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What is doxing, and why is it dangerous?
If you’ve ever wondered what is doxing, we explain the origins and dangers of this growing online phenomenon.
Read: What is doxing, and why is it dangerous?What should I do if a webpage won’t load?
If a webpage won't load, there are various steps which might help to resolve the situation
Read: What should I do if a webpage won’t load?The differences between ransomware, spyware and malware
Read: The differences between ransomware, spyware and malwareWhat are hyperlinks, and why do they matter?
We examine what are hyperlinks used for and how they act as the glue which holds the internet together.
Read: What are hyperlinks, and why do they matter?How far can WiFi signals travel?
We answer the question of how far can WiFi signals travel, and consider the factors reducing wireless router range in the home and garden.
Read: How far can WiFi signals travel?How to tell when your old computer is dying
Being able to tell when an old computer is dying – and knowing how to respond – could simplify the transition to a new device.
Should I jailbreak my smartphone?
Understanding the pros and cons of jailbroken smartphones helps you to decide whether to risk your device’s safety for extra functionality
Read: Should I jailbreak my smartphone?Moving house? It’s probably time to switch broadband providers.
It makes sense to change your ISP while moving house – but be prepared for a lack of connectivity after you move
Read: Moving house? It’s probably time to switch broadband providers.What is zero-day malware?
Read: What is zero-day malware?Are you happy with your ISP?
ISP satisfaction levels vary widely from one brand to the next, even if their products seem largely indistinguishable
Read: Are you happy with your ISP?Easy SEO wins for your website
Even small SEO wins can make a big difference to your website’s performance
Read: Easy SEO wins for your websiteThe hidden costs of not switching ISP
The hidden costs of not switching ISP are mounting up as cost-of-living pressures bite across the UK
Still using Windows 10? Time’s running out to upgrade
Consumers still using Windows 10 will soon have to make a key decision about their PCs
Read: Still using Windows 10? Time’s running out to upgradeWhat should I do if my online passwords are compromised?
We explain how to get your security back on track when your online passwords are compromised.
Read: What should I do if my online passwords are compromised?How to live without social media accounts
Read: How to live without social media accountsWhat are employee monitoring tools, and how do they work?
Employee monitoring tools are vital for home workers, but they come at the cost of personal privacy
Read: What are employee monitoring tools, and how do they work?What’s the surface web?
We rely heavily on the surface web every day, yet it’s only a tiny part of the wider internet
Read: What’s the surface web?How to run reverse image searches
Reverse image searches might sound complicated, but they’re easy to run – and surprisingly helpful
Read: How to run reverse image searchesHow to handle a sudden broadband outage
Sudden broadband outages are an unfortunate fact of life – here’s how to cope if your internet goes off
Read: How to handle a sudden broadband outageWhy too much screen time can be harmful
We investigate why too much screen time can be harmful for us – and especially for our children.
Read: Why too much screen time can be harmfulWhat are IPTV services, and are they legal?
They’re used by over 17 million people in Europe, but what are IPTV services?
Read: What are IPTV services, and are they legal?The best web browsers for privacy 2024
The best web browsers for privacy offer greater confidentiality than ever before – but which is best for your needs?
Read: The best web browsers for privacy 2024Why you should consider Linux for your next computer
Despite the advantages of Windows and macOS, you should also consider Linux when choosing a new computer
Read: Why you should consider Linux for your next computerHow to keep your hard drive working
If you can keep your hard drive working optimally, your computer’s lifespan will be hugely extended
Read: How to keep your hard drive workingWhat are cookies, and can I avoid them?
The question “What are cookies” has different answers for consumers, businesses and advertisers
Read: What are cookies, and can I avoid them?How to get rid of unwanted electronics safely and responsibly
Before discarding old consumer electronics, it’s worth thinking about where they go – and the environmental impact
Read: How to get rid of unwanted electronics safely and responsiblyHow does Bluetooth work?
How does Bluetooth work? The answer is using some decidedly low-tech communications
Read: How does Bluetooth work?Top security tips for safe online banking
As digital banking continues to increase, safe online banking tips are vital to keep you – and your money – safe.
Read: Top security tips for safe online bankingWhy don’t we have broadband in our cars?
In-car infotainment systems continue to evolve beyond mere music players, but broadband in cars remains beyond our reach.
Read: Why don’t we have broadband in our cars?- 2024
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