After entering your UK postcode and selecting your house number, the broadband coverage checker system connects to Ofcom (The UK Communications Regulator) to retrieve broadband coverage information.
The coverage checker shows you the best broadband speed available at your address and is a great starting point in your search for a broadband provider.
How to ping a device To ping an IP, device or website, follow the simple instructions below. Open the command prompt on your Windows PC by clicking on the START menu and then type CMD. A black window will open. This is the command prompt. Type Ping <IP address/hostname or website> (e.g Ping 192.168.1.1 or […]
Can you cancel your broadband contract early? The simple answer is yes. Be aware that most providers enforce a minimum contract length and therefore there may be an early cancellation fee. The cancellation fees vary among broadband providers. You will be pleased to know that there are some scenarios where these cancellation fees can be […]
Difference between Download and Upload speed. Broadband speed is measured in Megabits per second, which is written and referred to as Mb or Mbps (as in 30Mb or 30Mbps). This is the rate at which data is downloaded or uploaded to a website, online application or server. The download is when data is sent from […]
A kilobit (kb) is 1,024 bits Kilobits (Kb) are smaller than kiloBytes (KB). Kilobits (Kb) are used when referring to data transfer rates (i.e. Kilobits per second – Kbps). KiloBytes (KB) are used when referring to file sizes. What’s the difference between bits and Bytes? Internet connection speeds were slow before the new age of […]
Plusnet Broadband is a popular internet service provider (ISP), known for its competitive pricing and reliable performance. If you’re considering Plusnet for your home, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know. We will explore the pros and cons of using Plusnet broadband, and review the latest Plusnet broadband deals, packages and […]
