If you're looking for broadband information to guide you in your broadband choice or some help with a broadband problem, our easy to follow broadband guides are here to help.
Working from home has quickly become a reality for many normally office-based workers in the UK. To make sure your home broadband is up to the task, here are a few things you can do to make sure you’re getting the most out of your broadband when working from home.
With the UK's self-isolating measures in place, many services have been restricted or paused until things return to normal. Broadband installations will still take place, however, there are a few restrictions.
The major broadband providers have agreed to take measures to help out their customers during the coronavirus pandemic, with some doing more than others.
Video calling has become part of our everyday lives, so we look into which apps are best for group calls, games, and for video calling on your mobile.
For times when an engineer can't visit your home to install your new broadband, here's how you can do it yourself.
There are two kinds of internet routers available: wired and wireless. Learn how wireless routers work and how to set up a Wi-Fi connection at home.
Superfast broadband? Heavy-use broadband? Beginner's broadband? What type of broadband is right for you? Read our guide and we'll cover everything you need to know.
Can't tell your bits from your bytes? Read on to learn the difference and figure out what broadband speed you need.
MiFis or MiFi dongles are compact, wireless devices that enable multiple users to share a single mobile broadband connection while they are on the go. Read up on MiFi mobile broadband.
Having internet connection problems? Here are a few pointers to help you identify the source of your broadband connection problems and get back online.
Fair use policies are fairly common, but what does fair internet usage actually mean to you and your browsing and downloading habits?
In the UK, the four ways to access digital TV are terrestrial, satellite, cable and IPTV. Find out more about IPTV.
You’ve probably heard mention of these things called IP addresses. But what are they? And how do they work?
We've come a long way since the days of dial-up when we had to wait for pages to load. Fibre-optic connections blow their predecessors out of the water and make waiting a thing of the past.
Broadband is a type of high-speed internet connection that has surpassed dial-up as the standard way to connect to the internet.
Under rules introduced in June 2015 consumers who switch broadband provider no longer require a MAC code. Instead, Ofcom's revamped code of practice transfers responsibility for managing a switch to the provider to whom the customer is switching.
Find out how to stop all those unsolicited calls to your landline once and for all.
When researching broadband ISPs you might have come across the terms 'LLU' or 'LLU pricing'. This kind of difficult-to-grasp phrase often puts the consumer off, but, like most jargon, it's actually just an obtuse name for something which in reality is quite simple.
Wireless broadband — or Wi-Fi — is a broadband connection to the internet that's accessed without cables.
From the days of dial-up to the development of fibre. Read up on the history of broadband.
Calculating download times can be confusing if you don't know your bits from your bytes. Our download speed chart can help you figure out how long it'll take you to download some popular file types.
The next big step in home broadband is the introduction of gigabit internet speeds across the UK. But just how useful is gigabit internet and do you need it?
Read our guide to learn why you have a slow internet connection and what you can do to fix it.
The London Underground has a surprisingly good network of Wi-Fi hubs at stations throughout the city. We created a new tube map with the average Wi-Fi speeds available.
All you need to know about broadband speeds and speed tests.
We found out which are the slowest streets in the UK when it comes to broadband. Is your street listed?
Finding the best broadband deal can be difficult. Everyone uses the internet in different ways, so there isn't always an obvious option for the best deal for you.
What's the best broadband for gaming? Unlimited broadband? Fibre broadband? The broadband with the fastest download speed? We take you through what to look for to get the best broadband for gaming.
Apple's gaming subscription includes over 100 games that can be played on any Apple device.
All the upcoming video game release dates in 2020 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.
Taking 41 of the most-mentioned video games we reveal how long it takes the world to download them.
BT has announced a set of price increases to its services. If you’re a BT or EE customer or subscribe to BT Sport, read on to find out what your rights are.
Plusnet has announced a price increase to some of its services. If you’re a Plusnet customer, find out if you're going to be affected and what your consumer rights are.
TalkTalk has recently announced that there will be price increases coming to some of its services, here's what you can do now.
Sky’s line rental and call prices are set to increase, and some customers may also see increases to their broadband and TV bills. Find out if your bill’s going to be increasing and what you can do about it.
Here's how to contact your broadband provider if you need to cancel, change your services, or enquire about billing or faults.
Find out how to spot good customer service and how your broadband provider stacks up to others in the UK.
If you've been using the email address linked to your broadband account, you might be wondering how to keep your email address if you switch providers. Here's which providers will let you keep access to your emails even after you leave.
Not sure which provider is right for you? Read up on the UK's most popular broadband providers for each type of broadband.
Just bought BT broadband? Read on to find out how to claim your vouchers from BT.
Want to know what broadband is available in your area? Find out about the different types of broadband in your area, including fibre broadband.
Which is the best wireless router in the UK? We look at the routers major providers offer, including BT, Virgin Media and Sky.
Would your business benefit from a dedicated business broadband service? Here, we look at the key selling points of business broadband over home broadband so you can decide what's best for your needs.
Moving house is a stressful and exciting time. Amidst all the chaos, though, it is important to think about what you're going to do with your internet connection and include it on your moving house checklist.
Looking for broadband without line rental? No problem.
With your broadband down or if you're experiencing wifi problems, you're entitled to compensation. Find out what you're entitled to and how to claim quickly and easily.
Changing your broadband is a lot easier than you might think, even if you've been with the same provider for a long time. Our switching guide should answer all of your questions so that you can change providers with confidence.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become one of the country’s biggest shopping days. Here are our tips on how to find a good Black Friday broadband deal.
What's keeping people from switching to a better broadband service? We found six myths surrounding the whole process that are absolutely not true!
Fibre broadband, is a high-speed form of internet connection widely available in the UK. But how does it work?
5G home broadband could provide you with download speeds well over 200Mbps, all with the need for a landline or an engineer visit to get you setup.
What is ADSL broadband? Despite being the UK's most popular form of internet connection, most people don't know what it stands for — or how it works.
Think cable broadband is the same thing as fibre? Think again. Read on to learn more about what cable broadband is and how it's different from fibre.
Dumbfounded by dongles? Read on to learn all about internet dongles, including the pros and cons.
Superfast broadband refers to broadband connections of at least 30Mbps in the UK, according to Ofcom. Find out more about superfast broadband in our guide.
If you already own a mobile broadband dongle, you don't need anything more than a data-only SIM card to get up and running again.
USB internet sticks, also known as dongles, use a mobile network to connect your device to the internet.