Broadband Guides

Do I really need to do system updates on my computer?

They are annoying and often inconveniently timed, but system updates can be crucial for the health of your PC or Mac.

Staying safe: how to tackle online extortion

Recognising and understanding online extortion could prove invaluable if you find yourself being threatened or coerced.

Could a desktop PC last forever?

Desktop PCs are highly accessible and constructed using separate components, so can a PC last forever in the right hands?

What is HTTPS, and why does it matter?

Tips for freeing up hard drive space

Freeing up hard drive space helps maintain your computer’s functionality, and it doesn’t require a computing degree

Help! Why won’t my computer connect to the internet?

If your computer won't connect to the internet, there are plenty of things you can try before contacting your ISP’s technical support team.

How much information about you is on the internet?

The vast quantities of personal data online represent a goldmine for companies, but a minefield for consumers

The best and worst places to put your broadband router

Where you keep your wifi router can have a surprisingly big impact on the quality of your broadband connection.

How to get the most out of your smart TV

Smart TVs offer a world of connectivity, but most of us are guilty of under-utilising this valuable resource

Tips for avoiding clickbait

How to get a better broadband deal by understanding jargon

Broadband terminology is often confusing. We explain what it all means, to help you negotiate a better deal on your next contract.

Ten tips to improve your cybersecurity at home

Methods for improving domestic cybersecurity include password management, router reboots and deleting unsolicited emails.

Wait, what happened to the metaverse?

Hailed by some as the future of the internet, the metaverse is dead. What went wrong?

How to get the most out of Google Maps

From house hunting to traffic data, Google Maps has many uses beyond its core mapping and navigation duties.

A guide to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto provide a bridge between home broadband and your car’s infotainment system

How to choose an antivirus package

How does crowdfunding work?

Crowdfunding campaigns harness the internet to generate finance for corporate products and personal activities alike.

The unknown benefits of restarting your wifi router

Benefits of rebooting your router include improved performance, greater reliability and a longer lifespan.

Which is better – Mac or PC?

The Mac vs PC debate has endured for decades, but in 2023, it’s a more nuanced decision than before

A beginner’s guide to computer cables

Computer cables come in all shapes and sizes, though help is on the way courtesy of our old friends in the EU

Automatic updates might be causing your slow broadbad

Automatic updates might not seem an obvious cause of slow broadband, but they can dramatically slow down your system.

How does UK broadband connect to the wider internet?

UK broadband only works as part of a global network, buried beneath the seabed around our coastline.

How does remote PC access work?

Remote PC access unlocks your files and folders across the internet, for offsite working and tech support alike

The importance of internal links and backlinks to website SEO

Many factors influence website SEO, but hyperlinks are a vital component of ensuring pages rank highly in search results

What is bloatware, and how can I tackle it?

Bloatware is the scourge of modern computers, smartphones and tablets. Let's tackle it head-on!

A beginner’s guide to TikTok

Our beginner's guide to TikTok profiles this phenomenally popular social media app

How much free streaming content is available in the UK?

We investigate how much free streaming content UK consumers can access.

What is ChatGPT?

We get under the skin of ChatGPT and put the headline-generating AI to the test for ourselves.

A beginner’s guide to LinkedIn

Our beginner's guide to LinkedIn explains how this vital social networking tool helps employees and businesses alike

How to recognise and avoid modern spam emails

Avoiding spam emails is easier than ever, because ISPs have invested huge amounts of time and energy in combating them.

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Do I really need to do system updates on my computer?