In the current climate, an increased number of employees are working from home on a regular basis. However, whilst remote working poses several benefits in terms of job satisfaction, as well as physical and mental wellbeing, there are some key practical considerations to maintain productivity levels. A vital aspect of a productive home working set …more
Category Archives: Broadband
Is fibre broadband better than ADSL?
In the UK, there are a variety of different broadband solutions available. This can make it tricky to decipher which type of connection is most suited to your requirements. Do I need the fastest connection possible? Which will give me the best deal? This guide breaks down two of the most common types of broadband: …more
Business broadband or residential deals?
Depending on the size and nature of your organisation, specialist business broadband can bring a range of benefits over using a standard home broadband service. However, it’s worth noting that not all businesses need an enterprise-grade broadband solution. To decide which type of package is preferable for your organisation, you’ll need to be aware of …more
Wi-Fi vs Broadband
It’s becoming increasingly common for internet users to use the terms ‘Wi-Fi’ and ‘broadband’ interchangeably. Wi-Fi is commonly used to loosely refer to all types of internet. However, it may surprise you to learnt that actually, they are completely different. Whilst they both fall under the wider realm of a delivering an internet connection to …more
Moving premises: broadband and phone
When moving premises to a new office, you will need to consider what to do with your wireless broadband and telecoms systems. A relocation can be the perfect time to upgrade. You may wish to switch to an FTTP connection or a fibre leased line, along with a future-proof telephony solution such as VoIP (Voice …more
Is a leased line cheaper than broadband?
A fibre leased line is ideal for businesses needing a reliable, constant connection. As it uses a dedicated 1:1 connection, a leased line can be allocated to an organisation for their sole usage, without the problems that can arise due to line contention. In contrast, typical ADSL vs fibre broadband connections will be subject to …more
Telecoms systems for dental offices
The telephone remains a crucial point of contact in any dental practice. Whether you’re scheduling or cancelling appointments, dealing with emergencies or communicating with suppliers, it is essential for dental offices to operate an efficient, reliable phone system. If you are currently considering a new phone solution for your dental office, there are several suitable …more
Optimising broadband for online gaming
Ask any member of the online gaming community and they will confirm that reliable broadband is essential. Whether you’re playing the odd game in your spare time or consider yourself to be a pro – having an internet connection that is slow or prone to cutting out will inevitably lead to frustration. It is widely …more
What does the end of Openreach PSTN and ISDN services mean for business phone systems?
Communications technology has drastically advanced over the years, and this continues to be the case. In terms of telephony, BT Openreach has committed to the ending of PSTN and ISDN services by 2025. Announcing the switch-off date now means that businesses have a number of years to implement alternative phone solutions. Aside from representing a …more
What makes the best FTTP provider?
When on the hunt for a new fibre-optic broadband provider, it’s important to make an informed choice. If you’ve already decided that FTTP (fibre to the premises) is the right broadband solution for you (and you’ve confirmed that it’s available in your area), then the first bit of hard work is done. Now you must …more