Broadband Deals FAQ

When choosing your home broadband provider, a key thing to be aware of is not being taken in by the first attractive offer you see. Many home broadband deals appear to be money-savers on paper, but in reality, they may not meet your specific requirements. Here are some frequently asked questions about home broadband deals.

What’s the difference between Home and Business Broadband?
Besides the obvious – that one is for home and the other for business – many folk don’t know the practical differences between the two. The main difference with business broadband is that it will limit the number of customers that can access the server at a particular time. This is specifically designed to counter slow service at peak times  - something many home broadband users simply have to live with. Of course, the flipside of that is that more people on one server costs less per individual, so what you sacrifice in bandwidth, you make up for in low cost internet. 

Should I get line rental and cable television with my broadband service?
Many companies offer phone line rental and premium television channels as part of their broadband packages. It is simpler and cheaper to have one company servicing all these areas

Sky is known for its television service, but its broadband deals deliver one of the most reliable services currently available. Good market research is essential, as any company’s service will vary from town to town. Of course, it’s worth remembering that, should you opt for a package deal, you should be as happy with each of the services offered as you would if they came as individual services. It can often be difficult to get out of your contract once it’s signed, so you should be confident that you are happy with everything.

Hoe much bandwidth?
Most customers only use a small fraction of the bandwidth they are entitled to, so make sure you get a package appropriate for your household. If you live alone and don’t download music or films, it’s nonsensical to get a bigger, more expensive service. If you have a house with 4, 5 or more people living there, you will want to make sure you’re all covered for your individual needs - Sky does an excellent Unlimited Broadband package, ideal for just such intensive usage.

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