Broadband Guides: Consumer Advice

Home broadband from mobile operators

It's worth considering switching broadband to a mobile operator as an alternative to market leaders like BT, Sky and Plusnet

How to create a home office in the garden

In the first in a series of working-from-home features, we consider how to create a home office in the garden

Zoom, Teams or Meet?

Making a choice between Zoom, Teams or Meet is often a matter of personal preference, depending on your integration with existing software

How to avoid buying a bad computer

The easiest tech for staying connected with grandparents.

Staying connected is essential, but not always easy for the elderly.

Getting started with BritBox

BritBox is the latest entrant to the increasingly crowded streaming media sector, but what does it offer and how easy is it to navigate?

Is my broadband tax-deductible?

With millions of people now working from home, it’s important to understand whether your broadband is tax-deductible or not

Common broadband customer service issues – and how to respond

We consider some of the most common broadband customer service issues, identifying ways to respond to them and help resolve them

How to tell native advertising from normal content

Common blogging mistakes – and how to avoid them

What size of computer monitor should I choose?

There is fierce debate about the optimal monitor size, and the conclusion often depends on your own requirements and tastes

How to work al fresco without losing productivity

Working outside productively represents one of the most compelling advantages of working from home, though it poses some specific challenges

Why cost isn’t the only reason to switch broadband provider

There are various reasons why you might decide to switch broadband provider, and cost – though important – is by no means the only one

Productivity software for home working

The home-working revolution has had a timely boost thanks to lockdown, and productivity software for home working can provide valuable assistance

Protecting your mental health online

Protecting your mental health online has never been more important, and there are easy ways to ensure the online world doesn’t become overwhelming

How to earn rewards for browsing online

The importance of reviewing and renewing your broadband contract

Even if you have a busy family life and a demanding career, it’s vital to set aside time for reviewing and renewing your broadband contract

Ways to boost slow WiFi speeds

A guide to Big Tech alternatives.

It seems like we’re reliant on a small group of companies, are there alternatives?

Quick tips for boosting home broadband speed

Boosting speed can transform activities like streaming, gaming and accessing cloud storage

How to build your own website on a budget

How to make your new laptop last longer

Why are broadband contracts getting longer?

Healthy online activities if you can’t sleep

Wifi has brought the world into our bedrooms, whether we want it or not

Will Coronavirus stop me getting a new broadband deal?

Worried whether your switch will go ahead? Here's everything you need to know.

What are the best streaming services for children?

The best music streaming services

Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant?

The pros and cons of buying a Chromebook

Ten tips for spotting fake online reviews

The best and worst broadband firms for Netflix streaming

Staying connected during a house move

Your right to broadband of at least 10Mbps

The best broadband routers for 2020

Online apps and services for people with memory loss

The best free email providers

Do I need my landlord’s permission to install broadband?

How to tell if you’re overpaying for broadband

What do I do if my broadband bill’s wrong?

Don't be afraid to question your provider if something seems off!

How to keep the internet from harming your health

Broadband brings blessings and curses - here's how to mitigate the downsides.

Can you trust ecommerce product reviews?

With online shopping more popular than ever, how much faith can we put in the ubiquitous star-ratings?

How to get the best value out of Black Friday – every year

Are you prepared for the biggest deal day of the year?

Netflix or Amazon Prime?

How to haggle for cheaper broadband

It may not come naturally to us Brits, but sometimes you need to negotiate to get the best offer.

Why it’s getting easier to make internet voice calls

How can we spot fake news?

In an evolving media landscape, we all need to tread carefully.

What is Facebook Portal?

Minimum connection speeds for common online activities

What is Britbox, and how do I get it?

The latest addition to the crowded TV Streaming market may struggle to break through

How can the government’s broadband USO help you?

New broadband Universal Service Obligation will give us all the right decent broadband under £45 a month.