May 2009 Broadband News

Life online 'affects our health and behaviour'

The internet and telecommunications technologies are having a real impact on the way people live their lives and behave towards others, one sector analyst has suggested.

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Fri, 29th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Sky TV to be available via broadband-e...

Sky has announced a new partnership that will allow its broadband customers ..
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Fri, 29th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Virgin Media launches new kids telly e...

Virgin Media has announced the launch of a new contest that could encourage ..
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Fri, 29th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

Women 'know all about broadband and IT'

More female broadband users could move into the information technology (IT) ..
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Fri, 29th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Small firms 'cannot afford to upgrade ...

Small and medium-sized businesses can often not afford to reconsider their ..
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Fri, 29th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

More May 2009 Broadband News

Report highlights current broadband threats

A new report has been published that highlights the number of threats broadband users face in terms of malware and virus programs. Read the full story »
Thu, 28th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

Web and IT facilities 'good for encouraging job prospects'

Broadband-enabled educational facilities could provide youngsters with the skills they need to attain a role in the IT sector in their later life, one expert has suggested. Read the full story »
Thu, 28th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Mobile web technology 'keeps businesses and customers close'

Mobile broadband and phone services are not only a vehicle for advertising, they also provide a way for businesses to have a close relationship with their clients. Read the full story »
Thu, 28th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

Structural changes ahead for AOL

AOL could be about to undergo a number of structural changes after it emerged this week that plans were being made to separate it from its parent company. Read the full story »
Thu, 28th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Broadband users advised on online risk

Broadband users may be taking unnecessary risks with their online security by not being careful about the web 2.0 facilities they use, it has been suggested. Read the full story »
Thu, 28th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Broadband users 'make the world smaller with social networking'

With more people accessing websites like Facebook, Bebo, MySpace and Twitter, one expert has suggested the world could be seen as getting smaller. Read the full story »
Thu, 28th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

BT to invest in charitable networking project

BT is hoping to bring its telecommunications and broadband technology to poor regions of China through a new charitable partnership with Unicef. Read the full story »
Wed, 27th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

Samsung to partner AOL's Bebo platform

AOL has revealed details of a new partnership it hopes will bring together lovers of popular broadband pastimes. Read the full story »
Wed, 27th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Vodafone appoints two new board members

Telecommunications and broadband services provider Vodafone has announced the appointment of two new executives to its board of directors this week. Read the full story »
Wed, 27th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Virgin Media enters new mobile web partnership

Virgin Media has added a new mobile portal to its range of web-based services, it has emerged. Read the full story »
Wed, 27th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Mobile broadband 'boosting flexible working'

More businesses across the UK are taking advantage of the many benefits to be enjoyed by offering access to more flexible working technologies, according to a new study. Read the full story »
Tue, 26th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

TalkTalk reveals new scheme for home movers

TalkTalk has announced details of a new service which aims to make life easier for its customers should they need to move their broadband connection to a new property. Read the full story »
Tue, 26th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Broadband users 'should take advantage of enhanced security'

There are a whole host of new and powerful security solutions available to broadband users they would be wise to take advantage of, it has been advised. Read the full story »
Tue, 26th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

Sky announces new live drama project

A new show has been announced that could be popular with theatre goers who happen to have the right Sky television package. Read the full story »
Tue, 26th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Businesses 'can learn from online shoppers' habits'

There are a number of things businesses and retailers can learn from the behaviour of broadband users, one expert has suggested. Read the full story »
Tue, 26th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Ofcom sets new BT wholesale rental prices

Communications services providers have been advised of a new pricing structure for access to BT's wholesale broadband and telephone systems. Read the full story »
Fri, 22nd May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

New web security system available free

Broadband users concerned about internet security have been offered free access to a new anti-phishing and chat encryption solution which may allay their fears. Read the full story »
Fri, 22nd May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

AOL group chosen for online advertising solution

AOL has announced this week that ADTECH has been chosen to supply a full marketing solution to a provider of radio services across the UK. Read the full story »
Fri, 22nd May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

TalkTalk elaborates on Tiscali business plan

TalkTalk has elaborated upon its plans for the Tiscali network, having provisionally acquired the broadband services provider earlier this month. Read the full story »
Fri, 22nd May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Growth in web dating 'unsurprising', expert suggests

There may be a connection between the number of broadband users finding love online and the ongoing effects of the global economic slowdown, it has been suggested. Read the full story »
Thu, 21st May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

AOL launches new discount shopping portal

AOL has announced the launch of a new portal that aims to give broadband users a way to find the products they want at a price they can afford when shopping online. Read the full story »
Thu, 21st May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

Sky subscribers to get Spielberg-produced war drama

Subscribers to Sky's broadband, telephone and television packages could soon be enjoying a new TV series that claims to be a "companion piece" to an award-winning 2001 war drama. Read the full story »
Thu, 21st May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Technology 'will help retailers through recession'

In this time of economic uncertainty, it is likely that the retail industry will be buoyed by consumers' ability to adapt to new technologies and ways to spend their money, it has been suggested. Read the full story »
Thu, 21st May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Broadband users 'getting savvy with online research'

Broadband users are flocking to the internet to save money on their purchases and this is something retailers will continue to take full advantage of, according to one industry commentator. Read the full story »
Thu, 21st May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

New AOL website 'offers help to UK parents'

AOL has announced the launch of a new UK-based website that offers news, advice and support to parents. Read the full story »
Wed, 20th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Motorola launches new wireless broadband platform

A new network management tool has been launched by Motorola that the manufacturer believes will offer internet users a secure way to connect to their networks. Read the full story »
Wed, 20th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

BT partnership 'will be great for business broadband customers'

BT has agreed a new extension on a 15-year partnership that could enhance the telecommunications provider's ability to provide business broadband services in the UK. Read the full story »
Wed, 20th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

AOL launches new push email platform

A new email solution has been launched by AOL that provides subscribers with access to their accounts from anywhere in the world, it has emerged. Read the full story »
Wed, 20th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Virgin Media announces executive reshuffle

A number of changes have taken place at executive level at Virgin Media this week, the company has advised. Read the full story »
Wed, 20th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Businesses 'should not cut back on network spending'

Times may be tough in the current economic climate - but businesses would be unwise to cut back on their technological investments, it has been advised. Read the full story »
Tue, 19th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

Ofcom improves telecommunications complaint procedures

Ofcom is promising consumers a faster and more efficient way to get a resolution over problems they may be having with their telephone, broadband or mobile internet services. Read the full story »
Tue, 19th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Mobile broadband sector 'could soon see a shift'

The mobile broadband sector could be about to witness a shift if plans by one UK supermarket chain are to be put into practice, one expert has suggested. Read the full story »
Tue, 19th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Expert comments on the future of the web

An expert has commented on what the future may hold for mobile phones, broadband, laptops and their related technologies. Read the full story »
Tue, 19th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

T-Mobile tops mobile broadband poll

T-Mobile's mobile broadband offerings have helped the network to top a new poll carried out by YouGov. Read the full story »
Tue, 19th May 2009 - by Isabel Plumbly

Facebook users warned on security

Broadband users have been advised to be extra careful about security when using social networking websites. Read the full story »
Mon, 18th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Illegal software installation 'more prevalent in business'

The use of illegal software is more prevalent in big business than it is in the homes of domestic broadband users, according to one expert. Read the full story »
Mon, 18th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

TalkTalk answers Tiscali users' questions

TalkTalk has issued a statement this week which is aimed at laying the fears of current Tiscali internet users to rest. Read the full story »
Mon, 18th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

Mobile advertising 'not yet challenging the web'

Advertising via portable devices may be a growing sector but it has some way to go before equalling the level of success of other traditional platforms, it has been advised. Read the full story »
Mon, 18th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

BT links bookings with social networking

BT has announced the launch of a new initiative to encourage consumers to make payments via a social networking system. Read the full story »
Mon, 18th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Virgin Media 'eases traffic management scheme'

Virgin Media has relaxed its traffic management policy for select broadband customers. Read the full story »
Fri, 15th May 2009 - by Chris Evans

Broadband customers are on a 'need to know basis'

The government should make it abundantly clear which services broadband customers will have access to with a speed of 2Mb/s, it has been claimed. Read the full story »
Thu, 14th May 2009 - by Chris Evans

Orange predicting 'golden cinema week'

Orange broadband customers can take part in what is being predicted will be a hectic few weeks of cinema-going. Read the full story »
Thu, 14th May 2009 - by Chris Evans

Government commits to 'getting off-liners online'

The government is to launch a new initiative designed to help remove the barriers which are discouraging the estimated 40 per cent of UK residents who do not have broadband access from getting online. Read the full story »
Thu, 14th May 2009 - by Isabel Plumbly

Average web-surfing time in April 'reached 22 hours'

The average British consumer spent over 22 hours surfing the web last month, according to new figures. Read the full story »
Wed, 13th May 2009 - by Isabel Plumbly

Potential "enormous" for online retail

There is "enormous" potential for the internet retail industry if broadband users can learn to trust the systems in place to protect them while shopping online, it has been suggested. Read the full story »
Wed, 13th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Study finds more people now working remotely

More consumers could be in need of fast and reliable broadband connections as a study shows that many people are now enjoying the benefits of working from home. Read the full story »
Wed, 13th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

BT enters new deal with Emirates

A new partnership has been agreed between BT and Emirates that will see the broadband services provider support the airline's range of international contact centres. Read the full story »
Wed, 13th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Orange broadband services 'can free up business users'

The Orange network claims to be able to offer an affordable and effective option for businesses looking to provide their staff with a mobile broadband solution. Read the full story »
Wed, 13th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

TalkTalk 'will ride out recession and saturated market'

This year will continue to be difficult for internet service providers and businesses, but TalkTalk is well positioned to ride it out, it has been suggested. Read the full story »
Tue, 12th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

Vodafone updates business mobile broadband pricing

Vodafone has announced a number of changes that are to be made to its mobile business broadband packages. Read the full story »
Tue, 12th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

AOL relaunches homepage

AOL has relaunched its homepage to incorporate a number of new features that may be of interest to broadband users. Read the full story »
Tue, 12th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

TalkTalk's Tiscali acquisition 'good news for customers'

The merger between TalkTalk and Tiscali will build on the efforts of both companies to provide users with fast and reliable broadband services, it has been advised. Read the full story »
Mon, 11th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

TalkTalk confirms Tiscali acquisition

TalkTalk has confirmed that it is to acquire Tiscali - making the two merged broadband internet companies the largest single provider of web services in the UK. Read the full story »
Mon, 11th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

Virgin Media announces soap poll results

Virgin Media has announced the details of its latest poll that looks at the nation's love affair with soap operas, as well as their characters and cast members. Read the full story »
Mon, 11th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

AOL announces website win

AOL has announced a successful night at the recent 14th Annual EPpy Awards Luncheon, which aims to celebrate the best in online services. Read the full story »
Mon, 11th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

New orange mobile broadband prices for business users

Business broadband users may be interested to hear Orange has announced changes to its pricing structure on mobile packages. Read the full story »
Fri, 8th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Virgin Media testing 200Mb service

Virgin Media has announced that testing for its new broadband service - which promises to deliver speeds of up to 200Mb - is underway. Read the full story »
Fri, 8th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Twitter among Webby Award winners

Twitter has been awarded with one of the most prestigious titles at this year's Webby Awards. Read the full story »
Thu, 7th May 2009 - by Isabel Plumbly

Sky results show growth in broadband, phone and TV subscriptions

Sky has announced its financial results for the nine-month period ending March 31st 2009. Read the full story »
Wed, 6th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

BT boosts Brazillian firm's networking facilities

BT has expanded its broadband services by adding a new five-year contract to its list of international networking clients. Read the full story »
Wed, 6th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

AOL announces new appointment

AOL has announced the appointment of a new president of global advertising and strategy. Read the full story »
Wed, 6th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

O2: Web technology 'essential to the family home'

The internet and its associated services are helping to bring families closer together, according to a new report. Read the full story »
Tue, 5th May 2009 - by Brian Palmer

ITV boosts Virgin Media's on-demand services

Virgin Media has highlighted the impact a range of programmes from ITV have had on its viewing figures. Read the full story »
Tue, 5th May 2009 - by Tim Bisley

Virgin Media reveals Q1 results

Virgin Media has announced the results of its first quarter (Q1) for 2009, claiming strong levels of uptake for its fiber optic broadband, on-demand television and next-generation services. Read the full story »
Tue, 5th May 2009 - by Noel Mellor

Twitter and Facebook 'massive with broadband users'

Social networking is now a "massive thing" with broadband internet users and this is no real surprise, one expert has suggested this week. Read the full story »
Fri, 1st May 2009 - by Noel Mellor


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