What is zero-day malware?
Zero-day malware is too new to be caught by most antivirus packages. We explain how to stay safe
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Are you happy with your ISP?
ISP satisfaction levels vary widely from one brand to the next, even if their products seem largely indistinguishable
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Even small SEO wins can make a big difference to your website’s performance
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Read: The hidden costs of not switching ISPStill 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.
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Life can be less stressful once you learn how to live without social media accounts and re-embrace traditional technologies
What 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
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
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We investigate why too much screen time can be harmful for us – and especially for our children.
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They’re used by over 17 million people in Europe, but what are IPTV services?
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?
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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
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?How much should you spend on a new computer?
New computer costs vary hugely, so what do you need to spend to get a decent new device?
Read: How much should you spend on a new computer?How to stay online while moving house in 2024
We explain how to stay online while moving house – a crucial yet often overlooked part of relocating.
Read: How to stay online while moving house in 2024What are torrents?
The question ‘what are torrents’ can be answered quite simply, considering how complex these file sharing protocols are.
Read: What are torrents?The top 6 best messaging apps for 2024
The best messaging apps for 2024 will keep business and personal communications flowing – providing other people are willing to use them
Read: The top 6 best messaging apps for 2024What are the risks of investing in cryptocurrency?
The risks of investing in cryptocurrency are considerable – and the rewards on offer are dwindling.
Read: What are the risks of investing in cryptocurrency?How to revive an old computer with a factory reset
Even if your PC or Mac is starting to fail, it’s often possible to revive an old computer by restoring it to factory defaults.
Read: How to revive an old computer with a factory resetWhat are biometrics, and how do they keep us safe?
We examine the world of biometrics, including an exploration of what are biometrics used for
Read: What are biometrics, and how do they keep us safe?What do the lights on my broadband router mean?
Broadband router lights aren’t just a flickering irritation – they’re conveying important information
Read: What do the lights on my broadband router mean?How to handle notspots
If you find yourself in a data notspot, there are ways to circumvent their drag on device connectivity.
Read: How to handle notspots- 2024
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