How to stay online if you can’t afford broadband
Many households are facing a financial scenario where they can't afford broadband, but there are ways to stay online without an ISP.


Many households are facing a financial scenario where they can't afford broadband, but there are ways to stay online without an ISP.
These tips for Windows 11 users can simplify your transition to Microsoft’s latest operating system.
Read: Top tips for Windows 11 usersMany people wouldn’t know how to answer the question ‘what are URLs’, yet the answer is surprisingly straightforward
Read: What are URLs?Smart TVs are ubiquitous, but it’s still possible to buy a television which isn’t internet enabled.
Read: Do I have to buy a smart TV nowadays?We explore the phenomenon of zombie computer networks, explaining what are botnets used for and how they’re assembled
Read: What is a botnet?The choice between Google or Bing isn’t as clear-cut as you might think. You’re probably using both search engines without even realising it
Choosing a printer is a minefield, but many of today’s models are impressively fast and affordable to run.
Read: How to choose the best printer in 2022ISPs do everything they can to stop latency affecting consumer internet access, but we can play our part as well
Read: How to stop latency ruining your online experiencesStarting college or uni this autumn in a shared property? Here’s what you need to know about student broadband contracts.
Read: How to choose the best deal for student broadbandIf you want to watch live football at home, platform divergence and rising living costs mean tough decisions need to be made.
Read: Where can I watch live football?There are growing concerns that a broadband provider strike may happen in the next few months.
Setting up parental controls on your wifi ensures younger members of the household can’t stumble across age-inappropriate content.
Read: How to set parental controls on broadband useYou’ve probably heard about it online, amid lots of excitable chatter. But what is the metaverse, and what will it involve?
Read: What is the metaverse?Consumer rights are limited if your broadband provider ceases trading, but with preparation you should be able to stay connected.
Read: What happens if my internet provider goes bust?When deciding how to choose a new laptop, you need to consider what the computer will be used for, where, and when
Read: How to choose a new laptopAs ISPs struggle to improve broadband infrastructure in remote or sparsely-populated regions, bonded broadband offers a workaround.
Read: What’s bonded broadband?Some of our belongings and possessions will outlast us all, but there are now compelling reasons to try and extend the lifespan of electronic devices as well
Read: How to extend the lifespan of electronic devicesThere’s no definitive answer to the question of how fast should broadband be, but it’s possible to calculate minimum requirements fairly easily.
Read: How fast do I need my broadband to be?It’s more important than ever to avoid broadband scams nowadays, since our reliance on the internet has never been greater.
Read: How to avoid being scammed by a fake ISP ’employee’You don’t need to be a computing expert to launch an online store, with platforms simplifying site construction and ecommerce alike
Read: How to launch an online store quickly and easilyDespite attempts by streaming services to muscle in on crown jewels sporting events, the government are determined to maintain a degree of free-to-air coverage
Read: What are Crown Jewels sporting events?When money's tight, cheaper home broadband could help you fight back against the rising costs of living
Read: How to get a discount on your broadbandTor browser uses are many and varied, from safe communications in warzones to avoiding geolocation restrictions
Read: What can I do with the Tor browser?Broadband connection speeds might seem mysterious, but there are easy ways to check your home’s upload and download speeds.
Read: Do you know your broadband connection speed?Our gaming PC buying guide explains what to look for when buying a rig to run today’s most resource-intensive software titles.
Read: How to choose a PC for gamingIn our beginner's guide to WordPress, we explain how to use the software underpinning over a third of all websites currently in existence
Read: A beginner’s guide to WordPressOver 4 million low-income households in the UK could cut up to 50% off broadband bills by switching to a 'social tariff'.
Read: How to get a broadband discount with Universal Credit