How has UK broadband changed in the last 25 years?
UK broadband has seen many changes since the millennium, but have they all been beneficial?


UK broadband has seen many changes since the millennium, but have they all been beneficial?
We explore some of the many broadband tips which won't actually work in terms of improving internet connection speed and reliability
Read: Common broadband tips (which won’t really work)Negotiating a lower broadband bill could help to ease the pressure on household finances at a uniquely difficult time.
Read: How to approach negotiating a lower broadband bill with your ISPStaying connected in airports can keep children entertained and reduce anxiety levels among adults.
Read: How to stay connected online in airports this summerNetwork or service problems can derail daily life, but sometimes the problems lie closer to home…
Read: How to tell if your ISP is having network or service problemsIf you’re desperate to boost slow broadband, these simple hacks and tips could significantly improve your connectivity
Children's TV shows retain their magic even in the internet age, but finding them can be challenging
Read: The best places to find children’s TV showsFrom man caves to home office studios, there are many elements to consider if you want to build a media centre at home
Read: How to build a media centre at homeThere are many platforms claiming to be among the best online review websites – but how can you tell?
Read: How to find the best online review websitesAffiliate marketing increasingly underpins free internet content, but it’s important to understand how it works from a consumer perspective
Read: What is affiliate marketing?Proposals to restrict or ban screen time for children are highly contentious. We consider the pros and cons
To make the most of TripAdvisor, you need to know how to navigate an increasingly complex and unintuitive platform
Read: How to make the most of TripAdvisorThere’s a surprisingly long list of things do before selling an old computer to keep your data safe
Read: Protecting your data when selling an old computerLiving without internet access might seem impractical, but it’s a reality for millions of people.
Read: Living without internet access at homeEven with the latest smartphones, knowing how to take good photos requires a blend of skill, patience and knowledge
Read: How to take and edit quality smartphone photosAltnets provide an alternative to Openreach-powered ISPs – but should you consider their services?
Read: What are altnets?It’s becoming harder to protect yourself against fake news. We explain how to separate fact from fiction
Read: How to protect yourself against fake newsDifferent broadband contract lengths have unique merits. We explain which might work best in different scenarios
Read: The pros and cons of different broadband contract lengthsIt may be tempting to consume pirated content, but you can’t ignore the legal and safety risks.
Read: The risks of consuming pirated contentWhat 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?Online job interviews require a very different mindset to a face-to-face interview. We explain what you need to know, do and check
Read: How to prepare for an online job interviewOur beginner's guide to speakers explains why these often unheralded devices can transform your gaming, streaming and working life
Read: A beginner’s guide to speakersWebsite 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 meanA sixth generation of cellular communications is in development, but is 6G really needed when 5G hasn’t achieved its full potential?
Read: What do we know about 6G?As a second-generation product arrives on the market, we consider the pros and cons of Sky Glass
Read: The pros and cons of Sky GlassAwful 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 AprilWith 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?