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How big a threat is spyware?
The spyware threat is real – but there are plenty of things you can do to reduce your risk of becoming a victim
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If you’re looking for boxsets to binge on as the nights draw in, we have ten left-field streaming suggestions to consider
Read: Ten boxsets to binge on this winterHow to choose a web browser that works for you
Read: How to choose a web browser that works for youWhat does the World Broadband Association do?
You probably haven’t heard of the World Broadband Association, but their mission is to improve global internet access and connection quality
Read: What does the World Broadband Association do?How to take screenshots – and why you might want to
Knowing how to take screenshots can simplify many aspects of online life, from password management to complaints escalation
Read: How to take screenshots – and why you might want toThe value of broadband line speed checks
Broadband line speed checks serve numerous purposes – including advising your ISP on where connection problems may lie
What is the Wayback Machine, and how can I use it?
The Wayback Machine is more than just a glimpse of bygone times – it’s a genuinely useful resource
Read: What is the Wayback Machine, and how can I use it?Coping strategies when online services go offline
When online services go offline, the initial response may be more panicked than is really necessary
Read: Coping strategies when online services go offlineWhy you shouldn’t turn your broadband router off overnight
Read: Why you shouldn’t turn your broadband router off overnightHow to use What3Words
When used correctly, What3Words can be an invaluable navigation tool, even if you’re not especially tech-literate
Read: How to use What3WordsThe most important factors when choosing a new ISP – ranked
Choosing a new ISP involves a variety of competing attributes. We explain how to prioritise the most important ones
Read: The most important factors when choosing a new ISP – rankedWhat are Trojans?
What are Trojans? Only the most insidious – and potentially damaging – form of malware
When to use a VPN – and when not to
We explain when to use a VPN (and when not to) depending on your need for privacy, speed and safety
Read: When to use a VPN – and when not toWhat are the differences between NOW TV and Sky TV?
NOW TV and Sky TV both offer live and on-demand content across your internet connection, but there are significant differences
Read: What are the differences between NOW TV and Sky TV?The best broadband routers in 2024
Read: The best broadband routers in 2024Should I consider no-contract broadband?
Signing up to no-contract broadband frees you from long-term commitments, but it does involve some compromises
Read: Should I consider no-contract broadband?How is broadband defined?
If someone asked how is broadband defined, only 16 per cent of Brits would know what to say
Read: How is broadband defined?Should there be automatic compensation for broadband outages?
Automatic compensation for broadband outages is being discussed for businesses, mirroring a scheme already offered to consumers
Read: Should there be automatic compensation for broadband outages?How to handle the closure of a cloud storage provider
A cloud storage provider closing could cause anxiety, but it’s relatively easy to switch cloud hosting providers
Read: How to handle the closure of a cloud storage providerWould you move house for faster broadband?
Few of us would move house for faster broadband alone, but the prospect of better connectivity could swing a finely balanced decision
Read: Would you move house for faster broadband?How to resolve the most common broadband complaints
Common broadband complaints often have surprisingly simple solutions which mean you don’t need to call your ISP or switch provider
Read: How to resolve the most common broadband complaintsFed up with the Spotify algorithm? There are alternatives…
Amid growing consumer concerns around Spotify and its rivals, we look at alternatives to music streaming services
Read: Fed up with the Spotify algorithm? There are alternatives…What are paywalls?
Paywalls are the main alternative to advertising when it comes to making online services economically viable
Read: What are paywalls?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
Read: The best job websites in the UKWhere 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
Read: Where to watch live football online this seasonFive things your next computer needs – and five things it doesn’t
There are some things your next computer needs, and many features you could probably live without.
Read: Five things your next computer needs – and five things it doesn’tWhat 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
Read: What features should I look for in a new laptop?How targeted is targeted advertising?
Targeted advertising is the tip of an iceberg of personal data endlessly being resold across the internet
Read: How targeted is targeted advertising?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
Read: Ten ways to make the most of LinkedIn- 2024
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