Broadband ‘fair use’ policies fall from favour
IPS have recognised the limitations of these blunt instruments - good news for customers.
National full-fibre broadband could improve the UK’s standing
The rollout of ultra high speed infrastructure has been beset by obstacles, and we're lagging behind our neighbours
Read: National full-fibre broadband could improve the UK’s standingWordPress has been used to build 40 per cent of the world’s websites
Once a humble blogging platform, now Wordpress websites are found throughout the world, from blue-chip brands to startups and hobby sites.
Read: WordPress has been used to build 40 per cent of the world’s websitesRevealed: the most complained about broadband providers
Read: Revealed: the most complained about broadband providersBroadband TV set to replace cable, satellite and terrestrial services
Online telly will soon see the end of satellite dishes and aerials mounted to the walls and chimneys of homes across the UK
Read: Broadband TV set to replace cable, satellite and terrestrial servicesWho’s got the cheapest broadband of them all?
If you need to cut your costs, now's the time to switch over to a cheaper deal
Read: Who’s got the cheapest broadband of them all?Ten technologies killed off by the internet
The web has been responsible for the premature demise of many established products and services, creating obsolete technology almost overnight
Digital twins: game-changing tech you’ve never heard of
Digital twins have become a leading technology in reducing waste, improving efficiency and moving societies towards net-zero targets
Read: Digital twins: game-changing tech you’ve never heard ofWho’s afraid of the Internet of Things?
Research suggests many consumers don’t trust the 'IoT', but are there reasons to be fearful?
Read: Who’s afraid of the Internet of Things?Project Gigabit: government set to upgrade regions with slow broadband
Read: Project Gigabit: government set to upgrade regions with slow broadbandBroadband access replaces organic supermarkets in house buyers priorities
The link between broadband and house prices may not seem immediately obvious, but its relevance has been proven time and again
Read: Broadband access replaces organic supermarkets in house buyers prioritiesTechnology may have the solutions to a good night’s sleep
Tech and insomnia make unfortunate bedfellows, but there are new solutions which can help to ensure your sleep is less disturbed in future
Read: Technology may have the solutions to a good night’s sleepWhy do UK broadband customers stay loyal to poor providers?
ISP loyalty is often harmful to consumers, yet there are good reasons why people are reluctant to switch provider
Many new build homes still missing full-fibre connectivity
New homes with ultrafast broadband are becoming increasingly common, but you can’t take high-speed connectivity for granted
Read: Many new build homes still missing full-fibre connectivityAre there too many TV channels in today’s online age?
The concept of having too many TV channels would have seemed ridiculous twenty years ago, but we’re now saturated with broadcasting content
Read: Are there too many TV channels in today’s online age?How 1980s home computers paved the way for the internet
Read: How 1980s home computers paved the way for the internet4G wireless broadband – is the end nigh?
For many people, 4G wireless broadband provides a lifeline to the internet, but the rollout of 5G might herald its demise
Read: 4G wireless broadband – is the end nigh?Multi-gigabit broadband – is it on the horizon?
Multi-gigabit broadband might seem outlandish to people still reliant on ADSL connections, but achievable data transfer speeds are increasing all the time.
Read: Multi-gigabit broadband – is it on the horizon?Is quantum computing about to change the world?
Quantum computing potential extends beyond simply processing things faster, offering scope to create entire new consumer services and product offerings
Read: Is quantum computing about to change the world?Comparing the UK’s best streaming services in 2021
The UK's best homegrown streaming platforms offer a variety of content for all audience demographics, but competition – and choice – is growing
Read: Comparing the UK’s best streaming services in 2021Free speech online: For & Against
The arguments for and against free speech are both compelling in isolation, so how tolerant should we be of intolerant comments?
Read: Free speech online: For & AgainstMost complained about Broadband providers revealed
Ofcom complaints about ISPs rose last year as we became more reliant on internet connectivity than ever before
Read: Most complained about Broadband providers revealedIs it time to introduce broadband labelling?
The concept of broadband labelling could simplify the market, bringing regulation similar to other consumer products to internet access
Read: Is it time to introduce broadband labelling?How many ISPs does the UK need to be truly competitive?
We consider whether there’s a minimum number of broadband providers necessary to ensure a competitive broadband market in the UK.
Read: How many ISPs does the UK need to be truly competitive?BritBox is 4 years old – has it been a success?
The launch of BritBox heralded a domestic rival to Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, but a lack of accessibility is hindering take-up
Read: BritBox is 4 years old – has it been a success?Tri-band routers to banish patchy wifi
Despite improvements, broadband routers continue to struggle with whole-home coverage – but tri-band routers could be the solution
Read: Tri-band routers to banish patchy wifiWhy have so many Google projects and products failed?
History is littered with failed Google projects, reflecting the hit-and-miss nature of investing in new technologies
Read: Why have so many Google projects and products failed?Why our careers will revolve around the three Hs in future
A blended working model is likely to be adopted by many employers, radically changing our careers
Read: Why our careers will revolve around the three Hs in futureThe rise of the micro-broadband companies
The established order of major ISPs is increasingly being challenged by micro-broadband companies with their own infrastructure and hardware
Read: The rise of the micro-broadband companiesBuilding Digital UK is the most important Government body you’ve never heard of
It might not be a name you’re familiar with, but its impact on all our lives is going to be significant.
Read: Building Digital UK is the most important Government body you’ve never heard of- 2023
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