The Surprising Impact of a Contended Line on Your Internet Speed

When browsing for new broadband for your business you will likely come across the words ‘contended’ and ‘uncontended’, but what do these mean? Understanding these is important and is something your provider should explain to you. There is nothing worse than having misguided expectations leading to disappointment.  Contention and contention ratios are very often overlooked by […]

What is a 4G Backup and Why it’s Important 

A 4G Backup can help your business avoid downtimes when your main connection fails. You might wonder why it’s so important. According to Merchant Machine just 1 hour without the internet would cost the UK economy £68 million.  Have you ever taken the time to calculate how much it costs your business each year when […]

5 best business broadband options available in 2022 

Business Broadband options are rapidly changing in the UK. As new and better technologies are developed older ones are often being phased out. Knowing your options well is important in making an informed decision about which is best for your business.   Although all serve the purpose of connecting you to the internet, the technology used […]

What Is The PSTN and How Can You Prepare for The PSTN Switch Off?

The PSTN system has been in use since the 1800s. But the use of PSTN technology has been on the decline and is being gradually phased out. In 2017 Openreach announced it will be shutting down the PSTN system for good in December 2025. In 2023 many businesses are still unaware of this. We regularly […]