Broadband News

Fake reviews: a growing plague on the internet

Fake online reviews devalue the internet. We explain what consumers need to know about this enduring phenomenon.

Why are we still building homes without gigabit broadband?

The prospect of receiving gigabit broadband in new homes is highly appealing, but it’s not something you can take for granted yet.

Are NFTs just a con, or is there more to it?

We explain what are NFTs, how they’ve risen to prominence, and why they're a risky investment.

Windows 11 is here… but which version was best?

WiFi 6 is here – are you ready?

The new WiFi 6 standard has been collaboratively developed to deliver the best wireless connectivity today’s tech can support.

Why streaming content is splintering across numerous platforms

Streaming content platforms are on the rise, even as the number of people able and willing to pay for them begins to decline

UK broadband customers have never had it so good…

Broadband complaints levels are at all-time lows, thanks to a combination of ISP improvements and increasingly satisfactory line speeds.

Bigger is better? Not with broadband providers.

There are huge disparities between the best and worst broadband providers, with larger brands often performing less impressively.

Revealed: the best (and worst) regions for Full-Fibre broadband

There are huge disparities between the best and worst regions for UK full fibre broadband, some of which might surprise you.

Tomorrow’s cars will make home broadband truly mobile

Behavioural biometrics: transforming online security

The latest advance in the war against identity theft and fraud will change how we identify ourselves online.

The Online Security Bill is coming… what does it mean for you?

The long-awaited Online Security Bill could significantly affect domestic internet use. We consider some of its key proposals.

You’re doing aspect ratio all wrong…

The optimal aspect ratio for streaming and gaming can affect everything from app design to your experiences as a consumer

Strange places you can watch streaming content online

Streaming services are making it easier than ever to watch streaming content online wherever you happen to be

Slow broadband is leading to rural depopulation

The link with below-par broadband might not seem obvious, but it’s causing concern at the highest levels of Government

Is there room in space for thousands of broadband satellites?

What’s happening to Britain’s old copper phone lines?

As landlines are supplanted by newer fibre optic technology, this older connectivity is being dismantled and disposed of.

The best streaming content coming in 2022

Staying in remains the new going out, and these new series could be among the best to stream as we enter year three of the pandemic.

Same-day broadband switching is on the way

As 2022 dawns, quick and easy switching will simplify the process of migrating from one ISP to another.

BroadbandDeals.co.uk 2021 Review

As a second pandemic-dominated year draws to a close, we review the UK broadband industry in 2021

Compulsory two-factor authentication now the norm

Two-factor authentication might be an inconvenience, but it’s also a frontline weapon against fraud and cybercrime

Should social media have a dislike option?

Social media dislike buttons have been in the news since YouTube dropped them, but are these tools really a bad influence?

How does UK broadband speed compare globally in 2021?

Our sluggish home broadband is often lamented, but the UK actually offers comparatively okay-ish average speeds.

Coming soon to a router near you: the evolution of 6GHz WiFi

The emergence of 6GHz WiFi could significantly improve home broadband connections, though it’s important to understand why that’s necessary

Why a new underground map system could simplify your next broadband contract

The National Underground Asset Register could be transformative for ISPs and consumers alike, shining a light on what's below the ground

How fast is UK broadband these days?

How fast is UK broadband? It’s a question many people ask, especially in an international context, but the answer is far from clear-cut

Most common broadband complaints revealed

There are some surprisingly common reasons for complaining to your ISP, but these reasons vary from one provider to the next

Sky makes move to online with Sky Glass

As Sky renews it's pitch for the streaming-wars, here's everything you need to know about Sky Glass.

Who would pay for free full fibre broadband?

Free gigabit broadband has once again been flagged up as a political aim, but how would nationalising the UK’s telecommunications sector actually work?

Broadband ‘fair use’ policies fall from favour

IPS have recognised the limitations of these blunt instruments - good news for customers.

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Broadband News

Fake reviews: a growing plague on the internet

Why are we still building homes without gigabit broadband?

Are NFTs just a con, or is there more to it?