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FACT: You don’t have to use the wifi router your ISP supplies

ISP branded routers are often disappointingly cheap and inefficient - switching could make a huge difference

How to acquire a domain name that’s already been registered

You may not think it’s possible to get that dream domain if someone beat you to it...

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

How a cheap webcam cover could save you from extortion threats

Protecting your webcam is a simple step, but it could provide valuable peace of mind if you start receiving blackmail emails

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

Getting started with OneDrive

Microsoft’s cloud storage system isn’t the most intuitive, but it’s powerful and is integrated into Windows 10

How to start a Patreon

In 2020, making money online is more important than ever, here’s one way of doing it!

How to improve online password security

There are easy ways to improve online password security, which remains a troublesome aspect of the online experience for many people

How to avoid any embarrassing Zoom call fails!

What can you still do with the BBC Red Button?

The BBC Red Button has earned a reprieve, but what does this interactive text service allow you to do?

How to change your router’s DNS settings

Easily improve your broadband speed and security by changing your home network settings.

How to view tweets from a suspended Twitter account.

Want to share a Tweet with a friend but the account is suspended? Here’s a quick work around!

Staying safe on social media

As people become increasingly aware of how much data they’re sharing online, staying safe on social media is becoming a hot topic

What is a mailer daemon?

Despite its rather sinister name, a mailer daemon is a vital component of email delivery – the bearer of bad news when a message can’t be delivered

What is bandwidth, and how does it help with broadband?

How to clean up your social media accounts without deleting them.

Clean up your online footprint to protect yourself from past mistakes!

Change your DNS settings for better speeds and security!

This little known trick could drastically improve your browsing.

How to avoid buying a bad computer

It’s easy to avoid buying a bad computer nowadays, even if you’re not confident about a particular device’s technical specifications or your own requirements

Easy ways to introduce messaging and video calling apps with older relatives.

Break down the barriers of lockdown using video chat!

The best add-ons for video calls

Video calls might feel less awkward now, but they could still be easier. Here are the best add ons for video chats.

The easiest tech for staying connected with grandparents.

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

Why does Hull not have BT or Openreach infrastructure?

Telephone services and broadband in Hull are different to the rest of the country, owing to a curious historic anomaly

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

Using the Tor app

The Tor app provides a smartphone-friendly way to keep your home broadband activities below the radar of cookies, search engines and even the authorities

Is bitcoin a scam?

Bitcoin scams are endemic, but the world’s first decentralised cryptocurrency does have some merit if you can forgive its many flaws

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

What are the best productivity apps for a pandemic?

With the pandemic forcing us to spend more time at home, what are the best productivity apps for work and play?

How to choose a new website address

It’s often an afterthought when launching a new online platform, but it’s crucial to choose a new website address which helps it stand out in a congested market

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FACT: You don’t have to use the wifi router your ISP supplies