Broadband News Archive - May 2008
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News Archive
Broadband news achive for May 2008.
Badenoch and Strathspey broadband connections encouraged
Those living in the areas of Badenoch and Strathspey in Scotland are being urged to take up high-speed broadband connections, reports the Strathspey Herald.
As part of the Broadband Reach scheme, residents have been offered government help to get connected.
Initially registration for the scheme ended on January 18th but consumers have been notified that the applications can still be accepted until Friday May 30th.
Friday, 30th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Warning to heavy broadband users
Broadband provider Virgin Media has sent letters to some of its customers considered to have the heaviest usage, according to a report by vnunet.com.
The letters are being served as a reminder of the company's traffic management policies, which could interest those looking for the best broadband deal.
In a statement, Virgin Media said: "As part of this educational exercise we are letting customers know what the changes mean to them, and why they may see their speeds reduced for short periods at certain times of the day."
Friday, 30th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
BT Wifi improves courthouse
Basildon Crown Court has announced that it will be providing wireless broadband facilities to workers, jurors and visitors, reports the Essex Echo.
It has been revealed that Basildon has become one of 67 UK courts to take advantage of broadband technology, which has been provided by BT Openzone.
Courts minister Maria Eagle explained: "For jurors, victims and witnesses, the availability of high-speed broadband internet will mean ready access to work, business and leisure pursuits in between hearings."
Friday, 30th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
ISPs refuse to 'police' broadband
Friday, 30th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
'Understanding' needed for web design
Thursday, 29th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Parish church could be saviour for broadband
Thursday, 29th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Broadband parents should 'explain dangers to children'
Wednesday, 28th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Broadband links to 'useful' alternate worlds for kids
Tuesday, 27th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Wireless security device wins award
Friday, 23rd May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Broadband connections over power lines reported
Friday, 23rd May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Internet 'can help charities'
Thursday, 22nd May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
More broadband for rural homes
Thursday, 22nd May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Medical advice 'available on internet'
Wednesday, 21st May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Voters 'turn to internet over TV'
Wednesday, 21st May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Concerns raised over email database
Wednesday, 21st May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Wireless broadband 'will lead to common information exchange'
Wednesday, 21st May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
AOL aims to give consumers "personal experience"
Tuesday, 20th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
BT works to fix village broadband issues
Tuesday, 20th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
New music store from Napster
Tuesday, 20th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Holiday internet usage leads to four-figure bill
Tuesday, 20th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Orange launches wireless internet radio
Monday, 19th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
TalkTalk sponsors jazz and comedy festivals
Monday, 19th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Victory against spam
Friday, 16th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Early launch of UK Council for Child Internet Safety
Friday, 16th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Broadband downloads for Wii available
Friday, 16th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
'Good design and copy' needed for websites
Friday, 16th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Tips for switching offered
Thursday, 15th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Customers could be overcharged, reports PlusNet
Wednesday, 14th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Grand Theft Auto proves hit with broadband users
Tuesday, 13th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Success for UK internet programme
Tuesday, 13th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Facebook warning over credit companies
Monday, 12th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
UK internet users 'rack up 18 hours a month'
Friday, 9th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Bandwidth calculator launched
Thursday, 8th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Children warned about internet dangers
Thursday, 8th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Bournemouth gets sewer broadband
Thursday, 8th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
New broadband from BT
Wednesday, 7th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
Firms advised about dealing with female home-workers
Tuesday, 6th May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
'Traffic light system' for broadband suggested
Friday, 2nd May 2008 - full story - comments (0)
O2 plans for broadband industry
Thursday, 1st May 2008 - full story - comments (0)