Best Broadband

[Spam-King]

I am fed up of 56k so I'm finally upgrading. But there are so many broadbands to choose from. What is best? I'm not allowed to spend more then 20 quid a month (on broadband)


Anything over 300K would be awesome

[zacspeed]

where are you dude?

[Samurai]

where are you dude?

he said quid (slang for pound), so i'm guessing uk or cyprus.

[Samurai]

Ok...

http://www.vispa.net/broadband-consumer-home500.php

Vispa Internet
512k - £23.99

http://www.cpbb.co.uk/cpbb/index-1.html

Central Point
150 - £12.99
256 - £17.75
512 - £18.99


Maximum speeds of 256kbps to 2048kps download (depending on your package)
Maximum of 256kbps upload speed
50:1 or 20:1 contention ratio
SMTP support for sending email
POP3 email access
We do not block ports, you can use P2P if you wish
You can share your connection
Use your telephone and the internet at the same time
Short 3 month contract
Free backup 0845 access
No hidden charges
No charge for disconnection
Our prices include VAT
We do not make money from your support calls by using premium telephone numbers.

:)

[Spam-King]

thanx man

[Samurai]

np. i was actually going to go with central point but they said they couldn't give me the 2mb connection on my local exchange so i rang up another isp and got 2mb dsl with them lol

[zacspeed]

V21. I've been with them 2 months now, don't seem to be getting very good write-ups, but I've had no problems yet!

[browser]

I'va actually heard poor feedback about central point broadband customer service.

I recommend taking a look at www.adslguide.org.uk (especially the forums).

I am looking for broadband myself at the moment (eyeing up 8MB from UKOnline but will have to wait till April.)

Under £20? Well Hi-Velocity do 1MB for 23.99 and 512 for £19. Reports of excellent customer service and generally recommended.

Other suggestions in ADSLGuide forums

[Voetsek]

http://www.ispreview.co.uk/

good for info .me 2MB pipex

[(>Zero Cool<)]

Hi :D

I am also looking at getting a new isp as I am currently with bt and they are ever so kindly going to start capping in the new year. :dry:

I was looking for a 1Mbit line but noticed that Pipex are running a trial for 2Mbit line for an extra few pounds (uk based btw, I suppose the bt bit gave that away :P )

@Voetsek - how have you found the service, given the chance would you change or are you happy? any feedback would be appreciated thanks :)

:01:

[browser]

I'm basically in the same situation as you Zero Cool. Here is my plan;

Currently: BT Broadband @ £24.99
Because of capping, will move away from BT.

Ultimate goal: UK Online 8MB @ £39.99 (uncapped...well 500GB/month)
Only available in my area in April.

Therefore, need a provider with less than 3 month contract.

Narrowed it down (because of support, no caps, no port blocking and availability) to;

1) Eclipse FLEX 1MB @ £29.99. 1 month contract (30 days cancellation notice) This FLEX thing is really helpful. You can choose, whenever you want to put your speed up to 2MB (as long as your line is capable of that) for 8p and hour AND if you migrate to Eclipse you get a month free FLEXing.
www.eclipse.net.uk

2) Hi Velocity 1MB Christmas Special @ £23.99 (3 month contract). Actually cheaper than my 512 BT.

Hope this helps.

[(>Zero Cool<)]

I'm basically in the same situation as you Zero Cool. Here is my plan;

Currently: BT Broadband @ £24.99
Because of capping, will move away from BT.

Ultimate goal: UK Online 8MB @ £39.99 (uncapped...well 500GB/month)
Only available in my area in April.

Therefore, need a provider with less than 3 month contract.

Narrowed it down (because of support, no caps, no port blocking and availability) to;

1) Eclipse FLEX 1MB @ £29.99. 1 month contract (30 days cancellation notice) This FLEX thing is really helpful. You can choose, whenever you want to put your speed up to 2MB (as long as your line is capable of that) for 8p and hour AND if you migrate to Eclipse you get a month free FLEXing.
www.eclipse.net.uk

2) Hi Velocity 1MB Christmas Special @ £23.99 (3 month contract). Actually cheaper than my 512 BT.

Hope this helps.

Hey Browser :)

That's great buddy, thanks for the info ;) . They both look very interesting. :shifty:

I think bt is gone and shot itself in the foot with their new policy, but I suppose that there are enough 'casual' users to keep them going, seems like they are trying to flush out those who use their broadband to it's fullest potential. :dry:

On the subject of fullest potential Eight Mbit :ohmy: :wacko: :helpsmili ( :w00t: )

Now that sounds good, be a nightmare trying to keep your ratio at a sensible level if you are into that kinda thing.

Thanks again for the help :01: , I must remember and let bt know i am leaving as I think you need a months notice. :)

[browser]

Hi

Yes BT are really getting on my nerves. Really just slowing down broadband in the UK with the overpriced, soon-to-be-capped service.

Yes 8MB, can't wait. You should check if it's available for you...
www.ukonline.net/8000

Yes, the ration will be hard to keep up but there still is a slightly increased upload speed to, as far as I remember. (I'll just have to leave my computer running for longer then....anything for 8MB.

I also think that as long as you've finished your 12 month BT contract, you can request your MAC code immediately, but i'm not 100% sure.

[(>Zero Cool<)]

Hi

Yes BT are really getting on my nerves. Really just slowing down broadband in the UK with the overpriced, soon-to-be-capped service.

Yes 8MB, can't wait. You should check if it's available for you...
www.ukonline.net/8000

Yes, the ration will be hard to keep up but there still is a slightly increased upload speed to, as far as I remember. (I'll just have to leave my computer running for longer then....anything for 8MB.

I also think that as long as you've finished your 12 month BT contract, you can request your MAC code immediately, but i'm not 100% sure.


Hey :)

Ok looks like you will be getting a lodger as the 8MB service ain't available in my cave :dry: :P

Eight MB would be nice (slight understatement) but as I am on 512 at the mo anything above that will be cool. :01:

I have been with bt for over a year, too lazy to shop around :rolleyes: :frusty: but I woll need to check out about cancelling as I don't wanna be stuck longer than I have to be.

Thanks Browser

Zero :D