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The new BT Home Hub

Introducing the new BT Home Hub

BT has just launched their new home hub, and are claiming that it offers the most reliable wireless connection compared to all other UK broadband providers. Now this is a very bold claim, and I’m not too sure how they …

Posted on July 14, 2011 | Leave a comment
Difference between N and G wireless routers?

What’s the difference between N and G wireless routers?

Before wireless routers became the de facto way to get online at home, most people were unconcerned about the different wireless standards that exist. Now you may be aware that there are two distinct standards which are supported by routers …

Posted on February 16, 2011 | Leave a comment
What is Fair Usage?

What is a Broadband Fair Usage?

In the small print of many broadband deals which claim to be unlimited, you will find a condition that says your broadband connection will be subject to the terms of a fair usage policy. If you attempt to read these …

Posted on July 6, 2010 | Leave a comment
What is Download Allowance

What is Download Allowance?

When browsing through the latest broadband deals you may notice that some come with a set download allowance whilst others advertise themselves as being unlimited. Without a little explanation these two options can be fairly confusing, so read on if …

Posted on July 5, 2010 | Leave a comment
Broadband Jargon Explained

Broadband Jargon Explained

The broadband market is filled with jargon, perhaps to a greater degree than any other industry and so for first time users it can be difficult to navigate the mess of buzz words and broadband slang. If this described your …

Posted on May 24, 2010 | Leave a comment
What is Buffering?

What is Buffering?

The word ‘buffering’ is one that you may encounter quite frequently when surfing the internet. Usually you will come across it when you are attempting to stream a video from one of the many different video sharing sites that have …

Posted on March 5, 2010 | 3 Comments
How to Boost your Broadband Speed

How to Boost your Broadband Speed

Broadband speeds are often a sticking point for many consumers who were sold a connection based on its super-fast connectivity, but have come to realise that since getting the line activated the service does not quite live up to expectations. …

Posted on February 27, 2010 | Leave a comment
No Contract Broadband

The truth behind no contract broadband

When shopping for great broadband deals, it is possible that you will come across many packages that require extensive periods of commitment. 12 months used to be the standard minimum contract for most fixed line broadband services, but many providers …

Posted on January 2, 2010 | Leave a comment