Broadband Guides

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

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

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

The differences between ransomware, spyware and malware

There’s a common assumption that they’re all the same, yet the differences between ransomware, spyware and malware are significant.

What 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.

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.

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?

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

What is zero-day malware?

Zero-day malware is too new to be caught by most antivirus packages. We explain how to stay safe

Are you happy with your ISP?

ISP satisfaction levels vary widely from one brand to the next, even if their products seem largely indistinguishable

Easy SEO wins for your website

Even small SEO wins can make a big difference to your website’s performance

The 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

What 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.

How to live without social media accounts

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

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

How to run reverse image searches

Reverse image searches might sound complicated, but they’re easy to run – and surprisingly helpful

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

Why too much screen time can be harmful

We investigate why too much screen time can be harmful for us – and especially for our children.

What are IPTV services, and are they legal?

They’re used by over 17 million people in Europe, but what are IPTV services?