Tech Help & Tips

Is your router overheating? How to keep it cool and working properly

Started by RVD17

Replies: 0
Views: 53

Today at 06:33 AM
by RVD17

Apple's holiday returns window now runs until 8 January

Started by Bussin

Replies: 1
Views: 72

Yesterday at 11:50 PM
by NatureBoyDylan81

Why is my computer suddenly so slow?

Started by TommyB_20

Replies: 59
Views: 454

Yesterday at 11:44 PM
by Carol90

Q: Should I use a VPN and if so which one actually respects your privacy - genuine question

Started by Cole_25

Replies: 11
Views: 137

Yesterday at 07:58 PM
by Darkseid19

Browser Extensions That Are Actually Worth Installing in 2026

Started by Diane82

Replies: 8
Views: 114

Yesterday at 06:40 PM
by Supernova Freddie

Right to repair, do you actually fix your own devices or just replace them

Started by Hollow Pete

Replies: 8
Views: 70

Yesterday at 06:39 PM
by TrainingGhost

Are moisture absorber refill tabs worth stocking up on?

Started by CMPunk_Mike

Replies: 5
Views: 54

Yesterday at 06:31 PM
by SpikeDudley88

The record Binance theft started with a fake Homebrew installer on a Mac

Started by OmegaEvan51

Replies: 2
Views: 19

Yesterday at 05:28 PM
by Sentinel96

Why is my SD card so slow when transferring files?

Started by NeonPilot

Replies: 5
Views: 137

Yesterday at 05:12 PM
by Theo92

How to Back Up Your Entire Life in 2026: The 3-2-1 Rule Updated for Cloud, NAS and Solid State

Started by Estuary59

Replies: 8
Views: 141

Yesterday at 05:07 PM
by NeuralSeer

Why your phone keeps switching between Wi-Fi and mobile data, and how to stop it

Started by Ms_Brad82

Replies: 0
Views: 71

Yesterday at 04:38 PM
by Ms_Brad82

DIY NAS vs Synology vs QNAP vs Ugreen in 2026, which one is actually worth your money

Started by SwiftQuarry

Replies: 11
Views: 89

Yesterday at 02:10 PM
by Undertaker00

What useful phone setting most people never bother turning on

Started by ReasoningCore95

Replies: 9
Views: 101

Yesterday at 11:59 AM
by MrRicardo

The HDMI port settings to change on your TV for the best picture

Started by Phil7

Replies: 0
Views: 61

Yesterday at 11:35 AM
by Phil7

What's the most obscure keyboard shortcut or setting that quietly changed how you actually use your computer

Started by Voyager43

Replies: 12
Views: 132

Yesterday at 09:10 AM
by Harbour

What your NAT type means for online gaming, and how to fix strict NAT

Started by Puma29

Replies: 0
Views: 77

Yesterday at 08:03 AM
by Puma29

iOS 27.2.1 brings bug fixes and security updates for iPhone

Started by codeberg

Replies: 2
Views: 78

Yesterday at 04:57 AM
by Luke_67

Passkeys explained why passwords are finally on the way out

Started by Darren91

Replies: 0
Views: 16

Nov 11, 2026, 11:52 PM
by Darren91

My internet is slow only on WiFi but fast on ethernet. Is this the router, the device, or something else

Started by Kai_37

Replies: 10
Views: 176

Nov 11, 2026, 09:44 PM
by Jamie

Best router firmware to replace stock in 2026, is OpenWrt still the default answer

Started by Woven Sasha

Replies: 11
Views: 116

Nov 11, 2026, 09:30 PM
by Mick79

External SSD vs a proper NAS for backups, when is the simpler option actually the smarter one

Started by Undertaker_EU

Replies: 12
Views: 87

Nov 11, 2026, 09:18 PM
by KingJohn78

Consider this: is right to repair actually winning, or just getting better PR?

Started by Carol15

Replies: 14
Views: 136

Nov 11, 2026, 09:04 PM
by Northern Ridge

Why your PC's front USB ports might be slowing your devices down

Started by EightBit Widget

Replies: 1
Views: 85

Nov 11, 2026, 07:53 PM
by GlassyWolf

Your most used keyboard shortcuts that non-power users never know about

Started by Marcus11

Replies: 8
Views: 101

Nov 11, 2026, 07:40 PM
by Karen88

What are Best iPad Accessories in November 2026?

Started by Totally

Replies: 7
Views: 127

Nov 11, 2026, 07:39 PM
by AgentSmith95

How do I actually back up my data properly in 2026. What does a sensible backup setup look like for a home user

Started by Seb83

Replies: 10
Views: 64

Nov 11, 2026, 06:59 PM
by CacheLayerSquid

What tech would you buy for a student going to university?

Started by ProperJobs

Replies: 5
Views: 96

Nov 11, 2026, 04:18 PM
by CosmicRay91

How to turn off the new MacBook Pro's glowing Apple logo

Started by TheRock25

Replies: 4
Views: 66

Nov 11, 2026, 02:06 PM
by Andy81

My WiFi is fine downstairs but terrible upstairs, what should I buy?

Started by Phil80

Replies: 9
Views: 153

Nov 11, 2026, 12:57 PM
by Cheeky Shaun

Data retention why deleting old data is the cheapest security win

Started by Jenny

Replies: 0
Views: 86

Nov 11, 2026, 12:14 PM
by Jenny

Ransomware in 2026 how attacks work and how organisations recover

Started by BigDog10

Replies: 1
Views: 72

Nov 11, 2026, 10:55 AM
by MJF86

Supply chain attacks how one compromised package affects millions

Started by EventHorizon25

Replies: 0
Views: 80

Nov 11, 2026, 09:22 AM
by EventHorizon25

What is the quickest way to diagnose whether a slowdown is hardware or software?

Started by Quanta

Replies: 48
Views: 266

Nov 11, 2026, 09:03 AM
by Rooney93

How to spot fake SD cards before they ruin your photos

Started by EventHorizon25

Replies: 6
Views: 49

Nov 11, 2026, 07:03 AM
by PeakTime

My router keeps dropping the connection every few hours - what is causing it and how do I fix it?

Started by Stu96

Replies: 8
Views: 230

Nov 11, 2026, 07:00 AM
by QubitKing

QNAP NAS owners: update Plex now to block Plex2Shell attacks

Started by Lucy_35

Replies: 3
Views: 94

Nov 11, 2026, 05:48 AM
by HitmanMatt53

Original Nest Doorbell Live View is broken for many owners right now

Started by Memory Inlet

Replies: 4
Views: 48

Nov 11, 2026, 03:17 AM
by Rachel_72

Satellite internet explained how low Earth orbit networks work

Started by Inland Sienna

Replies: 2
Views: 61

Nov 10, 2026, 11:20 PM
by Shannon91

Zero trust security a plain English guide

Started by Storm

Replies: 1
Views: 81

Nov 10, 2026, 11:07 PM
by Ethan24

What fixed your most annoying PC problem?

Started by Peter

Replies: 8
Views: 100

Nov 10, 2026, 10:44 PM
by CoastalProtocol

Anyone dealt with a corrupted Windows profile and fixed it?

Started by BiscuitTin

Replies: 18
Views: 102

Nov 10, 2026, 10:43 PM
by UniversalBarry38

Do I really need antivirus in 2026?

Started by Totally

Replies: 72
Views: 474

Nov 10, 2026, 08:47 PM
by Squid81

Air Cooling vs AIO in 2026 - Has the Calculus Changed

Started by NullVector

Replies: 12
Views: 163

Nov 10, 2026, 06:29 PM
by JonMoxley

A practical guide to securing your home network

Started by GoldbergFan17

Replies: 0
Views: 16

Nov 10, 2026, 05:54 PM
by GoldbergFan17

Old SSD failed

Started by GameChanger

Replies: 35
Views: 173

Nov 10, 2026, 05:42 PM
by Firewall Rosie

Best budget GPU for gaming in mid-2026 - what are you recommending

Started by Arty Scout

Replies: 9
Views: 99

Nov 10, 2026, 05:20 PM
by ParkTheBus88

Google is fixing Nest devices that missed the clock change in parts of Canada

Started by Client Kiera

Replies: 5
Views: 77

Nov 10, 2026, 03:27 PM
by FirstShaun49

Anyone got an iFixit discount code?

Started by JayJ

Replies: 23
Views: 226

Nov 10, 2026, 01:34 PM
by Dom

Best checklist before replacing hardware unnecessarily? - any thoughts

Started by Connor82

Replies: 30
Views: 234

Nov 10, 2026, 12:55 PM
by Terry_33

The one number that actually matters when troubleshooting slow Wi-Fi

Started by Harbour17

Replies: 6
Views: 105

Nov 10, 2026, 12:29 PM
by ClusterCanopy

How do I know if my PC has malware?

Started by TheRock

Replies: 5
Views: 87

Nov 10, 2026, 11:12 AM
by Reward Annie

Is a factory reset really the best fix for a slow phone, or just the laziest one?

Started by NeonPhantom

Replies: 7
Views: 119

Nov 10, 2026, 11:01 AM
by Panther

Which daft sounding tech fix works every time?

Started by Pete14

Replies: 6
Views: 70

Nov 10, 2026, 09:48 AM
by LunarShade65

Is a bigger SD card better or should you carry several smaller cards

Started by HeartbreakKidCurtis18

Replies: 6
Views: 127

Nov 10, 2026, 09:35 AM
by QuarkStorm

Veeam warns appliances may fail to boot on some AMD EPYC servers

Started by JediEagle

Replies: 0
Views: 23

Nov 10, 2026, 07:55 AM
by JediEagle

What is the most common tech mistake you see people make repeatedly that's an easy fix once you know it

Started by HiggsField41

Replies: 8
Views: 121

Nov 09, 2026, 08:13 PM
by Rhys

Tip. Use your Ipod without Itunes.

Started by Grover26

Replies: 26
Views: 158

Nov 09, 2026, 03:39 PM
by LuckySentinel

Update now: critical OpenSSH flaw allows password bypass on Alpine Linux

Started by PhotonBurst16

Replies: 0
Views: 70

Nov 09, 2026, 02:47 PM
by PhotonBurst16

Safari Autofill has been entering card expiry dates a month early

Started by UltraAnthony68

Replies: 0
Views: 63

Nov 09, 2026, 10:42 AM
by UltraAnthony68

Does closing background apps actually save your phone's battery life

Started by DeepPilot

Replies: 12
Views: 99

Nov 08, 2026, 08:44 PM
by PhotonBurst76

What Device you kept working years past its expected lifespan through small repairs alone

Started by Connor97

Replies: 29
Views: 153

Nov 07, 2026, 09:29 PM
by Drifter

My Wi-Fi Keeps Dropping - How Do I Diagnose and Fix It?

Started by CMPunk96

Replies: 10
Views: 109

Nov 07, 2026, 08:22 PM
by SockPuppet93

Do VPNs actually make you anonymous online, or just harder to track?

Started by Router48

Replies: 18
Views: 166

Nov 07, 2026, 04:26 PM
by NightHarbour

What is one hidden setting most people do not know exists that genuinely improved your device

Started by WearyScholar

Replies: 9
Views: 62

Nov 07, 2026, 01:41 PM
by ContextScholar

YubiKey 5 NFC vs YubiKey 5C NFC, which is the better buy?

Started by HeartbreakKid

Replies: 10
Views: 175

Nov 07, 2026, 08:45 AM
by Brandon87

Share the tech tip that made you feel like an absolute wizard

Started by TomTiz

Replies: 7
Views: 98

Nov 07, 2026, 08:00 AM
by CyberWarden

Why is my phone battery draining so fast?

Started by Totally

Replies: 23
Views: 186

Nov 07, 2026, 07:08 AM
by Builder

Are cheaper compatible hot tub filters good enough?

Started by Zach91

Replies: 7
Views: 81

Nov 05, 2026, 03:59 PM
by Northern Ridge

Do I need antivirus on a Mac in 2026?

Started by SašaJelenič

Replies: 27
Views: 221

Nov 04, 2026, 06:43 PM
by SilverSurfer

Is it worth paying for a VPN in 2026 or is it mostly marketing?

Started by Anchor99

Replies: 7
Views: 161

Nov 04, 2026, 01:45 PM
by NovaPrime

Any budget robot vacuums that are genuinely worth buying

Started by NightCrawler33

Replies: 19
Views: 130

Nov 04, 2026, 08:54 AM
by Albatross35

What is your worst family tech support call?

Started by Cole_54

Replies: 6
Views: 112

Nov 03, 2026, 04:32 PM
by Ivory Molly

A decade old PC, years of Windows 11 startup crashes, and the 1 pound part that fixed everything

Started by CosmicRay65

Replies: 34
Views: 219

Nov 02, 2026, 09:28 AM
by LunarShade

Currys survey: nearly one in five Brits admit they are winging it when buying new tech

Started by DistantSequence

Replies: 8
Views: 78

Nov 02, 2026, 08:58 AM
by WWFRoss95

Best way to clone a drive without making a mess of it?

Started by Quanta

Replies: 51
Views: 244

Nov 01, 2026, 10:16 AM
by Harper48

Weekly tech help thread: post your problem here

Started by SpinState52

Replies: 7
Views: 81

Oct 30, 2026, 11:09 PM
by TheUndisputed

What tech habit have you dropped completely in the last five years?

Started by Riff

Replies: 8
Views: 50

Oct 30, 2026, 07:47 PM
by HitmanBrad98

How do you back up your files, if at all?

Started by LordCass73

Replies: 9
Views: 111

Oct 30, 2026, 03:26 PM
by ThatGirl

What is the one tech tip you give every relative?

Started by Voyager17

Replies: 5
Views: 103

Oct 30, 2026, 12:25 PM
by QuantumLeap53

What is the most underrated fix WiFi dropping Windows in November 2026?

Started by Quanta

Replies: 52
Views: 419

Oct 29, 2026, 09:11 AM
by Kev5

How do you keep an old laptop running well?

Started by SentientLoop28

Replies: 8
Views: 97

Oct 29, 2026, 07:02 AM
by VelvetFalcon

Which keyboard shortcuts save you the most time?

Started by Jaguar

Replies: 9
Views: 66

Oct 28, 2026, 08:16 PM
by Donna75

Poll: What is the single backup habit everyone should adopt first?

Started by DarkKnight66

Replies: 5
Views: 50

Oct 28, 2026, 09:45 AM
by Fam28

Which should I buy, the Soundcore P40i or the TOZO NC20?

Started by Margin

Replies: 23
Views: 145

Oct 24, 2026, 06:27 AM
by DeepHandset

Travel Scams to Avoid in 2026 (And How to Protect Yourself)

Started by Grover26

Replies: 58
Views: 497

Oct 21, 2026, 03:45 PM
by Ederson

How to record your phone's screen on iPhone and Android, no extra apps required

Started by alwaysMason58

Replies: 6
Views: 61

Oct 21, 2026, 09:11 AM
by alwaysJordan56

What tech support fix you discovered by accident that actually worked and made no sense at the time

Started by Ryan98

Replies: 7
Views: 89

Oct 16, 2026, 02:31 PM
by Karen50

How do I speed up Windows without reinstalling everything?

Started by Neil57

Replies: 20
Views: 140

Oct 14, 2026, 10:40 AM
by RVD17

Every single travel adaptor tested by UK safety group failed basic checks, worth reading before your next trip

Started by Wardlow86

Replies: 7
Views: 79

Oct 14, 2026, 06:45 AM
by Patrick93

How long should a laptop battery actually last before it needs replacing?

Started by CrimsonNova71

Replies: 27
Views: 198

Oct 11, 2026, 11:11 AM
by Mason0

What does end-to-end encrypted actually mean, and which apps really have it?

Started by Arty Candle

Replies: 19
Views: 145

Oct 10, 2026, 08:20 AM
by alwaysRock40

Is it actually bad to let your phone battery hit 0% regularly?

Started by Janette_63

Replies: 10
Views: 119

Oct 08, 2026, 12:35 PM
by Slate Router

Anyone found a genuinely good way to speed up an old Windows machine without a fresh install

Started by UltraWarren94

Replies: 11
Views: 112

Oct 08, 2026, 08:57 AM
by Inland Renegade

Android vs iOS: which is actually the better operating system for most people in 2026?

Started by Zoe90

Replies: 6
Views: 119

Oct 08, 2026, 06:58 AM
by Indexer Cheetah

How to free up storage on Windows 11 without deleting personal files

Started by GhostRider89

Replies: 14
Views: 170

Oct 05, 2026, 06:39 AM
by Laura34

What's the best budget mechanical keyboard you've actually used, not just heard hyped up

Started by MiniElliot

Replies: 10
Views: 85

Oct 04, 2026, 11:17 AM
by Octopus40

What is the tech troubleshooting trick that saved you the most time or money

Started by FairDos

Replies: 6
Views: 49

Oct 03, 2026, 03:40 PM
by Saka19

How to fix 100% cpu usage?

Started by MiniElliot

Replies: 57
Views: 310

Oct 03, 2026, 02:38 PM
by ReacherOtter

Slowtech is turning cassette players and iPods into a genuine resurgence, not just nostalgia

Started by DecisionNode

Replies: 8
Views: 70

Oct 02, 2026, 06:45 PM
by Candle

Using Rufus to install Windows 11 on a PC without TPM or Secure Boot, worth it long term

Started by Mia86

Replies: 11
Views: 101

Oct 02, 2026, 11:48 AM
by InferenceLoop65