Broadband

Helpful articles

What is Broadband?
How does Broadband Work?
Do I need Broadband?
Why Get Broadband?
Where is broadband available?
A quick guide to broadband providers.
Do you need Mobile Broadband?

Get Connected
Broadband Information
What is Broadband
Choosing an ISP
Broadband for non ADSL















Helpful links

To see if you can get broadband and what type of broadband is available in your area visit:

www.broadbandchecker.co.uk
or
SamKnows.com


BBC’s guide to broadband

OFCOM (Office of Communications)
The UK Communications Industry regulator.

 














Other

Internet Access
65% of households had access in 2008.

Community Broadband Network (UK)
The UK Community Broadband Network (CBN) was launched in January 2004 as a partnership between Ruralnet, The Phone Coop and Access to Broadband Campaign (ABC). It offers a database of community broadband projects in the UK as well as assistance for those looking to set-up a broadband in their area.

Ecademy broadband community
Broadband Central is a new online community for anyone who has broadband. You can get tips on getting more out of your broadband connection. Uses weblogs.

Broadband Speed Test
If you already have broadband and want to check the speeds you are getting, use this online tool to do so.




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