The best and worst ISPs of 2025 are crowned
A newly published list of the best and worst ISPs might help you decide which company to entrust your broadband connection to
Neil Cumins
Neil is our resident tech expert. He's written guides on loads of broadband head-scratchers and is determined to solve all your technology problems!
What is RAM, and why do I need it?
What is RAM? It’s the foundation stone of everything you do on a computer, tablet or smartphone
Read: What is RAM, and why do I need it?How to prepare for an online job interview
Online job interviews require a very different mindset to a face-to-face interview. We explain what you need to know, do and check
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Our beginner's guide to speakers explains why these often unheralded devices can transform your gaming, streaming and working life
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Website error codes tell you why a particular resource isn’t available, so ignore them at your peril…
Read: Website error codes – and what they really meanThe ADSL switch-off is coming… are you ready?
It's the end of ADSL broadband in the UK - what will it mean for people still trapped on sluggish internet connections?
Read: The ADSL switch-off is coming… are you ready?What do we know about 6G?
A sixth generation of cellular communications is in development, but is 6G really needed when 5G hasn’t achieved its full potential?
The pros and cons of Sky Glass
As a second-generation product arrives on the market, we consider the pros and cons of Sky Glass
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Awful April is looming large, but there are ways to slash your broadband bills before other price and tax rises hit your household budgets
Read: How to slash your broadband bills before Awful AprilCan you still live without the internet in 2025?
With broadband connectivity underpinning everything from the NHS to dating, can you still live without the internet nowadays?
Read: Can you still live without the internet in 2025?Why you shouldn’t trust AI-generated news stories
AI-generated news stories have themselves been in the news recently. We explain why you can’t trust everything you read
Read: Why you shouldn’t trust AI-generated news storiesOnline age verification is coming – but how will it affect websites?
New age verification laws are looming, as the latest attempt to protect young audiences from adult-focused content.
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In today’s remote-working culture, it’s vital to be professional at all times. We explain how to avoid video-call mistakes with colleagues and clients alike
Does living in a rural region mean slow broadband?
There’s a popular misconception that living in a rural region automatically means slow broadband, yet full fibre can be found everywhere
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Cyber threats come in numerous forms. We highlight the classic examples and the lesser-known variants which could strike without warning
Read: How many types of cyber threats are there?UK broadband speeds versus the world – how are we performing?
UK broadband speeds may be improving, but so are the average upload and download speeds in other countries around the world
Read: UK broadband speeds versus the world – how are we performing?How to choose a website domain name
A new year often brings new opportunities, but you’ll need to choose a website domain name for almost any business or venture nowadays
Read: How to choose a website domain nameIs the cryptocurrency gold rush going to last?
With Bitcoin spiking in value and even Presidents launching their own currencies, the cryptocurrency gold rush is gathering pace
Read: Is the cryptocurrency gold rush going to last?What should I do if I can’t access emails?
If you can't access emails, there’s no need to panic – a variety of short-term solutions will help while you investigate longer-term steps
Read: What should I do if I can’t access emails?Ten tips for reducing router interference
Reducing router interference can significantly improve your wireless connectivity – especially on slower connections
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Slow broadband affects entire communities, so what can you do if you live on a street with inadequate connections?
Read: What can I do if my street has slow broadband?How to provide broadband in a holiday home
Offering broadband in a holiday home is essential for attracting guests and tenants. We outline your main options
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From data harvesting to monopoly concerns, the world’s leading search engine has never been so divisive – so can we still trust Google as a brand?
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It’s been with us for decades, yet many people still don’t know how to make the most of eBay – the world’s leading auction website
Read: How to make the most of eBayThe best smart TVs to buy in 2025
With so many variations to choose from, finding the best smart TVs is increasingly a matter of personal preference
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There are numerous translation options on today’s market, but some are more dependable than others
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Mid-contract price increases haven’t been banned, but they are being more tightly regulated. Here’s what you need to know.
Read: Broadband mid-contract price increases – what’s changed?Will universal superfast broadband be here by 2030?
We’re only five years from the promise of universal superfast broadband, but how realistic is this pledge?
Read: Will universal superfast broadband be here by 2030?Is 2025 going to be a year of cyberattacks?
Cyberattacks became more prevalent than ever in 2024. We explain how to stay safe in 2025.
Read: Is 2025 going to be a year of cyberattacks?Broadband on tap? It’s already happening in Scotland…
Broadband on tap might sound far-fetched, but it’s literally happening after a successful trial on Orkney
Read: Broadband on tap? It’s already happening in Scotland…