Category: Broadband
BT Fibre products – too slow, too late?
We've published the basic information on the Ebbsfleet Valley fibre roll-out, but is it going to be the big thing we dream of?
Will next generation broadband deliver next generation benefits?
The Broadband Stakeholder Group has published a report looking at the economic benefits and costs of a true next generation roll-out.
Reaction to new Broadband Speeds Code of Practice
OFCOM BROADBAND SPEED CODE OF PRACTICE - The thinkbroadband.com and ISP reaction.
US catches up to the UK on broadband pricing
It has taken a few years, but it seems that where the UK has been, the US is heading with regards to usage allowances and charging consumers per GB.
Akamai publishes state of the Internet report
The UK does not figure in the top 10 countries with regards to accessing Akamai content at greater than 5Mbps but it provides another metric to look at what other countries are doing broadband wise.
Enterprising soul creates BBC iPlayer download app for Mac
It may not have the backing of the BBC but if this software is popular with Mac users it may spur the BBC into action.
Broadband reality in Wales
The not-spots in Wales are becoming clearer as a survey in West Wales progresses.
Retail pricing for WBC ADSL2+ service starts to emerge
With all the changes involved in selling a BT Wholesale WBC service providers have not rushed to release retail pricing, but the first set are starting to emerge.
Demand for broadband higher in rural areas
An Ofcom report looking at the state of the communications markets in the regions and nations of the UK reveals some 59% of rural households have broadband versus 57% in the urban areas.
Internet TV still lags behind VHS for watching shows
A survey for Redback Networks suggests that some 16% of people use the various internet catch-up TV services, compared to 27% who use VHS.