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"Broadband"

I really really really want this, and Ive almost persuaded my parents to get it.

Ive fed them with a load of crap, at how it will make the internet go faster, therefore allowing me to do my "Homework" more efficiently... (Yeah right!)

Anyway, theyve said if I can find out all the information about getting it then I can have it. :-D

So im asking you, could you give me some decent information on Broadband, costs, and how its set up etc.

We're using Eurobell at the moment, so I think we'd have to stick with that, rather than going for BT.....

So any information you can give me, Id be very grateful.

Thanks

David

It would be nice if everyone could have Broadband or higher, I think it's a shame that it's only limited to a few spots around the UK, although i'm still very happy, Broadband is definatly good to have.
Problem i've found is though, my HDD has decreased quite rapidly since i've had it, and I think i've been quite good with it, I tend to download about 200Mb a day though, saved my self a pretty penny, I also like the look of the modem sat next to me, it makes it look more powerful.
Size does matter, get a thick cable installed now!

Reaper/Phil's already got it... Damn him :)

I've got NTL cable, 512K.

Cost £25 installation, and £25 per month if you rent the modem - £19.99 per month if you buy it outright.

I did have to pay for the first two months at the same time, though - so basically the first payment was £75 (installation and 2 months rental).

Could never go back to a normal modem now.

I'm thinking of upgrading to the 1Mb service when it becomes available.

Wasn't an offer ... it was a demand ...... ggrrrrr

:o).

Nah, s'ok after getting another amazing ping of 35 i'm reasonably happy I guess, I might just go and download a few more FULL games from KaZaA or watch some streaming videos and get no lag at all. Thanks for the offer though.

I'd be happy to take that discusting Broadband of your hands :o)

Well you say that, but after being able to download huge files in a matter of mintues it does get pretty boring i'm actually considering getting a 0.000000000001Kbs modem, maybe even go back to writing to people with pen and paper, then I might even get a wooden club and live in a cave, or maybe i'm just being crazy.

Thanks, I'll have to research it a bit.

Is broadband as good as they say?

I think I'm gonna dive into the broadband area ...... with Pipex, as they seem pretty good, cheaper than others and people here say they are good :o)

I'd look into pipex or BT OpenWorld if your don't fancy pipex.

£19.95 plus VAT a month for Pipex with free install. just need a modem.