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Marc Ferguson

My Broadband Guides Below

  • The Great Rural Connection: Choosing the Right Broadband for Country Life

    The Great Rural Connection: Choosing the Right Broadband for Country Life

    Living in a rural community brings plenty of perks, from the quiet mornings to the sprawling views.  However, it also comes with one big caveat – slower broadband. You quickly realise that the rules for picking an internet connection change the moment you leave the suburbs. In a city, you are often choosing between identical…

  • Full Fibre or Gigabit? Choose the Network, Not the Label

    Full Fibre or Gigabit? Choose the Network, Not the Label

    Full fibre broadband and gigabit broadband are not rival technologies. Full fibre refers to how the connection reaches the property, while gigabit refers to a speed tier of roughly 1,000 Mbps. A cable network can sell gigabit service without running fibre into the home. An FTTP line can also be full fibre, even if the…

  • Openreach’s 100Gbps Cablelink Pilot for UK Broadband ISPs Set for May 2027

    Openreach’s 100Gbps Cablelink Pilot for UK Broadband ISPs Set for May 2027

    Openreach Launches Enterprising 100Gbps Cablelink Pilot for UK Broadband ISPs by May 2027 As the UK broadband landscape evolves, Openreach has announced an ambitious pilot project set to launch in May 2027 that aims to revolutionize the broadband experience for Internet Service Providers (ISPs) across the nation. This initiative will introduce a 100Gbps Cablelink service,…

  • Starlink Trials Personal Maritime Broadband Plan for Small Boat Owners

    Starlink Trials Personal Maritime Broadband Plan for Small Boat Owners

    Starlink’s New Maritime Broadband Initiative: A Game Changer for Small Boat Owners As demand for reliable connectivity at sea escalates among small boat owners, Starlink is stepping up its game with the announcement of a personal maritime broadband plan. This innovation aims to provide seamless internet access to boaters, enhancing their experience whether for leisure…

  • Alternative UK Rural Broadband Network Voneus Acquires Airband UPDATE

    Alternative UK Rural Broadband Network Voneus Acquires Airband UPDATE

    Voneus’ Acquisition of Airband: A Game-changer for Rural UK Broadband In a important move that could reshape the landscape of rural broadband in the UK, Voneus has acquired Airband, a company renowned for its innovative solutions in underserved areas. This acquisition comes at a time when the demand for reliable internet access is escalating, notably…

  • Sky Mobile UK Becomes First O2 MVNO to Launch 5G+ Standalone Support

    Sky Mobile UK Becomes First O2 MVNO to Launch 5G+ Standalone Support

    Sky Mobile UK Pioneers 5G+ Standalone Support as the First O2 MVNO In an industry milestone,Sky Mobile UK has become the first mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) under the O2 umbrella to introduce support for 5G+ standalone technology. This growth not only underscores Sky Mobile’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge connectivity but also positions the brand…

  • APFN Launched Hybrid Fibre SOGEA Broadband Products for UK ISP Partners

    APFN Launched Hybrid Fibre SOGEA Broadband Products for UK ISP Partners

    APFN Introduces Hybrid Fibre SOGEA Broadband Products:​ A Game Changer for UK ISPs The UK broadband landscape is undergoing meaningful conversion, and the recent launch of Hybrid⁣ Fibre​ SOGEA (Single Order Generic⁢ Ethernet Access) products by APFN (Option Provider Fixed Network) is set to shake things up further. This innovative offering aims to streamline connectivity…

  • Grain’s 2Gbps Speed UK Full Fibre Broadband Network Goes Live in Scunthorpe

    Grain’s 2Gbps Speed UK Full Fibre Broadband Network Goes Live in Scunthorpe

    Grain Launches 2Gbps Full ⁤Fibre Broadband in Scunthorpe: A Game Changer for Connectivity In a ​notable stride towards enhancing internet⁢ connectivity,Grain has officially launched its 2Gbps speed full fibre ⁢broadband network in Scunthorpe. This ⁢move ‌not only elevates the local broadband landscape but also sets a new benchmark for competitors in ⁤the‌ UK market. With…

  • Copper down and fibre repaired after cable thefts in Rochford area – UPDATED

    Copper down and fibre repaired after cable thefts in Rochford area – UPDATED

    copper Cable theft and Fibre ‍Repairs: A⁤ Wake-Up Call for‌ the rochford Broadband Landscape The recent surge in cable‌ thefts in the Rochford area has left many⁢ households and businesses grappling with significant disruptions to their ​broadband services. Following these ​incidents,‍ network providers are racing against time to‍ repair damaged copper ⁣lines and transition ‌affected‌…

  • Scientists Overcome Atmospheric Turbulence in Open Air Laser Data Links

    Scientists Overcome Atmospheric Turbulence in Open Air Laser Data Links

    Revolutionizing ‌Laser Data Links: Scientists tackle Atmospheric Turbulence The recent breakthrough in overcoming atmospheric turbulence‍ for open​ air laser data links marks a meaningful ⁤milestone in telecommunications ​technology. This advancement not only enhances the reliability of data transfer but also reshapes the‌ landscape of broadband ‍solutions available ⁤to UK consumers. With ⁤the ever-growing demand for…

  • Grain Connect full fibre now live in Scunthorpe with 2 Gbps for £29.99 a month

    Grain Connect full fibre now live in Scunthorpe with 2 Gbps for £29.99 a month

    Grain Connect Launches⁣ Full Fibre 2 Gbps in Scunthorpe at £29.99 Monthly As the demand for high-speed internet continues to surge, Grain Connect has stepped up its game by launching ⁢a full fibre broadband service in Scunthorpe, offering an impressive 2 Gbps connection for just ‍£29.99 per ‌month. this move not only represents a important…

  • EE UK Offers Free Calls and Data to Nepal After Devastating Floods

    EE UK Offers Free Calls and Data to Nepal After Devastating Floods

    EE UK Initiates Free Calls and ​Data ​to Nepal Following catastrophic Floods In a compassionate response to the devastating floods that recently struck Nepal, EE UK ⁣has announced an initiative offering free calls and data to its customers wishing ​to connect with family and friends in the affected regions. This move not only underscores EES…

  • Conflict of Interest Over Gigaclear’s Wholesale Broadband Sees Two UK ISPs Exit

    Conflict of Interest Over Gigaclear’s Wholesale Broadband Sees Two UK ISPs Exit

    UK Broadband⁢ shakeup: Two ISPs Depart Amid Gigaclear Wholesale Conflict the UK broadband landscape⁣ is facing meaningful upheaval as two Internet Service Providers (ISPs) announce their exit from the gigaclear wholesale broadband framework. This decision has sparked‌ discussions about ⁣the implications for the broader market, ‍customer options, ⁢and ⁣the future ‍of broadband competition in the…

  • Broadband ISP Nufibre Launch eSIM Based Unlimited UK Mobile Plan

    Broadband ISP Nufibre Launch eSIM Based Unlimited UK Mobile Plan

    Nufibre’s Launch of an eSIM-Based ‌Unlimited Mobile Plan: A Game Changer for UK Consumers Nufibre,a burgeoning name in the UK⁢ broadband landscape,has ⁢recently made headlines with ⁤the ⁤introduction of an eSIM-based unlimited mobile⁤ plan.​ This offering not onyl taps into the​ growing demand for seamless mobile⁣ connectivity but also positions Nufibre as ​a formidable player…

  • UK Team Finds Tiny Atomic Changes Can Create Smarter Wireless Antennas

    UK Team Finds Tiny Atomic Changes Can Create Smarter Wireless Antennas

    Revolutionary Developments in Wireless Antenna Technology by UK Researchers In an exciting advancement for the telecommunications industry, a research team in the UK has made significant strides in the development of smarter wireless antennas through the manipulation of tiny atomic changes. This breakthrough not only promises enhanced performance but could also reshape the competitive landscape…

  • APFN adds SoGEA extending reach into part-fibre areas

    APFN adds SoGEA extending reach into part-fibre areas

    APFN Enhances Broadband Access with SoGEA in ⁢Part-Fibre Areas In a important progress‌ for the UK broadband landscape, the APFN (Alternative Provider Fibre Network) has‌ announced the integration of Single Order Generic Ethernet Access (SoGEA) technology into its service offerings. This ‌move is notably pivotal for part-fibre regions,where conventional broadband options have frequently enough been…

  • Study Claims 36 Percent of UK Adults with Home Wi-Fi Suffer Poor Connection

    Study Claims 36 Percent of UK Adults with Home Wi-Fi Suffer Poor Connection

    New Study Reveals 36% of UK Adults with Home Wi-Fi Experience Connection Issues The digital landscape in the UK is rapidly evolving, yet a recent study has unveiled that 36% of adults using home Wi-Fi are struggling with poor connection quality. This statistic raises significant concerns about the reliability of broadband services, especially as households…

  • Gigaclear resellers end wholesale relationships over conflict of interest with own retail brand

    Gigaclear resellers end wholesale relationships over conflict of interest with own retail brand

    Gigaclear⁤ Terminates ‌Reseller Agreements Amid Retail Brand Conflict: Implications for the‍ UK Broadband market The UK broadband landscape is witnessing significant shifts​ as Gigaclear,a prominent provider of full-fibre broadband,has recently ended its wholesale relationships with several resellers due too ⁤conflicts of interest arising from its own retail brand. This‍ move not only reshapes Gigaclear’s strategy…

  • Ofcom Set to Revoke Code Powers for Multiple UK Telecoms Operators

    Ofcom Set to Revoke Code Powers for Multiple UK Telecoms Operators

    Ofcom’s Decision to Revoke Code Powers: Implications for UK Telecom Operators The proclamation by Ofcom to revoke the code powers from several UK telecom operators marks a significant shift in the regulatory landscape. This change is poised to reshape competition and service delivery in the broadband sector, impacting consumers and industry players alike. As the…