Broadband security guides

Find out how to stay safe when using your broadband connection.

Our expert journalists have worked hard to put together a number of guides to staying safe online and making the most of broadband package security features.

Broadband security guides

BT and Mcafree Internet Security

Get a secure broadband connection from BT in association with Norton or view Mcafree internet security packages.

We take data protection seriously

We respect the privacy of every individual who visits our site. We have developed this policy because we want you to feel confident about the privacy and security of your personal information.

Firewalls - The Basics

Confused about firewalls? Like a lot of computer jargon, the term "firewall" refers to a surprisingly simple piece of kit, but it’s essential to understand what one is and how to get hold of one, especially if you’ve got a broadband connection.

Firewalls - The technical bit

Anyone with a broadband connection should know the essentials of firewall technology: what one does, how important it is, and how to get hold of one.

Broadband Safety Guides

Browse our guides and videos for ways to stay safe online and to get the best broadband protection. Our resources and free tools help educate parents, teachers and young people about the safe and positive use of the internet. They are available entirely free of charge, and may be used within course material.

Internet Safety For Kids

The internet is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family. But you also need to make sure that you're not putting yourself at risk. Check the following 5 steps to stay safe online.

Internet Safety For Parents

The internet opens up a whole world of resources for your kids but keeping them safe online can be a challenge. Follow our top tips to keep kids safe online.

Internet Safety For Teachers

Children spend ever increasing amounts of time online. And while the internet is a great learning tool, kids use it for so much more than simply doing their homework. As a teacher you can help to educate children on how they can stay safe while enjoying all that the internet has to offer.

Internet Safety At Home

Browse our guides and videos for ways to stay safe online at home. Our resources help educate kids, parents and teachers about making a safe and positive use of the internet.

Online Security Packages

If you enjoy browsing the internet, shopping or banking online, use an email account or download music? You should ensure that you and your family are not at risk.

Internet Security Software

Internet security software can help protect your computer when browsing online. Keep viruses, hackers, spyware, spam, phising attacks and identity theft at bay with security software from the following providers.

McAfee Discount Codes

Receive 50% discount on a variety of McAfee Internet Security products with these discount codes exclusive to BroadbandChoices.

Mobile broadband security

Before you get online, you’ll want to make sure that you’ve taken the correct security measures to ensure that no one can hack into your laptop and start downloading over your new mobile broadband connection.

Online shopping satefy tips

Before you buy online, check our top tips to make sure you're not putting yourself at risk.

Protecting children online

How can you make sure that your children have the freedom to roam the internet, do their homework or chat with friends without putting themselves at risk? Here's 3 tips to keep the internet safer.

Protect your wireless broadband network

Wireless broadband allows you to get online anywhere in your home without having to run wires around the house and means that the whole family can get online at the same time. But before you start surfing the web in your back yard, make sure your network is safe and secure.

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