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Unlimited broadband

'Unlimited broadband' is a phrase used a lot in providers' broadband advertising, but in many cases... More »

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Broadband availability

More than 20 years since the launch of the world wide web, over 17 million people in the UK have... More »

Topics Broadband Deals Providers

Broadband and phone packages

You can make great savings by bundling your home broadband with phone calls. More »

Topics Providers Deals

Broadband with no phone line

Want a broadband connection but don't need a landline telephone? Depending on where you live, you... More »

Topics No phone line Fibre optic Mobile broadband

Fibre optic broadband

Fibre optic broadband is the latest generation of broadband - but what exactly is it, how does it... More »

Topics Fibre optic

Switching

Switching broadband provider can get you a better service and could save you money. Follow these... More »

Topics Switching Providers Broadband

Recent guides

The top 10 best iPhone games

What are the best games to play on Apple’s smartphone? Check out our list of favourites, which... More »

Topics Mobile phones Smartphones

Compare film and TV streaming sites

Which online streaming movies and TV site is the best? What platforms can you watch on? How much... More »

Topics Broadband Digital TV

Broadband TV

Internet television has taken the UK by storm, changing the way we see TV forever. Providers,... More »

Topics Broadband Sky BT

Best broadband deals

Are you looking for the best broadband deal? Find a plan that works for you, whether you're looking... More »

Topics Deals Broadband

YouView box review - all you need to know

Does YouView work without broadband? How can you get it? How much does it cost?... More »

Topics Digital TV Broadband Hardware BT Talk Talk

Broadband, phone and digital TV

If you’re not already bundling your home telecoms services, perhaps it's time you joined the... More »

Topics Switching Broadband Providers

Cheapest Sky Sports package

Sports fans can get Sky Sports channels on Virgin Media, BT TV or Sky itself. More »

Topics Broadband Sky Deals

Best TV and internet packages

Find the best two-in-one bundle, whether you want the fastest broadband or HD channels. More »

Topics Broadband Providers Deals

Broadband and mobile phone deals

Some providers offer exclusive mobile phone discounts for customers taking broadband, a landline or... More »

Topics Broadband Deals Providers Switching Smartphones

BT Sport vs Sky Sports

Whether its Premier League football or motor racing you want to watch, sports fans in the UK now... More »

Topics Digital TV BT Sky

Samsung Galaxy S4 vs HTC One

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S4 or the HTC One? We put the two top-end Android smartphones... More »

Topics Mobile phones Smartphones Hardware

Broadband and moving house

Want to take your broadband with you when you move house with the minimum of fuss?... More »

Topics Broadband Providers Mobile broadband Switching

Broadband with free Wi-Fi

Looking for a broadband package that includes a wireless broadband service so you can get online... More »

Topics Wireless Providers Smartphones Mobile phones

Twitter #music: What is it and how do I get it?

Twitter #music is the new music service from social network Twitter. broadbandchoices.co.uk... More »

Topics Broadband Smartphones Mobile phones

Truly unlimited broadband UK

What is truly unlimited broadband, and should you get it? Read our guide to find out everything you... More »

Topics Unlimited Speed Broadband

Online fraud: how to protect yourself against phishing

More than three-quarters of Brits have had phishing emails land in their inbox. We explain how... More »

Topics Security Broadband

Free Wi-Fi hotspots: Where can I find them?

Reduce your mobile data usage by logging on to free wireless broadband in public places. More »

Topics Wireless Smartphones Mobile phones

Get the best out of your wireless router

While it won't increase the broadband speed you receive, but changing the aerial on your router can... More »

Topics Wireless Hardware Speed

UK wireless hotspots

There are millions of wireless hotspots across the UK, which allow you to get online with your... More »

Topics Wireless Providers Smartphones Mobile phones

WPA key generator

In today’s wireless world, it is important that you secure your Wi-Fi network to prevent passers-by... More »

Topics Tools Wireless Security

Wireless broadband security essentials

Wireless internet allows you to connect to your broadband from anywhere in the home without cables.... More »

Topics Wireless Security

Wireless broadband

By making your broadband wireless, you can access the web on multiple computers, tablets, phones... More »

Topics Wireless Hardware

Sky Broadband router guide

We take a look at the new Sky Hub SR101 router More »

Topics Sky Wireless Hardware

Ebooks: the complete broadbandchoices guide

Interested in ebooks and e-readers? Our complete broadbandchoices.co.uk guide tells you what you... More »

Topics Broadband Smartphones Mobile phones Hardware

Traffic management

Traffic management policies are used by the majority of broadband providers to make sure customers... More »

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What is Facebook Home and how do I get it?

Facebook Home could revolutionise how we use our smartphones, offering seamless integration between... More »

Topics Smartphones Mobile broadband Broadband Mobile phones

Broadband contracts: The small print

Are you one of the many who have not looked at the small print on their broadband contract? Find... More »

Topics Deals Broadband Providers Switching Speed

4G: When will your mobile network have it?

Find out when each of the major UK mobile networks - O2, Three and Vodafone - will offer superfast... More »

Topics 4G Mobile broadband Smartphones Mobile phones 3G

Why should I check my broadband speed?

A broadband speed tester can give you an accurate impression of how fast your download and upload... More »

Topics Speed Tools Broadband

Broadband and TV services

Looking to bundle TV with broadband? Not sure which service is the one for you? Compare BT Vision,... More »

Topics Digital TV Deals Broadband

Netflix vs LOVEFiLM vs Now TV

Which movie streaming service is most worth subscribing to? broadbandchoices.co.uk takes a look at... More »

Topics Unlimited Broadband Digital TV

What’s the best mobile network for me?

Looking to switch to a new mobile network? We outline some of the extras you can get from each of... More »

Topics Mobile phones Smartphones Vodafone O2

Best broadband for heavy users

What do you need from your broadband if you’re a big downloader? broadbandchoices.co.uk looks at... More »

Topics Unlimited Fibre optic Broadband

Wi-Fi on the tube: How to use it

Find out whether you can use wireless broadband in London Underground stations at no extra cost... More »

Topics Wireless Virgin Media Orange Vodafone Smartphones

Fair usage broadband

Have you signed up for an 'unlimited' package only to read the small print and find out that your... More »

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Broadband with no phone line

Want a broadband connection but don't need a landline telephone? Depending on where you live, you... More »

Topics No phone line Fibre optic Mobile broadband

Free broadband

TalkTalk was the first provider to offer free broadband back in 2006 with a raft of other providers... More »

Topics Deals Broadband Talk Talk

iCloud and beyond - cloud storage explained

Cloud storage services are a great way to ensure important files are available in any place and... More »

Topics Broadband Mobile phones Wireless

Mobile broadband coverage

When you're choosing a mobile broadband provider, it's essential you check the network coverage in... More »

Topics Mobile broadband

4G mobile broadband

The 'fourth generation' of mobile broadband means superfast internet wherever we take our... More »

Topics 4G Mobile broadband

BT mobile broadband

Mobile broadband from BT gives you wireless access to the web wherever you go with your laptop or... More »

Topics Mobile broadband BT

Unlimited broadband

'Unlimited broadband' is a phrase used a lot in providers' broadband advertising, but in many cases... More »

Topics Broadband

Broadband speed advertising - time for a change

New guidelines mean the broadband speeds providers advertise must be speeds at least 10% of their... More »

Topics Speed Broadband Providers

Broadband and house prices: are they connected?

Make the most of your broadband speed when selling your house and find out what the broadband in a... More »

Topics Broadband Speed Deals Switching Providers

BT Home Hub router guide

We take a look at the BT Home Hub 3 router. More »

Topics BT Speed Providers

Parental control: what are your options?

How can broadband providers help you to keep your kids safe online? broadbandchoices.co.uk looks at... More »

Topics Security Broadband BT Virgin Media Plusnet Sky

Types of fibre optic broadband: FTTH vs FTTC

What’s the difference between 'FTTH' and 'FTTC' fibre optic connections? broadbandchoices... More »

Topics Fibre optic Broadband

Internet telephone calls (VoIP)

Lots of people in the UK are taking advantage of the benefits of 'Voice over Internet Protocol'... More »

Topics No phone line Broadband

How do we get our broadband availability data?

Want to know where we get the information about what packages and speeds are available in each... More »

Topics Broadband

Common switching problems

Switching broadband provider can get you faster internet, a better service and save you money - and... More »

Topics Switching

Business broadband and phone

Whether you work or run a small business from home, bundling broadband with a phone package cuts... More »

Topics Business

Internet Security

It's a sad fact that crime and other nasty things exist on the web as they do in the 'real world'.... More »

Topics Security Broadband

Internet data usage guide

How much data does streaming movies or TV use? How about streaming music or just standard web... More »

Topics Broadband

Fibre optic broadband

Fibre optic broadband is the latest generation of broadband - but what exactly is it, how does it... More »

Topics Fibre optic

Watching movies online

Watching TV online is a hugely popular way for telly fans to see their favourite shows, whenever... More »

Topics Broadband

Boost your internet speed

People often think slow internet must be down to their broadband provider. But computer settings,... More »

Topics Speed Broadband Wireless

Broadband availability

More than 20 years since the launch of the world wide web, over 17 million people in the UK have... More »

Topics Broadband Deals Providers

What is Android?

Want to get an Android phone or Android tablet? Here’s everything you need to know about Google’s... More »

Topics Smartphones Broadband

PS3 vs Xbox 360: and the winner is... broadband?

We talk to a range of gaming experts to reveal why the next generation of gaming will be truly... More »

Topics Broadband

BT Broadband Accelerator

The BT Broadband Accelerator - also known as an iPlate - is capable of boosting broadband speeds by... More »

Topics Speed Broadband

Virgin Media Super Hub guide

Take a look at Virgin Media's router, and what you need to get online wirelessly. More »

Topics Virgin Media Hardware Broadband

Plusnet broadband routers

We take a look at Plusnet's Thomson 585v8 router. More »

Topics Plusnet Hardware Broadband

Broadband and phone packages

You can make great savings by bundling your home broadband with phone calls. More »

Topics Providers Deals

EE mobile broadband

EE is a mobile network and broadband provider, formerly called Everything Everywhere. It received a... More »

Topics Mobile broadband Orange 4G 3G

Fastest UK broadband revealed

Britain's average broadband speed now stand at 12.7Mb, according to communications regulator Ofcom. More »

Topics Speed Fibre optic Broadband Providers

How to check the speed of your internet connection

Check your broadband speeds to see that you are getting the service promised by your provider. If... More »

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How does broadband work?

Broadband delivers a fast internet connection through an ADSL line, fibre optic cable, mobile... More »

Topics Broadband Mobile broadband

Satellite broadband guide

Satellite broadband could soon be providing internet access at speeds of up to 10Mb across the UK -... More »

Topics No phone line

Broadband without direct debit

While broadband providers would prefer you pay bills by direct debit, there are often alternative... More »

Topics Broadband

Top tips for downloading from the internet

You should take care about how much you download and upload to make sure you don't go over your... More »

Topics Broadband

Broadband for students

If you’re a student, broadband is essential. It helps you study, access important university... More »

Topics Broadband

Reliable broadband: finding the right package

Don’t suffer with unreliable broadband. Follow our tips to find the perfect package and make sure... More »

Topics Broadband Providers Hardware

Sim-enabled laptops

In the past, mobile broadband providers offered sim-enabled laptops designed to access the internet... More »

Topics Mobile broadband Hardware

Business broadband: Get a static IP address

Need to connect to your work PC from home or send large files securely? A business broadband... More »

Topics Business

BE business broadband

BE broadband offers unlimited downloads and speeds of up to 16Mb, as well as bonded lines for a... More »

Topics Business Providers

O2 Business broadband

O2 Business offers speeds of up to 16.4Mb, upload speeds at up to 1.1Mb and up to 300GB of... More »

Topics Business Providers

Spitfire business broadband

Spitfire offers a range of services to small businesses, including 24Mb broadband and 40Mb fibre... More »

Topics Business Providers

Plusnet Business broadband

Plusnet Business offers a range of broadband packages with speeds of up to 17Mb, a free wireless... More »

Topics Business Providers Plusnet

Eclipse business broadband

Eclipse has been specialising in broadband for small and medium-sized enterprises since 1995. More »

Topics Business Providers

BT Business broadband

BT is the UK's largest provider of business broadband. It has speeds of up to 40Mb for business BT... More »

Topics Business BT Providers

Virgin Media Business broadband

Using its fibre optic cable network, Virgin Media can deliver broadband 'at the speed of light' to... More »

Topics Business Providers

ADSL2+ packages and providers

The broadband technology known as ADSL2+ delivers a fast "always on" connection through your home... More »

Topics Broadband

What is the difference between wired broadband and wi-fi?

A wireless Wi-Fi connection offers a number of advantages over a fixed, wired connection. And with... More »

Topics Wireless

Broadband for Xbox PS3 Wii

Hooking your games console up to the internet lets you take your gaming to the next level, allowing... More »

Topics Deals Broadband Hardware

Broadband coverage

Broadband is available to the majority of UK households, either using BT's copper wire ADSL... More »

Topics Broadband

Broadband in Hull

If you live in the Hull and Beverley region, your broadband is probably supplied by Kingston... More »

Topics Providers

Non-LLU broadband

Even if you live somewhere that's yet to benefit from Local Loop Unbundling (LLU), you can still... More »

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Top Tips for Downloaders

To make the most of movies and gaming online you need to make sure you're not running up an... More »

Topics Broadband Speed Deals

How to make the most of watching TV programmes online

With a decent broadband connection you can enjoy TV shows and movies any time you like. Here's our... More »

Topics Broadband Providers

Guide to SDSL Broadband

SDSL broadband is a high-speed internet service with downloads and uploads at the same speed. It's... More »

Topics Business Speed

TalkTalk Business broadband

TalkTalk Business can deliver broadband to more than 90% of UK businesses, with prices starting... More »

Topics Business Providers

MAC Migration Codes

Migration Access Codes - also known as MAC codes, MAC keys or even MAC numbers - allow you to... More »

Topics Switching Broadband

Hidden Costs of Broadband

Broadband providers have brought their headline prices to an all-time low, and everywhere you look... More »

Topics Switching

Booking last-minute holidays online

The internet has transformed the process of booking holidays. Here we explain how to grab your... More »

Topics Broadband

Websites for children and families

Families with broadband have a world of online learning at their fingertips but not all of the web... More »

Topics Broadband Security

How to research your family tree online

If you've ever wondered who your ancestors were, it's never been easier to find out than by using... More »

Topics Broadband

Cheap broadband deals

Cheap broadband deals are everywhere - from cheap broadband-only packages to broadband, phone and... More »

Topics Deals Broadband

Broadband with a Static IP

A static IP address allows you to take your broadband to the next level, opening up a host of new... More »

Topics Business

Why bother with dial-up?

The vast majority of web users now have a broadband internet connection, but there are still a... More »

Topics Broadband Speed Deals

T-Mobile mobile broadband

Mobile broadband lets you connect your laptop to the internet wherever you go. As long as you can... More »

Topics Mobile broadband

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