Slow broadband? You can speed up Wi-Fi with 1 change that takes seconds, TalkTalk executive confirms

Dust can build up around its vents over time, causing it to run hotter than intended. While most modern routers have built-in thermal protection, continued exposure to heat can make them perform slower, causing unexpected restarts and shortening the hardware lifespan.If you're struggling with slower Wi-Fi speeds than you'd like, or random restarts – leaving you temporarily without internet, then Mr Wallage has some simple instructions that could help get everything working at full speed again. He told us: Give your router a gentle wipe down with a dry cloth and ensure it isn’t buried under clutter and cables that might be restricting airflow. Keeping it in an open, central spot with room to breathe will help it stay cool and perform more reliably day-to-day.The advice comes as BT teased the incoming launch of a new Smart Hub 3 Wi-Fi router with faster Wi-Fi 6 speeds, and Virgin Media started to upgrade some broadband users to a newer Wi-Fi router free of charge. For its part, TalkTalk relies on Amazon-owned eero Wi-Fi routers for anyone on its next-generation full-fibre broadband plans. These clever routers can be paired with multiple nodes throughout your home to create a seamless network that boosts coverage and eliminates dead zones. Eero offers a simple dashboard that lets you restrict internet access for specific people or at certain times, add content restrictions, and create a standalone Wi-Fi network for guests. If you're not a TalkTalk customer, you can buy an eero direct from Amazon to handle your Wi-Fi connection, manage people and devices, and block ads and malware on your home network. LATEST DEVELOPMENTSSony warns major features will disappear from your TV screenBest VPN dealsVirgin Media treats all broadband users to FREE upgradeElon Musk wants you to DITCH WhatsApp for his rival chat appiPhone Air reviewSTOP using passwords, GCHQ issues stark new security adviceTalkTalk relies on BT-owned Openreach for its nationwide broadband infrastructure. The latter recently confirmed that it had expanded its next-generation full-fibre speeds to 18.3 million homes and businesses across the UK as part of its mission to connect 25 million premises by December.Cleaning the dust from your Wi-Fi router wasn't the only spring-cleaning tip from the TalkTalk Chief Product Officer.1. Clear out unused appsRemember that loyalty app you downloaded once for a free coffee and never opened again? Delete any app you haven't used in the last three months, free up valuable storage (and headspace) and reduce the number of apps collecting your data in the background.2. Spring clean your passwordsMany of us are guilty of using the same password across multiple accounts. Refreshing weak passwords is an essential part of a spring clean. Worried about making them too complex and forgetting them? Consider using a tool like TalkTalk’s Password Manager to store your passwords securely. 3. Keyboards, remote controls and phone screensStudies suggest the average keyboard harbours more bacteria than a toilet seat, and yet most of us never think to clean them. Remote controls, phone screens and laptop trackpads are touched hundreds of times a day and rarely see a cleaning cloth. A quick wipe with a microfibre cloth or antibacterial wipe can make a surprising difference.4. Delete old photos and videos to free up storageOur camera rolls are among the biggest culprits for eating up device storage. Duplicate shots, blurry photos and accidental screenshots add up. Take time to have a proper clear-out, back up anything you want to keep and delete the rest. You'll notice how quickly your device runs better. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter