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Broadband Guides
If you're looking for some help with your broadband switch or support with a broadband problem, our broadband guides are here to help.
Setting up broadband
Setting up your new broadband router may feel daunting but it doesn't have to be! Check out our extensive broadband set-up guides.
Broadband and moving house - how to set up your internet
Your guide to moving your broadband connection to your new house. Here's what to consider when moving, including whether or not you should switch to a new one.
Read our broadband guide to moving home
What are the best wireless routers?
Guide to the best broadband routers in the UK. Find the best router for coverage across major providers like BT, Virgin Media, Sky and others.
Read our guide to Wi-Fi routers
How to get broadband without a landline - Uswitch
Want broadband without a phone line? It's now easier than ever to get broadband without a landline frm many of the UK's major broadband providers.
Read our broadband with no landline guide
How to self-install your broadband connection
For times when an engineer can't visit your home to install your new broadband, here's how you can do it yourself.
Here's how to self-install your broadband
Business vs home broadband: Which service do I need?
In this guide we look at the key selling points of business broadband over home broadband so you can decide what's best for your needs.
Read our business vs home broadband guide
Which smart home devices should I buy?
Smart homes can make your house secure and your household chores a breeze. Here are the smart home gadgets you should consider buying...
Read our smart home devices guideBroadband basics
Finding broadband confusing? We've explained the most common broadband jargon and need-to-know essentials in our basics guides.
Bits and bytes explained — a guide to internet connection speeds
Knowing the difference between bits and bytes is key to understanding broadband download times and figuring out what broadband speed you need.
Read our bits and bytes guide
What is a wireless router?
Read our guide to wireless routers to find out how to set them up and how they get your home connected to the internet.
Read our guide to Wi-Fi routers
Five important details to look for in your broadband bill
Find out the key details to be aware of in your next broadband bill, so you can avoid price hikes and unwanted fees.
Read our guide to broadband billsBroadband speeds
Ever wondered what broadband speed you need? We've got your broadband speed questions covered here.
What broadband speed do I need for streaming?
The amount of broadband speed you need to stream depends on which platforms you use, what quality you stream in and how many people are in your household.
Read our broadband for streaming guide
What broadband speed do I need? Find the broadband speeds available in your area
Take a look at our guide to broadband speed guide — find out what speeds you have available in your area and how to deal with slow broadband speed.
Read our guide to broadband speeds
Download time calculator | Check your internet speed
Understanding broadband speeds and download times has never been easier with our download speed calculator. Find out real download times based on your broadband speed with this guide.
Read more about broadband download timesSolving problems with your broadband
From complaints to internet connection issues, check out our best tips to help solve your broadband problems.
Broadband social tariffs for universal credit and low incomes - Uswitch
If you're on Universal Credit or receiving other financial benefits, you can find a much cheaper broadband deal with these providers.
Read our guide on broadband social tariffs
Broadband outage in the UK | What to do when your broadband goes down
What happens when your broadband goes down? What can you do about it? And how long will you be offline? Here's how to deal with an internet outage.
Read out broadband outages guide
Why is my internet so slow? - Uswitch
Here are all the things that could be causing your internet to slow down, and what you can do to fix it.
Read our guide to improving internet speedBroadband price rises
Covering the latest price rise announcements from all of the major providers.
How to save money on your broadband bill - Uswitch
Looking for ways to save money on your monthly bills? Here's how you can reduce what you spend on your broadband.
Read our saving money on broadband tips
EE broadband price rise 2023: what can you do? - Uswitch
EE has hiked prices by nearly 15% for nearly every customer from 31 March 2023. Find out what you can do if you’re an EE broadband customer.
Read more about EE broadband price rises
Vodafone broadband price increase 2023: what can customers do?
Vodafone has increased its broadband prices by nearly 15% for most customers in 2023. Find out what you can do if you’re affected.
Read more about Vodafone broadband price risesMobile broadband
Interested in mobile broadband? Check out our mobile broadband explainer guides to find out more.
MiFi device vs mobile broadband router: what’s the difference?
Wondering what is MiFi? Thinking of getting for 5G home broadband? Find out the difference, and which type of mobile broadband is right for you.
Read our MiFi mobile broadband guide
What is 5G home broadband?
5G home broadband could provide you with download speeds well over 200Mbps, all without the need for a landline or an engineer visit to get you setup.
Read our 5G broadband guide
How to use a mobile internet dongle - Uswitch
Wondering what is a broadband dongle? Want to ask what is a USB mobile broadband stick? Read the Uswitch guide to mobile broadband dongles, plus compare dongles.
Read our guide to mobile internet donglesBroadband providers
Our latest news and advice on broadband providers.
Altnet broadband providers: how to get cheap full fibre
Altnets are smaller broadband providers offering full fibre-only deals. Find out why they're on the rise and see if there are any in your area.
Read our guide to altnet providers
The best value for money broadband providers in the UK
See which providers offer the fastest speeds for the cheapest prices, and find out what else you should look out for to find great value.
Read our value for money guide
How to get Volt benefits from Virgin Media O2 - Uswitch
What benefits do you get for being a Virgin Media broadband and O2 mobile customer? Find out with our detailed guide on Volt.
Read our guide to Volt benefitsSwitching broadband
If you're looking for more information on switching broadband, our guides cover everything from how to switch broadband to how to get the best deals.
How to claim your broadband vouchers, gift cards and reward cards after you switch
Broadband providers often offer gift vouchers or reward cards when you switch, here's how to claim your broadband vouchers so you don't miss out.
Read our guide to broadband vouchers
How to switch broadband - a guide to changing your provider
Want to switch your broadband service? Here's how to do it all, from finding the speed you need to choosing the right provider for you.
Read our guide on switching broadband
How to choose broadband - find the right broadband package
Want to know how to choose broadband? Uswitch explains what to look for in our quick guide on choosing the best type of broadband for you and your household.
Read our guide to choosing the right dealGaming broadband
Online gaming requires a good connection, fast speed and plenty of bandwidth. Find out how you can get the best broadband for your gaming here.
Lag, ping and latency in online gaming - Uswitch
What's the difference between lag, ping and latency, and how will it affect your online gaming experience?
Read our guide to gaming latency
How to set up Nintendo Switch parental controls - Uswitch
Here's how to set up Nintendo Switch parental controls if you're looking to keep your children safe online – even when they're using family-friendly consoles like the Switch.
Read more about Switch parental controls
How to set up PlayStation parental controls - Uswitch
Set up parental controls on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 to keep your kids safe online, prevent them from spending money or communicating with strangers.
Read more about PlayStation parental controlsTypes of broadband connections
There are lots of broadband connections available in the UK but where you live will determine whether it is available to you. Read our broadband connection guides for more information.
The different types of broadband in the UK - Uswitch
Find out all about the different broadband connections available in the UK, and which ones would be best for you and your household.
Read our different types of broadband guide
What is full fibre broadband? - Uswitch
Full fibre is the fastest type of broadband in the UK. Find out all you need to know about full fibre broadband, and whether it’s available at your home.
Read our guide to full fibre
Fibre broadband | How does fibre optic broadband work?
How does fibre-optic broadband work? Which fibre broadband package is right for me? Do you need a phone line? Take a look at our guide.
Read our fibre broadband guideBroadband studies
Read our latest broadband studies. From the Global Broadband Index to the most successful movie sequels, we've got you covered.
UK Broadband Access Statistics 2023
Click here to find the latest UK broadband access statistics for 2023, covering fibre broadband access, usage reports, urban vs. rural broadband, and more.
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UK Broadband Speed Statistics 2023
This page includes relevant broadband speed statistics for 2023, such as UK broadband download speeds, which region has the fastest internet, and the national average broadband speed.
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UK Fibre Optic Broadband Statistics 2023 - Fibre Optic Broadband Facts and Stats Report
The latest UK fibre optic broadband statistics for 2023, covering fibre optic broadband availability and regional variations, including average download and upload speeds and investment, different types of superfast broadband, and more.
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