These common mistakes are leaving your broadband router open to attack
Broadband router security isn’t something many people concern themselves with, yet it’s a vital aspect of online safety.


Broadband router security isn’t something many people concern themselves with, yet it’s a vital aspect of online safety.


Dark mode is an underrated aspect of modern computing, combining health and environmental benefits
Read: What is dark mode, and why should I use it?Personally identifiable information is the default currency in most cybercrime and online fraud. Here’s what you need to know
Read: Why you need to look after your personally identifiable informationWith widespread confusion surrounding what are IP addresses, we explain why the internet wouldn’t work without them
Read: What are IP addresses, and how do they identify us?Broadband rebrands are a common facet of internet services, but a rebranded ISP shouldn’t affect your connection
Read: Does it matter if my ISP is taken over or rebranded?Most new homes now have broadband connections pre-installed by full fibre ISPs, but why has this become the case?

Many consumers remain unaware they should be receiving automatic compensation for broadband issues.
Read: You’re entitled to automatic compensation for broadband issuesBroadband connection problems affect most of us at some point, but how are they defined and what causes them?
Read: How are broadband connection problems defined?No-contract broadband is a great option for many consumers, but it does bring some disadvantages as well.
Read: Pros and Cons of no-contract broadband dealsCracked passwords represent an existential threat to your online safety. Here’s how to avoid the pitfalls.
Read: Could your passwords be cracked in three minutes?Reddit has recently risen to prominence in search rankings. We explain why, and explore what this social media site has to offer

Being able to look for jobs online can open up new career opportunities, but it’s not without challenges
Read: How to look for jobs onlineThere are many broadband careers on offer, and some should be immune to encroachment from AI.
Read: What careers can the broadband sector offer young people?It’s not always easy to find a foreign ISP when emigrating or moving overseas, but these tips will help
Read: How do I find a foreign ISP if I’m moving overseas?The next generation of routers are in development, but does WiFi 7 bring anything new to the table, sideboard or shelf?
Read: Are WiFi 7 routers worth having?If you want to cancel your home broadband, our guide explains everything you should know.
Read: How to cancel home broadbandYou’ve probably heard the phrase ‘AI slop’ – but what does it mean, and how can you avoid it?
Read: What is AI slop, and how can I identify it?Emergency alerts will be tested on our mobile devices soon, but what are these national alerts meant to achieve?
Read: What do emergency alerts achieve?Google AI Overviews are leading the AI revolution – despite being damaging and often inaccurate
Read: Why you should scroll past Google AI Overview resultsUK broadband has seen many changes since the millennium, but have they all been beneficial?
Read: How has UK broadband changed in the last 25 years?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 ISPA broken router spells disaster in the short term, but there are easy ways to resolve this issue
Read: What to do if your router breaksStaying 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
Read: Quick ways to boost slow broadbandChildren'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 shows
