BT and Sky explain simple mistake that could be making your broadband slower
As the cost of living crisis continues, households are doing everything possible to save money, especially on energy bills. Switching devices off at the mains, such as TVs and games consoles, is a common way to cut back on power usage.
Many Internet Service Providers push out updates when most people aren't using the web. Missing out on these software patches could put you at risk, as routers are left exposed to bugs and data-stealing malware.Aman Bhatti, Director of Propositions at Sky Broadband said: "We know our routers are put through their paces during the day – whether on video calls, streaming the latest show, or online gaming.
This can then lead to firms placing speed restrictions on the broadband as they would rather keep you connected than let you go offline. If this happens you'll suddenly find downloads become a whole lot slower.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
BT broadband customers can get Sky TV and Netflix for £1 - but not for longAnyone with BT broadband can now get full access to Sky's premium TV channels for just £1 AFF
Read more »
In pictures: Northern lights display sends the skies purplePhotographers and sky watchers are treated to a purple display in the night sky.
Read more »
In pictures: Northern lights display sends the skies purplePhotographers and sky watchers are treated to a purple display in the night sky.
Read more »
You could save up to £200 a year on broadband bills by making this changeOnly 220,000 (5.1) of around 4.3 million eligible households have signed up for social tariffs which could save around £200 a year on their…
Read more »
Anker takes aim at Apple HomePod 2 with a cheaper Spatial Audio Bluetooth speakerLDAC, Spatial Audio, much cheaper than the HomePod 2 and an upward-firing 'Sky Driver': meet Anker's new Bluetooth speaker
Read more »