Broadband Guides

What does the World Broadband Association do?

You probably haven’t heard of the World Broadband Association, but their mission is to improve global internet access and connection quality

How to take screenshots – and why you might want to

Knowing how to take screenshots can simplify many aspects of online life, from password management to complaints escalation

The value of broadband line speed checks

Broadband line speed checks serve numerous purposes – including advising your ISP on where connection problems may lie

What is live streaming?

What is the Wayback Machine, and how can I use it?

The Wayback Machine is more than just a glimpse of bygone times – it’s a genuinely useful resource

Coping strategies when online services go offline

When online services go offline, the initial response may be more panicked than is really necessary

Why you shouldn’t turn your broadband router off overnight

It may be tempting to turn your broadband router off overnight, but it’s a bad idea for several reasons.

How to use What3Words

When used correctly, What3Words can be an invaluable navigation tool, even if you’re not especially tech-literate

The most important factors when choosing a new ISP – ranked

Choosing a new ISP involves a variety of competing attributes. We explain how to prioritise the most important ones

What are Trojans?

When to use a VPN – and when not to

We explain when to use a VPN (and when not to) depending on your need for privacy, speed and safety

What are the differences between NOW TV and Sky TV?

NOW TV and Sky TV both offer live and on-demand content across your internet connection, but there are significant differences

How social media algorithms can literally change your mind

Social media algorithms may be designed to reinforce existing beliefs, but they’re also rewiring our brains without us realising

The best broadband routers in 2024

The best broadband routers will make you wonder why you persevered with your ISP-supplied hardware for so long

Should I consider no-contract broadband?

Signing up to no-contract broadband frees you from long-term commitments, but it does involve some compromises

How is broadband defined?

Should there be automatic compensation for broadband outages?

Automatic compensation for broadband outages is being discussed for businesses, mirroring a scheme already offered to consumers

How to handle the closure of a cloud storage provider

A cloud storage provider closing could cause anxiety, but it’s relatively easy to switch cloud hosting providers

Would you move house for faster broadband?

Few of us would move house for faster broadband alone, but the prospect of better connectivity could swing a finely balanced decision

How to resolve the most common broadband complaints

Common broadband complaints often have surprisingly simple solutions which mean you don’t need to call your ISP or switch provider

Fed up with the Spotify algorithm? There are alternatives…

Amid growing consumer concerns around Spotify and its rivals, we look at alternatives to music streaming services

What are paywalls?

Paywalls are the main alternative to advertising when it comes to making online services economically viable

The best job websites in the UK

Whether you’re looking for a new career, a freelance role or a side hustle, the best job websites in the UK have you covered

Where to watch live football online this season

With a new season almost upon us, there are plenty of ways to watch live football online, with and without a subscription

Five things your next computer needs – and five things it doesn’t

There are some things your next computer needs, and many features you could probably live without.

What features should I look for in a new laptop?

New laptop features vary hugely by price, operating system and manufacturer. We explain what to look for

How targeted is targeted advertising?

Targeted advertising is the tip of an iceberg of personal data endlessly being resold across the internet

Ten ways to make the most of LinkedIn

It’s important to make the most of LinkedIn if you want to boost your career, including these little-known tips

Is there any need for broadband speeds faster than 1Gbps?

The prospect of broadband speeds faster than 1Gbps might seem appealing, but there’s little benefit to consumers.

A beginner’s guide to chatbots

Our beginner's guide to chatbots explains what these automated tools are, how they help us – and why they’re occasionally infuriating

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