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Do I really need antivirus software?
Can you save money by not renewing or installing antivirus software subscriptions, or is this too much of a risk?
Read: Do I really need antivirus software?It might be time to get off social media, guys.
We weigh up the pros and cons of leaving social media to help you to make a potentially life-changing decision.
Read: It might be time to get off social media, guys.Could you save money by lowering your broadband speed?
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Knowing how to haggle down broadband prices could be invaluable in a year when price rises might hit 15 per cent.
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If you’re looking for the best web browser, it might pay to look beyond the obvious candidates.
Read: What’s the best modern web browser in 2023?House hunters should consider ever-changing available broadband speeds
Residential broadband speeds aren’t just a key factor in property marketing – they’re also constantly changing.
How to make the most of your Alexa devices
Making the most of Alexa involves getting under the skin of a system mostly used for radio stations and reminders.
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It’s not always easy to find out how much 4K content is available – even though it can influence your next TV purchase and subscription platform
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Generic broadband routers often struggle to achieve whole-home WiFi coverage, but there are easy ways to boost signal strength.
Read: How to get perfect WiFi coverage all over your homeCan my broadband provider increase prices during my contract?
We examine your consumer rights regarding mid-contract price rises in detail.
Read: Can my broadband provider increase prices during my contract?Easy ways to recover lost data from an old or crashed PC
Computer failure doesn’t have to mean disaster – we outline some easy ways to get your files back when things go wrong.
Laptops don’t last as long as desktop computers – here’s why
We investigate why laptop lifespans are considerably shorter than desktop computers, despite performing near-identical jobs.
Read: Laptops don’t last as long as desktop computers – here’s whyWhat is dropshipping, and how does it work?
What is dropshipping? The simple answer is ‘a way to get the goods you want more cheaply’
Read: What is dropshipping, and how does it work?How to avoid scams while you shop online this Christmas
Read: How to avoid scams while you shop online this ChristmasHow does in-car WiFi work?
In-car WiFi is the latest attempt at bridging the connectivity gap between our homes and our vehicles, promising seamless entertainment and communications
Read: How does in-car WiFi work?A beginner’s guide to cloud storage
What is cloud storage? It's worth knowing, since the cloud dominates today’s online experiences.
Read: A beginner’s guide to cloud storageHow to market a small business for free
Small business owners and startups across the UK are exploiting free business marketing tips to grow their brands.
Read: How to market a small business for freeWhat broadband speed do I need for working, streaming and gaming?
Minimum broadband speeds determine what type – and speed – of home internet connection you need.
Read: What broadband speed do I need for working, streaming and gaming?How are screen resolutions measured?
The question of how are screen resolutions measured has a surprisingly simple answer
Read: How are screen resolutions measured?Could 5G replace broadband?
The prospect of 5G replacing broadband might seem unlikely right now, but it could happen once additional bandwidth is released to mobile networks
Read: Could 5G replace broadband?What is the World Wide Web?
To understand what is the World Wide Web, we need to go back to an age when the internet existed but web browsing didn’t.
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Discovering your perfect domain name is already in use doesn’t necessarily stop you from buying it...
Read: How can I buy a domain name already in use?Photoshop is expensive: try these free photo editing programs
Free photo editing utilities can benefit consumers and small businesses alike, enabling you to improve and augment original images
Read: Photoshop is expensive: try these free photo editing programsWhy do I keep getting undeliverable notifications for emails I didn’t send?
Receiving undeliverable notifications for emails you never sent usually means you’re being targeted by malware.
Read: Why do I keep getting undeliverable notifications for emails I didn’t send?Top 5 tips to extend the life of your PC
Being able to extend the lifespan of your PC will maximise the value of this expensive piece of kit!
Read: Top 5 tips to extend the life of your PCHow 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.
Read: How to stay online if you can’t afford broadbandTop tips for Windows 11 users
These tips for Windows 11 users can simplify your transition to Microsoft’s latest operating system.
Read: Top tips for Windows 11 usersWhat are URLs?
Many people wouldn’t know how to answer the question ‘what are URLs’, yet the answer is surprisingly straightforward
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