If you are looking at changing internet provider there are lots of companies out there offering various deals and services.
How do you choose which one is right for you? Firstly don't just go for the cheapest option, think about what you require from your internet connection.
If you require quick downloads then you will need a speedy connection and one that is shared by as little people as possible.
A lot of people do not know that the cheaper your broadband is the more people share the service.
At peak times this is a problem because your connection speed will be slow and things such as web pages will take a lot longer to load up.
Using a higher priced service will generally mean that you have less people using the same line/ service so your broadband will be a lot quicker which is vital for a business who will have multiple users at any given time all uploading and downloading.
If you tend to use lots of applications at once such as downloading, emails and the viewing of streaming products (video and music) a high bandwidth is required and this can cost extra.
Your broadband requirements may be to just occasionally surf the internet within your home just browsing web pages, this is when the cheapest option is a good one, with prices starting at just £10 a month.
Look for a provider who will also provide you with everything you need for a connection to the internet such as a router, Ethernet cable and filter box otherwise you will have to locate and purchase these products at an extra cost.
After care service is vital because you want to know that if any problems are experienced they will be fixed as soon as possible, this might not be quite so important for occasional home users but to a business both small and large it is an absolute must.
If you are looking to swap your internet provider please be aware that this process can take a week or sometimes just over.
It is important to not cancel your current contract but to swap it to another company using a MAC code, this will be explained by your new service provider and the code will be provided by your old provider.
Once you have the MAC code the swap can take place and when it is done then you can cancel any old contracts.
Doing it this way will mean that your service will not be disturbed and you can carry on as usual.
How do you choose which one is right for you? Firstly don't just go for the cheapest option, think about what you require from your internet connection.
If you require quick downloads then you will need a speedy connection and one that is shared by as little people as possible.
A lot of people do not know that the cheaper your broadband is the more people share the service.
At peak times this is a problem because your connection speed will be slow and things such as web pages will take a lot longer to load up.
Using a higher priced service will generally mean that you have less people using the same line/ service so your broadband will be a lot quicker which is vital for a business who will have multiple users at any given time all uploading and downloading.
If you tend to use lots of applications at once such as downloading, emails and the viewing of streaming products (video and music) a high bandwidth is required and this can cost extra.
Your broadband requirements may be to just occasionally surf the internet within your home just browsing web pages, this is when the cheapest option is a good one, with prices starting at just £10 a month.
Look for a provider who will also provide you with everything you need for a connection to the internet such as a router, Ethernet cable and filter box otherwise you will have to locate and purchase these products at an extra cost.
After care service is vital because you want to know that if any problems are experienced they will be fixed as soon as possible, this might not be quite so important for occasional home users but to a business both small and large it is an absolute must.
If you are looking to swap your internet provider please be aware that this process can take a week or sometimes just over.
It is important to not cancel your current contract but to swap it to another company using a MAC code, this will be explained by your new service provider and the code will be provided by your old provider.
Once you have the MAC code the swap can take place and when it is done then you can cancel any old contracts.
Doing it this way will mean that your service will not be disturbed and you can carry on as usual.