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Apply now for Tesco's Tesco Finest Broadband
Package Summary
Tesco's Tesco Finest Broadband details...
Tesco offers a range of internet access packages to suit constant web surfers, regular internet shoppers or those just looking to keep in touch with friends by e-mail

This is a broadband 'only' package, you do not have to switch your calls or line rental. Great if you're a light broadband user but still want to surf the internet and download music and movies. You can download a music track in under a minute or a DVD quality movie in around five hours

The main features included with this package are a free wireless router, a free internet phone, free internet security and unlimited download limit (fair usage applies)
Monthly Cost£24.97 - The set monthly cost you will pay for this package does not include line rental
Connection FeeFree - Activation for your new connection
Modem/RouterFree - A wireless router is included with no charge for P and P
First Year Cost£299.64 - This includes any promotional discounts, modem costs and connection fees but does not include monthly line rental
Contract Length12 months - Should you cancel your contract during this period, the remaining balance will be charged to you in one lump sum
TechnologyADSL
Technology InformationYou will need a non cable telephone line in order to get this package. This will cost £11.00 a month from BT or less from competitors
Speed/Restrictions
Contention Ratio50:1
Download Speed2Mb
Upload Speed256Kb
Download LimitUnlimited
Download Limit NotesThis package comes with an unlimited download limit and no fair usage policy. This package is suitable for medium usage; here are some helpful representations of downloading:

  • 60 hours web surfing = 1.5GB

  • 1 Music Album = 0.06GB

  • 10 Min Video Clip on Youtube = 0.2GB

  • Low definition movie = 0.75GB

  • DVD quality movie = 4.5GB

  • 10 hours of internet radio = 1.2GB



Other Features
Communications
Voice Over IP (VOIP)Speak to your friends and family online with Voice-Over-IP
Compatibility
Apple MacThe modem or router supplied by this provider is Apple Mac compatible
WindowsThe minimum PC requirements to use this package are Windows 2000 or XP
Customer Service
Awards and AccreditationsThere are no published awards or accreditations for this broadband provider
Call CentreAutomated Service Update:
Lines open 24-hours, 7 days a week.
Freephone.

Customer Care and Billing Queries:
Lines open 8am - midnight, 7 days a week.
Calls charged at a local rate from a BT line.

Broadband Technical Helpdesk:
Lines open 8am - midnight, 7 days a week.
Calls charged at 50p a minute.

Broadband Pre-Registration Technical Helpdesk:
Lines open 8am - midnight, 7 days a week.
Calls free for the first 30 days.
Online SupportOnline support provided via e-mail and help text on the providers web-site
Gaming
PlayStationThe modem or router supplied by this provider is compatible with Playstation
X-boxThe modem or router supplied by this provider is compatible with X-box
Hardware
ModemA free wireless router is included with this package.
Media
Audio ContentThere is no free / exclusive audio or radio content provided as part of this package
Video ContentThere is no free / exclusive video content provided as part of this package
Migration Notes
MigrationYou can migrate to this provider using an IPStream or LLU Migration Authorisation Code (MAC). This is the easiest method of switching
Online Storage space
Email15 e-mail addresses free with a 15MB storage limit.
Webspace50MB of online webspace available.
Payment Methods
ChequeYou cannot pay for this package with a cheque
Credit CardPayments must be made monthly in advance by credit or debit card
Direct DebitYou can pay for this package by Direct Debit. If choosing the Direct Debit option, you will still be required to enter a Card/Debit card, to allow Tesco to bill you while setting up the Direct Debit instructions with your bank.

Security
Anti SpamFreeAnti Spam is supplied as part of the included 'Tesco Internet Security' package.
Anti VirusFreeAnti Virus is supplied as part of the included 'Tesco Internet Security' package.
Child ProtectionFreeChild Protection is supplied as part of the included 'Tesco Internet Security' package.
FirewallFreeA Firewall is supplied as part of the included 'Tesco Internet Security' package.
Package Last Updated: Monday, 17-November-2008