Home broadband speeds are improving – but how quickly?
It’s comforting to know our internet is getting faster, but progress still lags behind Government targets.
Neil Cumins
Neil is our resident tech expert. He's written guides on loads of broadband head-scratchers and is determined to solve all your technology problems!
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