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What is an AltNet? And what impact are they having across UK Fibre infrastructure

  • By Flo Wheeler
  • July 9, 2024

An AltNet is an Alternative Network Provider. Typically one that offers high speed fibre broadband packages to both homes and businesses. They compete with the UK’s big brand internet service

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Why is ‘ping’ an important metric for online gamers? And what can you do to improve your score.

  • By Flo Wheeler
  • March 28, 2024

If you’re a keen online gamer and want to take your performance to a higher level, buckle up! This blog might get a bit geeky, but stay with us as

Technology

Which businesses and online professions benefit most from low ping rates and why?

  • By Flo Wheeler
  • March 28, 2024

Low ping rates are important for online professions requiring fast and responsive communication. Ping is essentially the metric which measures the responsiveness of your internet connection.  Low ping is considered

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The importance of knowledgeable front-line technical support when selecting an ISP for your business

  • By Flo Wheeler
  • March 27, 2024

When selecting an Internet Service Provider (ISP) in the UK it is important to consider the level and quality of technical support offered by the provider. A good ISP will

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How can UK firms optimise data in a fibre enabled future-fit workplace?

  • By Flo Wheeler
  • November 30, 2023

Data is the lifeblood of any modern business. And UK firms need to harness its power to stay competitive and resilient. However, data alone is not enough; it needs to

Technology

How will the UK economy benefit from future-ready networks?

  • By Flo Wheeler
  • November 30, 2023

Future-ready networks are networks that can adapt to the changing needs and demands of users, applications, and devices. They use technologies such as software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualisation

Technology

Future-Proofing Remote and Hybrid Working With Full Fibre

  • By Flo Wheeler
  • November 30, 2023

In the post-pandemic era, full fibre (FTTP) connections will help UK businesses future-proof their remote and hybrid working in several ways.  FTTP provides faster, more reliable, more secure, and more

Technology

How can UK businesses use fibre to get on the front foot with cyber security?

  • By Flo Wheeler
  • November 30, 2023

Fibre connectivity can support UK businesses to become more proactive with cyber security. Firms can take advantage of the following benefits: Faster and more reliable internet access: Fibre connectivity can

Technology

How will UK businesses benefit from fibre connectivity to create efficient, secure and inclusive working environments?

  • By Flo Wheeler
  • November 30, 2023

The UK government is committed to delivering gigabit-capable broadband to every home and business in the UK by 2025, as part of its Project Gigabit initiative.  By investing in fibre

Technology

Failover Routers – What are the benefits? And which ones work best?

  • By Flo Wheeler
  • November 9, 2023

A 4G / 5G failover router is a device that provides backup internet connectivity in case your primary internet connection fails. It uses a cellular data network as the secondary

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