Should I jailbreak my smartphone?
Understanding the pros and cons of jailbroken smartphones helps you to decide whether to risk your device’s safety for extra functionality
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!
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It makes sense to change your ISP while moving house – but be prepared for a lack of connectivity after you move
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Zero-day malware is too new to be caught by most antivirus packages. We explain how to stay safe
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ISP satisfaction levels vary widely from one brand to the next, even if their products seem largely indistinguishable
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A new Act of Parliament means simple passwords are no longer acceptable on many domestic devices.
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Even small SEO wins can make a big difference to your website’s performance
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The hidden costs of not switching ISP are mounting up as cost-of-living pressures bite across the UK
Scotland lags behind the rest of the UK for high-speed broadband
High-speed broadband in Scotland was supposed to be universal by now. Instead, it remains a postcode lottery.
Read: Scotland lags behind the rest of the UK for high-speed broadbandStill using Windows 10? Time’s running out to upgrade
Consumers still using Windows 10 will soon have to make a key decision about their PCs
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The UK's biggest ISP was its only telecommunications company before competition arrived in the 1980s.
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We explain how to get your security back on track when your online passwords are compromised.
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Life can be less stressful once you learn how to live without social media accounts and re-embrace traditional technologies
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Vandalism against our broadband infrastructure is on the rise – what's happening, and how will it affect you?
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Employee monitoring tools are vital for home workers, but they come at the cost of personal privacy
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We rely heavily on the surface web every day, yet it’s only a tiny part of the wider internet
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Staying safe on dating sites and apps is vitally important, with bad actors and scammers lurking on every platform
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Reverse image searches might sound complicated, but they’re easy to run – and surprisingly helpful
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Sudden broadband outages are an unfortunate fact of life – here’s how to cope if your internet goes off
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We investigate why too much screen time can be harmful for us – and especially for our children.
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WiFi 7 is officially on the way, bringing new range and performance to WiFi routers across the UK
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Landline phone exchanges are becoming relics, just as a new cabling issue arises on our streets.
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If you can keep your hard drive working optimally, your computer’s lifespan will be hugely extended
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The question “What are cookies” has different answers for consumers, businesses and advertisers
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Before discarding old consumer electronics, it’s worth thinking about where they go – and the environmental impact
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Compromised passwords are a popular target for hackers and scammers – and many of us are in the firing line.
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