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How vulnerable to broadband outages is smart security tech?

Many people will be receiving smart security tech for Christmas, but broadband outages can be a significant problem

Tips for speeding up home broadband on Christmas Day

When families come together, bandwidth slows down, so it’s helpful to prepare for Christmas Day by speeding up home broadband

Who are Openreach, and why are they so significant?

It’s important for consumers to understand who are Openreach working on behalf of when they undertake broadband works or agree to connect a telephone line

How to become a top Google result.

What is binary data?

We talk about binary data all the time, but it’s not immediately obvious what this term means – or how it’s measured

Tips for effective home product photography

Effective home product photography can make the difference between a successful or struggling small business

Top 10 things to look out for when buying your next laptop

There are several key laptop specs which you should be aware of when hunting for a new portable PC or Mac

Are paid VPNs better than free ones?

There is a lot of confusion about the relative merits of free or paid VPNs, but the decision often comes down to a choice between privacy or affordability

How to switch off after spending the day online

Being able to disconnect from the internet is a real challenge, but it’s vital for preserving our mental and physical wellbeing and safety

How to monetise your YouTube channel

How to recover lost files from the cloud.

Now if only these tricks worked for your house keys / glasses / wallet.

How to choose broadband for a second home

If you want to get broadband in a second home, different criteria apply to your main family residence

Top 10 Time Saving Hacks for Macs.

Don't mug yourself. Speed things up with these handy hints for macOS.

Top 10 Time Saving Hacks for Windows

Save enough time with these hacks for a sneaky early finish!

How to squeeze a home office into a small space

Creating a home office in a small space might seem ambitious, but modern technology can support workspaces in the most unlikely places

The best Black Friday deals might not be what they seem

How do all-in-one PCs work?

Like laptops, all-in-one PCs are space-saving devices which cram a considerable amount of hardware into a compact desk-friendly chassis

How housebuilders fit high-speed broadband in new homes

Full-fibre broadband in new builds is becoming commonplace as developers tempt potential purchasers with ultrafast connectivity

How to turn a spare room into a home office

With lockdown resumed in England, millions may need to work remotely

FACT: You don’t have to use the wifi router your ISP supplies

ISP branded routers are often disappointingly cheap and inefficient - switching could make a huge difference

How to acquire a domain name that’s already been registered

You may not think it’s possible to get that dream domain if someone beat you to it...

Home broadband from mobile operators

It's worth considering switching broadband to a mobile operator as an alternative to market leaders like BT, Sky and Plusnet

How to create a home office in the garden

In the first in a series of working-from-home features, we consider how to create a home office in the garden

How a cheap webcam cover could save you from extortion threats

Protecting your webcam is a simple step, but it could provide valuable peace of mind if you start receiving blackmail emails

Zoom, Teams or Meet?

Making a choice between Zoom, Teams or Meet is often a matter of personal preference, depending on your integration with existing software

Getting started with OneDrive

Microsoft’s cloud storage system isn’t the most intuitive, but it’s powerful and is integrated into Windows 10

How to start a Patreon

In 2020, making money online is more important than ever, here’s one way of doing it!

How to improve online password security

There are easy ways to improve online password security, which remains a troublesome aspect of the online experience for many people

How to avoid any embarrassing Zoom call fails!

Avoid any mishaps on work calls or virtual pub quizzes!

What can you still do with the BBC Red Button?

The BBC Red Button has earned a reprieve, but what does this interactive text service allow you to do?

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How vulnerable to broadband outages is smart security tech?

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