protecting yourself against identity theft, data loss – and strange phone calls…
Read: How to make sure your old tech doesn’t reveal personal dataHow to make the most of bookmarks and favourites
Bookmarks and favourites are one of the internet’s least treasured resources, despite their hidden value
Read: How to make the most of bookmarks and favouritesHow to properly clean a computer
Knowing how to clean a computer properly could add years to its lifespan, while protecting you against real-world viruses.
Read: How to properly clean a computerA beginner’s guide to coding
Computer coding underpins everything our laptops, tables and smartphones do, yet it’s hugely misunderstood
Read: A beginner’s guide to coding- 2023
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