How 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


Sudden broadband outages are an unfortunate fact of life – here’s how to cope if your internet goes off
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 harmfulThey’re used by over 17 million people in Europe, but what are IPTV services?
Read: What are IPTV services, and are they legal?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 computerIf you can keep your hard drive working optimally, your computer’s lifespan will be hugely extended
Read: How to keep your hard drive workingThe question “What are cookies” has different answers for consumers, businesses and advertisers
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? The answer is using some decidedly low-tech communications
Read: How does Bluetooth work?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?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?We explain how to stay online while moving house – a crucial yet often overlooked part of relocating.
The question ‘what are torrents’ can be answered quite simply, considering how complex these file sharing protocols are.
Read: What are torrents?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 2024Even 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 resetWe 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?Broadband router lights aren’t just a flickering irritation – they’re conveying important information
Read: What do the lights on my broadband router mean?If you find yourself in a data notspot, there are ways to circumvent their drag on device connectivity.
Read: How to handle notspotsIt’s been thirty years since online advertising first crept into our lives, and this industry has evolved at a phenomenal rate
Read: Online advertising’s evolution over the last 30 yearsOur beginner's guide to Outlook explains why this email package offers more than most people realise.
Read: A beginner’s guide to OutlookUsing Wikipedia is surprisingly easy, but editing the world’s biggest online encyclopaedia is much more complex.
Read: A beginner’s guide to using WikipediaUsing a webcam safely involves a little advanced planning – and plenty of common sense.
Read: Dos and don’ts when using a webcamDeleting personal data from old devices is crucial to protecting yourself against identity theft, data loss – and strange phone calls…
Read: How to make sure your old tech doesn’t reveal personal dataBookmarks and favourites are one of the internet’s least treasured resources, despite their hidden value
Read: How to make the most of bookmarks and favouritesKnowing how to clean a computer properly could add years to its lifespan, while protecting you against real-world viruses.
Read: How to properly clean a computerComputer coding underpins everything our laptops, tables and smartphones do, yet it’s hugely misunderstood
Read: A beginner’s guide to codingThe definition of full fibre broadband is a mystery to many consumers, despite Ofcom’s attempts at clarifying it
Read: How is ‘full fibre broadband’ defined?Being able to keep working when your broadband fails can make an offline period surprisingly productive.
Read: How to keep working when your broadband fails