Common broadband FAQs
Recent statistics have revealed that as much as 98 per cent of the UK has access to broadband internet, and a great many people use the service every day for work and pleasure. But even if you use the service frequently, that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to be an expert on how it works – and many people often find themselves confused by the jargon and figures involved when dealing with their broadband accounts.
Even the term ‘broadband’ can be confusing, when people try to differentiate it from the internet itself. Generally speaking, broadband is a method of internet connection that delivers fast speeds through cables or phone lines and is permanently switched on, so you can access it at all times unless there are network issues. This differentiates broadband from older forms of internet connection such as dial-up networks, which had to be dialled through your phone line via a modem and were not usually capable of delivering such fast speeds or the same level of stability.
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Broadband is widely treated as a utility service, similar to your phone line, meaning you will usually be tied into a contract for a specified duration and instalments can be paid on a monthly basis. The price you pay for broadband can determine the type of service you receive, and there are various options – from low usage packages that feature limitations on the amount you’re able to download to unlimited accounts that are ideal for professionals or frequent users.
Other common questions about broadband include the various types of broadband connection available, which can sometimes have a big impact on how much you pay and the quality of service you will receive. The most common method of receiving broadband is through an ADSL line, which is linked to your phone line but operates separately – meaning you won’t have to go offline in order to make or receive calls, as was often the case for dial-up internet. If you have a wireless router, you can connect this to the ADSL line and you will be free to access the internet remotely from your computer, laptop or other device, as long as you stay within range of the wireless signal.
Cable broadband is another popular type of connection that’s suitable for customers who don’t have a phone line in their property, or who prefer to receive their broadband service from the same provider as their cable TV. If you live in more remote areas where cable and ADSL broadband are not options, you may still be able to get online via satellite broadband or mobile broadband services.
Isla Campbell writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.
Isla is a part of the digital blogging team at shoutingindigital.com who work with brands like BT. For more information about me, or to keep up to date with the latest in retail news, check out my posts at shoutingindigital.com or visit my Twitter account, @shoutingID.
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