On average it takes us just 60 seconds to lose our temper when gadgets and tech are reacting slower than we would like.

According to research by Crucial, which manufacturers memory modules for computers, slow technology frustrates Brits on a regular basis, with 19% of us admitting to throwing a tantrum every couple of days over slow gadgets. 21% said they have a strop over technology once a week and a third of us admit we lose our patience in just 30 seconds.

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Slow internet was the most common cause of a tech temper tantrum, with 50% of Brits admitting this gets their goat, while slow computers were blamed by 40% of Brits as the reason they lose their patience.

The GHI tech experts have put together some top tips to speed up your internet and make your PC faster - so no more tech temper tantrums!

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