How fast is UK broadband these days?
How fast is UK broadband? It’s a question many people ask, especially in an international context, but the answer is far from clear-cut
Most common broadband complaints revealed
There are some surprisingly common reasons for complaining to your ISP, but these reasons vary from one provider to the next
Read: Most common broadband complaints revealedSky makes move to online with Sky Glass
As Sky renews it's pitch for the streaming-wars, here's everything you need to know about Sky Glass.
Read: Sky makes move to online with Sky GlassWho would pay for free full fibre broadband?
Read: Who would pay for free full fibre broadband?Broadband ‘fair use’ policies fall from favour
IPS have recognised the limitations of these blunt instruments - good news for customers.
Read: Broadband ‘fair use’ policies fall from favourNational 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.
Revealed: the most complained about broadband providers
The latest Ofcom league tables on UK ISP complaints has just been published, revealing which telecoms and pay TV providers are underperforming
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?
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
Read: Ten technologies killed off by the internetDigital 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?
Project Gigabit: government set to upgrade regions with slow broadband
The Government’s latest attempt to level up the online playing field is here
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
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
Read: Why do UK broadband customers stay loyal to poor providers?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
The explosion in 1980s home computers paved the way for the connected world of the 1990s, and widespread adoption of 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 wifi- 2023
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