Ten technologies killed off by the internet
The web has been responsible for the premature demise of many established products and services, creating obsolete technology almost overnight
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!
Tips for professional video conferencing
Given the prevalence and ubiquity of Zoom and Skype calls nowadays, it’s vital to ensure professional video conferencing is undertaken at all times
Read: Tips for professional video conferencingWhy your ISP’s free email address could cost you
Free email addresses are bundled in with many broadband packages, but they often come with a sting in the tail if you leave that ISP
Read: Why your ISP’s free email address could cost youDigital twins: game-changing tech you’ve never heard of
Digital twins have become a leading technology in reducing waste, improving efficiency and moving societies towards net-zero targets
Read: Digital twins: game-changing tech you’ve never heard ofTop tips for working from home safely and securely
Safe remote working is easy to accomplish, even if you’ve had no training on video call security or COVID-19 scams
Read: Top tips for working from home safely and securelyHow to use dual screen displays on Windows devices
Dual screen displays are invaluable for some jobs, and highly beneficial for people who regularly juggle multiple tasks on a computer
Read: How to use dual screen displays on Windows devicesWho’s afraid of the Internet of Things?
Research suggests many consumers don’t trust the 'IoT', but are there reasons to be fearful?
Project Gigabit: government set to upgrade regions with slow broadband
The Government’s latest attempt to level up the online playing field is here
Read: Project Gigabit: government set to upgrade regions with slow broadbandBroadband access replaces organic supermarkets in house buyers priorities
The link between broadband and house prices may not seem immediately obvious, but its relevance has been proven time and again
Read: Broadband access replaces organic supermarkets in house buyers prioritiesWhat is build to rent, and how does it affect broadband access?
Build to rent schemes are growing in popularity, and they offer tenants a shortcut to the fast lane of the internet superhighway
Read: What is build to rent, and how does it affect broadband access?Whatever happened to Ceefax and Oracle?
Ceefax and Oracle provided many people’s first exposure to interactive digital services, and their legacy lives on in unexpected ways
Read: Whatever happened to Ceefax and Oracle?Technology may have the solutions to a good night’s sleep
Tech and insomnia make unfortunate bedfellows, but there are new solutions which can help to ensure your sleep is less disturbed in future
Read: Technology may have the solutions to a good night’s sleepAntivirus software – How to secure your devices
Antiviruses represent a last line of defence against malware, but they vary considerably in performance and effectiveness.
Who are ICANN, and what do they do?
If you’re not sure who are ICANN, you’re not alone. This internet gatekeeper has a surprisingly low profile considering its responsibilities
Read: Who are ICANN, and what do they do?Online backups – how to protect your data
Data storage has come a long way since the days of Zip drives and USB sticks, but online backups come in a variety of guises – with varying drawbacks and limitations
Read: Online backups – how to protect your dataThe ISPs you don’t want to have to make a complaint to
ISP customer service remains a key differentiator, and Ofcom research reveals some brands are achieving more than others
Read: The ISPs you don’t want to have to make a complaint toWhy do spam emails contain random words?
The phenomenon of random words in spam emails might seem pointless, but these unwanted messages are sent quite deliberately
Read: Why do spam emails contain random words?Why do UK broadband customers stay loyal to poor providers?
ISP loyalty is often harmful to consumers, yet there are good reasons why people are reluctant to switch provider
Read: Why do UK broadband customers stay loyal to poor providers?How does free public WiFi work?
Free public WiFi has become big business, as a way of attracting and retaining customers for longer
Read: How does free public WiFi work?Many new build homes still missing full-fibre connectivity
New homes with ultrafast broadband are becoming increasingly common, but you can’t take high-speed connectivity for granted
Read: Many new build homes still missing full-fibre connectivityFive platforms offering free photography for small businesses
Being able to access free photography for small businesses is a real money-saver, but it’s important to choose your images with care
Read: Five platforms offering free photography for small businessesIt’s time to invest in a Password Manager
Password managers are growing in popularity, as a way of simplifying online security and reducing password frustration
Read: It’s time to invest in a Password ManagerDoes it matter which web browser you use?
Deciding which web browser to use can affect how you experience the internet, yet it’s a choice few of us invest much thought in
Read: Does it matter which web browser you use?What’s the difference between a mobile dongle and a MiFi hub?
There’s more than one difference between a mobile dongle and a MiFi hub, which is worth understanding if you need temporary (or portable) internet access
Read: What’s the difference between a mobile dongle and a MiFi hub?Are there too many TV channels in today’s online age?
The concept of having too many TV channels would have seemed ridiculous twenty years ago, but we’re now saturated with broadcasting content
Read: Are there too many TV channels in today’s online age?How 1980s home computers paved the way for the internet
The explosion in 1980s home computers paved the way for the connected world of the 1990s, and widespread adoption of the internet
Read: How 1980s home computers paved the way for the internetHow quickly can fibre optic cables transmit data?
With fibre optic cable data transfer speeds hitting new records, it’s interesting to see how quickly these pipes can distribute digital data
Read: How quickly can fibre optic cables transmit data?Are QR codes safe to use?
The question of are QR codes safe has become a hot topic in our post-lockdown society, when it seems every public building requires a QR login
Read: Are QR codes safe to use?What broadband will I need for 8K TV?
8K TV is here, compatible sets are on sale and content is growing. But what broadband will you need to enjoy unprecedented clarity?
Read: What broadband will I need for 8K TV?A proprietary email address could save your small business
From garage enterprises to gateway businesses, a proprietary email address is one of the most important tools any small company can call upon
Read: A proprietary email address could save your small business