BROADBAND CHOICES OFFER HINTS AND TIPS FOR STUDENTS CHOOSING A BROADBAND PACKAGE
Released on: August 22, 2008, 1:39 am
Press Release Author: Blaise Simon
Industry: Marketing
Press Release Summary: BroadbandChoices.co.uk is the second biggest dedicated broadband comparison service in the UK and is one of only two sites to have had its calculator accredited by Ofcom.
Press Release Body: The beginning of term is always a busy time. If you are moving into a new house you will already have unpacking, registration, and getting to grips with paying bills to contend with. On top that you have to make time to catch up with old friends, or make sure you meet new ones. Searching around for the broadband package that most suits your needs may seem like a low priority, but you will find there are significant rewards to be gained through very little effort, so read on and find out why it's actually really easy.
The search for the best broadband package can be a confusing one. Providers are aware of this and will most likely try and push their most expensive package your way, but this package may not suit the needs of a student. Taking a few minutes to ensure you're getting the deal that is right for you can save you money, as well as granting you peace of mind.
To simplify the process, BroadbandChoices.co.uk have created a step-by-step guide to getting the best student broadband deal:
Step One - Broadband contracts are likely to be 12 months or more, which is great if you're going to be in your residence for this long, but perhaps not ideal for the nomadic lifestyle of a student. If you are likely to move around a lot, for example visiting friends on the weekends or spending long holidays at home, a non contractual option may be best for you.: If you want digital TV and/or a landline phone in your house, then getting a package that bundles them together with your internet could be the best decision. Sky's See, Speak and Surf includes all three services for £19 a month, with the option of adding more channels at an extra cost.
Step Two - Getting yourself a "dongle" or mobile USB connection has both positives and negatives. The dongle provides highly portable broadband connectivity and eliminates the need for a landline, but mobile packages have tight restrictions in download limits and big penalties for those who exceed them. 3 Mobile's broadband offers 1GB, 3GB or 7GB download capacities, but the financial hit for exceeding these limits is considerable.
Step Three - Fibre-optic is the new method used by Virgin Media to deliver their broadband internet. With Virgin Media, broadband connectivity is delivered through glass fibres the width of a human hair, as opposed to the traditional transportation method of broadband through copper wires.
What makes BroadbandChoices.co.uk different: . Broadband comparison calculator accredited by Ofcom (one of only two accredited UK services) . Most comprehensive range of broadband consumer guides and advice . Variety of ways to rank and compare broadband packages according to individual needs . Detailed package information on over 100 UK broadband packages . A community of like-minded people where you can read reviews and share your thoughts . Up-to-date information regarding key industry developments . Access to practical free, downloadable software tools (speed tester & download monitor).
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