Latest Broadband How-To
- 12 August 2013
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How-Tos: Get a truly wireless PC
Get a truly wireless PC, printer, mouse and keyboard.
- 01 August 2013
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How-Tos: How do I get Sky Now TV?
Sky Now TV gives you internet streaming access to Sky Sports and Sky Movies so here’s everything you need to know about Now TV.
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How-Tos: Boost Wi-Fi signal; get faster Wi-fi
We show you how to improve your Wi-Fi. How to make your wireless broadband stretch further, download and upload faster, and work more consistently, without spending a fortune.
- 23 July 2013
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How-Tos: How David Cameron's web porn filter plan affects you
David Cameron this week announced plans to force UK consumers to opt-in via their ISP if they want to look at pornography on the internet. But what exactly is the Goverment's web-filtering plan, and what does it mean for you? We explain what David Cameron's internet port filter plan really means for UK consumers.
- 18 July 2013
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How-Tos: Get live coverage of The Ashes 2013 cricket
The Ashes 2013 test cricket series is England vs Australia at its best. Here's how to get live coverage of The Ashes on TV, radio and alternative methods.
- 09 July 2013
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How-Tos: How to delete cookies and browsing history
Here's where we show you how to delete cookies and browsing history in Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox and Safari.
- 29 June 2013
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How-Tos: How to get free online storage
These days it’s difficult to go somewhere and not be able to connect to the internet so keeping all your documents online is much more achievable.
- 28 June 2013
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How-Tos: Watch Glastonbury 2013 live coverage
If you're not heading to Somerset for Glastonbury Festival 2013 but want to keep up with the action, here's how to watch live coverage from the comfort of your sofa.
- 13 June 2013
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How-Tos: Watch TV on your laptop remotely using Slingbox
Slingbox is a network video tool that allows you to take your home TV setup with you no matter where you are in the world
- 03 June 2013
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How-Tos: How to use Microsoft Excel online
With the web version of Microsoft Excel you can be in spreadsheet heaven no matter where you are
- 31 May 2013
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How-Tos: Check what programs use the most data
How to work out what apps, software and services are using up your web data allowance.
- 26 April 2013
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How-Tos: How to set up mobile internet on Android
Here's our step by step guide on how to set up mobile internet data on an Android smartphone or tablet.
- 24 April 2013
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How-Tos: How to set a data usage limit on Android phone or tablet
Here's how to set a limit to the amount of data your Android phone or tablet can use each month. This could save you money!
- 10 April 2013
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How-Tos: How to use a BlackBerry as a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot
Quickly and easily set up your BlackBerry smartphone as a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot.
- 05 April 2013
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How-Tos: Will Wi-Fi printer slow down my broadband network?
Will adding a wireless printer to your home network slow down the broadband connection? Our Helproom Editor explains.
- 01 April 2013
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How-Tos: How to find out who provides broadband in your area
Our Helproom Editor explains how you can find out about ISPs and broadband providers in your area.
- 25 March 2013
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How-Tos: Wi-Fi & router acronyms in a nutshell
SSID, WEP, WPA2, TKIP, CCMP, PSK and more – few other areas of PC expertise are quite as filled with cryptic acronyms as the router configuration. Here's what they all mean and which you should choose.
- 20 March 2013
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How-Tos: Problem with Sky broadband router
If you are having problems with slow broadband, an older router could be the culprit. But beware - some ISPs, including Sky Broadband, don't allow you to use a third-party router. Our Helproom Editor explains how to deal with a problem with your Sky Broadband router.
- 29 January 2013
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How-Tos: How to use London tube Wi-Fi
Here's everything you need to know about using the Wi-Fi internet at London Underground tube stations.
- 26 September 2012
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How-Tos: How to measure network speed
Are you confused by the throughput speeds claimed by routers and powerline adaptors? Let our Helproom Editor explain how to measure your network's speed.
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iPhone 6 release date: When will the iPhone 6 be launched?
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iPad mini 2 release date, specs and price in the UK 2013
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Google Nexus 5 release date, price, photos and specs rumours
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Kindle Fire HD vs Tesco Hudl vs Kindle Fire HD 8.9 tablet comparison review
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LG G2 review: The best smartphone you can buy
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How to set a song on your iPhone as a ringtone
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How to transfer photos from computer to iPhone the easy way: use Photo Stream
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How to transfer files and apps from Android phone, Android tablet to SD card
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