How to make the most of your Alexa devices
Making the most of Alexa involves getting under the skin of a system mostly used for radio stations and reminders.
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!
Analysis: remote and hybrid working will remain the new normal
Hybrid working has become the default position in many employment sectors, with numerous factors preventing full-time returns to the office.
Read: Analysis: remote and hybrid working will remain the new normalWhere can I watch 4K content in 2023?
It’s not always easy to find out how much 4K content is available – even though it can influence your next TV purchase and subscription platform
Read: Where can I watch 4K content in 2023?How to get broadband without without a landline in 2023
It’s quite possible to live without a landline nowadays, and in many cases, it won’t affect your broadband provision.
Read: How to get broadband without without a landline in 2023How to get perfect WiFi coverage all over your home
Generic broadband routers often struggle to achieve whole-home WiFi coverage, but there are easy ways to boost signal strength.
Read: How to get perfect WiFi coverage all over your homeCan my broadband provider increase prices during my contract?
We examine your consumer rights regarding mid-contract price rises in detail.
Read: Can my broadband provider increase prices during my contract?Revealed: who owns the UK’s broadband firms?
We investigate who owns UK broadband firms, and uncover some surprising answers along the way.
Easy ways to recover lost data from an old or crashed PC
Computer failure doesn’t have to mean disaster – we outline some easy ways to get your files back when things go wrong.
Read: Easy ways to recover lost data from an old or crashed PCLaptops don’t last as long as desktop computers – here’s why
We investigate why laptop lifespans are considerably shorter than desktop computers, despite performing near-identical jobs.
Read: Laptops don’t last as long as desktop computers – here’s whyWhat is dropshipping, and how does it work?
What is dropshipping? The simple answer is ‘a way to get the goods you want more cheaply’
Read: What is dropshipping, and how does it work?How to avoid scams while you shop online this Christmas
In a year when every pound we spend has to work harder than usual, it's important to steer clear of rip-offs and fraud.
Read: How to avoid scams while you shop online this ChristmasWorld Broadband Association predicts 50Gbps fibre by 2030
Connections 50 times the current fastest could be found in our homes within a decade. What could you do with that much speed?
Read: World Broadband Association predicts 50Gbps fibre by 2030Peloton still high on Christmas wishlists despite post-pandemic struggles
The smart exercise-bike phenomenon has had a tough year, but for those with deep pockets Peloton is top of the leaderboard.
How does in-car WiFi work?
In-car WiFi is the latest attempt at bridging the connectivity gap between our homes and our vehicles, promising seamless entertainment and communications
Read: How does in-car WiFi work?Ofcom report reveals the state of British Broadband in 2022
Average speeds are on the up, but UK cities still lag well behind worldwide neighbours.
Read: Ofcom report reveals the state of British Broadband in 2022Deepfakes threaten our perceptions and wellbeing
AI-generated video fakes may be the latest insidious threat to online safety. Here's how to spot one.
Read: Deepfakes threaten our perceptions and wellbeingA beginner’s guide to cloud storage
What is cloud storage? It's worth knowing, since the cloud dominates today’s online experiences.
Read: A beginner’s guide to cloud storageBlack Friday 2022: Pros and Cons of shopping online
The coming weeks will see a surge in spending - here are some points to consider when shopping online this winter.
Read: Black Friday 2022: Pros and Cons of shopping onlineHow to market a small business for free
Small business owners and startups across the UK are exploiting free business marketing tips to grow their brands.
Read: How to market a small business for freeWhat broadband speed do I need for working, streaming and gaming?
Minimum broadband speeds determine what type – and speed – of home internet connection you need.
Read: What broadband speed do I need for working, streaming and gaming?How are screen resolutions measured?
The question of how are screen resolutions measured has a surprisingly simple answer
Read: How are screen resolutions measured?How JPEGs became the world’s default image format
The JPEG file format has become the only one you’re ever likely to use for photographs.
Read: How JPEGs became the world’s default image formatCould 5G replace broadband?
The prospect of 5G replacing broadband might seem unlikely right now, but it could happen once additional bandwidth is released to mobile networks
Read: Could 5G replace broadband?What is the World Wide Web?
To understand what is the World Wide Web, we need to go back to an age when the internet existed but web browsing didn’t.
Read: What is the World Wide Web?How can I buy a domain name already in use?
Discovering your perfect domain name is already in use doesn’t necessarily stop you from buying it...
Read: How can I buy a domain name already in use?Photoshop is expensive: try these free photo editing programs
Free photo editing utilities can benefit consumers and small businesses alike, enabling you to improve and augment original images
Read: Photoshop is expensive: try these free photo editing programsWhy do I keep getting undeliverable notifications for emails I didn’t send?
Receiving undeliverable notifications for emails you never sent usually means you’re being targeted by malware.
Read: Why do I keep getting undeliverable notifications for emails I didn’t send?The UK broadband market is shrinking
The consolidation of brands may not be a cause for concern, but it’ll be notable when you look for a new provider.
Read: The UK broadband market is shrinkingBeware: keystroke logging malware on the rise
This favoured technique of hackers and cybercriminals is a growing phenomenon internet users should be wary of.
Read: Beware: keystroke logging malware on the riseTop 5 tips to extend the life of your PC
Being able to extend the lifespan of your PC will maximise the value of this expensive piece of kit!
Read: Top 5 tips to extend the life of your PC