Broadband News Archive - February 2008

Broadband news achive for February 2008.

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Broadband advertising could be investigated

Broadband users could find that their browsing history is passed on to advertising company Phorm, which will result in targeted marketing deemed more "relevant, rewarding and valuable".
The Register reports that BT, Virgin Media and Talk Talk are set to implement the services of Phorm, while Orange, Tiscali and Sky are postponing decisions.
A spokesperson for Sky said: "Of paramount importance is the online safety of our customers and will only implement a solution when we can use customer data in a responsible way which safeguards privacy."
Friday, 29th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Better deal for broadband users sought

Additional charges set by broadband and other communication service providers are set to be curbed following an announcement by industry watchdog Ofcom.
The news comes after concerns were raised that falling headline prices were not including additional charges, such as fees accrued when paying by cheque and for late payments.
Chief executive of Ofcom Ed Richards said: "Consumers are benefiting from greater competition and lower prices. But for consumers to get an all round fair deal they need to know the full costs of the services they are buying."
Friday, 29th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Domain names 'bought for life'

The demand for domain names has been kept buoyant because they can be retained for a lifetime, even when users switch providers, according to Domainmonster.com.
Business broadband users may be particularly interested in the reminder from the domain registration provider that renewing a website name can ensure it remains in the hands of the company, although the same applies for personal websites.
Managing director of Domainmonster.com Matt Mansell commented: "[A] domain name doesn't have to move with the service provider, it's held by a central body and as long as you renew it online it remains yours for as long as you'd like."
Thursday, 28th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Lack of IT skills 'could prevent flexible working'


Thursday, 28th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Virgin Media adds customers


Thursday, 28th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Broadband development 'not about writing cheques'


Wednesday, 27th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Broadband users 'can save money' by checking in online


Wednesday, 27th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Broadband bus hits Warrington


Tuesday, 26th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Super-fast broadband review announced


Tuesday, 26th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Online criminals 'are getting more sophisticated'


Tuesday, 26th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Hispanic station launched


Tuesday, 26th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

BT boosts health worker technology


Tuesday, 26th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

European internet TV receives funding


Monday, 25th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

BT drops charges for customer service


Friday, 22nd February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Internet security 'has adapted'


Friday, 22nd February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Welsh broadband to be improved


Thursday, 21st February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Broadband 'can help people return to work pool'


Thursday, 21st February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Britain 'one of most active online populations'


Wednesday, 20th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

New broadband service for Wales


Wednesday, 20th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Internet shopping grows


Tuesday, 19th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Broadband users "not aware of the potential dangers"


Tuesday, 19th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

ISP new advertising platform


Monday, 18th February 2008 - full story - comments (1)

Re-writing internet history


Monday, 18th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Convergence 'is starting to happen'


Friday, 15th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Crying about broadband


Friday, 15th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Broadband services 'could be deregulated'


Thursday, 14th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Valentine's virus email alert issued


Thursday, 14th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

European Safer Internet Day raises awareness


Wednesday, 13th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Internet crackdown in China


Wednesday, 13th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Crackdown on illegal downloads


Tuesday, 12th February 2008 - full story - comments (1)

New broadband nature channels


Tuesday, 12th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Online personal identity is 'precious'


Monday, 11th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Broadband Connected Communities faces opposition


Monday, 11th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Homeworkers 'bad behaviour' online


Friday, 8th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

New business broadband for SMEs


Friday, 8th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

BSkyB broadband investment


Thursday, 7th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

BT 'still number one retail broadband provider'


Thursday, 7th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Auction site bans buyer criticism


Wednesday, 6th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

BT 'could charge broadband rivals more'


Wednesday, 6th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

ASA dismisses Virgin broadband ad complaints


Wednesday, 6th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Internet bank customers 'should protect computers'


Tuesday, 5th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Virgin Media partners Phones 4u


Tuesday, 5th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Broadband subscriptions 'may increase'


Monday, 4th February 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Vodafone cuts price of mobile broadband


Friday, 1st February 2008 - full story - comments (0)