On September the 13th & 14th, we powered the Wi-Fi at the MK Job Show and hosted the Boxx Business Hub…
Connectivity
5G – Who’s Leading The Race?
The widespread release of 5G Networks and 5G capable devices is getting ever closer – so who are the front-runners in 5G development?
Project Loon – The future of internet connectivity?
Did you know that over 3 billion people don’t have access to the internet? Google X has helped launch a new project that could offer internet connectivity to those without it… via balloons!
Anti-Bullying Week 2018 – How to protect yourself and others online
The week commencing the 12th of November marks the start of Anti-Bullying Week. One of the biggest forms of bullying is cyberbullying, so we thought we’d show you some ways of protecting yourself and others online…
The Ocean Plastic Crisis – How is broadband aiding the clean-up?
The amount of plastic that continues to end up in our oceans is increasing at a scarily high rate – Iridium, SpaceX and The Ocean Cleanup have teamed up to try and tackle the issue…
5G testing has begun!
Thanks to some high capacity testing from EE and commitments from other mobile providers, we may be using 5G earlier than we first anticipated…
Connectivity – It’s all about options!
When it comes to connectivity in this day and age, we’re spoilt for choice! However, which is the right solution for you?
The Gigabit Voucher Scheme
In an effort to boost the broadband speeds in this country, the UK Government has put together a £67m scheme to help businesses obtain gigabit speeds! Here is how you can get those speeds for your business and what the benefits are…
5G – The Fifth Generation!
Developments in transmitter and receiver technology have now meant that 5G is just around the corner! Find out exactly how 5G is developing in the UK and how it could be affecting your lives very soon!
New Year’s plans
We’d like to take a minute to let you know what we have in store for 2018…
“The Internet is down!”
Don’t let those words hold you, or your business back, – make sure you have one of these backups in place…
Herd about MK: Boxx’s story
Boxx’s take on Herd about MK – here’s what you missed…
Improving connectivity in the capital and beyond
Good news for Londoners – better broadband is coming for you, everywhere…
Hack-a-thon: You spoke, we listened
We employed one of Google’s favourite tactics to come up with some new products, for you…
Homeworking
Inadequate services prevent home-working for 4m people in UK…
Broadband down? Here are the first four things you should check
Check out our DIY tips to get your broadband up and running here…
Internet Connection Types: A Guide for your Business
If you have ever been confused about the different types of internet connections available for businesses then read on…..
Five tips to help boost your WiFi speed
Check out our little or zero-cost solutions to one of the most frustrating problems…..
ZyXEL Router Hack – Router Update
Following the ZyXEL routers hack, we have been in close contact with ZyXEL regarding how to resolve the issues being experienced by users…..
Router Hack causing Global Broadband Problems
Zyxel routers have been hacked, click here for our guide on how to fix your affected router.
Broadband Overuse: How to avoid it!
Whether we’re storing files, playing games or watching on-demand television, our need for data is forever increasing. Going over your limit is easy to do…
It’s time to Fix Britain’s Internet
Even the industry regulator – Ofcom – thinks it’s time to Fix Britain’s Internet. Read what we and the industry are campaigning for and how you can help….
Pokémon Go and the 4G effect!
Just like everyone else, we’re hooked on the latest craze. Read how we’ve been embracing it….
5G is coming – and faster than you think!
5G is expected to debut in 2018 and firms are already creating 5G ready devices….
Estate Agents: Keeping ahead of the Game
Bog standard office phones and company mobiles just don’t cut the mustard in this changing world…..
Internet History: From Dial-Up to Superfast Broadband
Try telling a 1990s internet user that one day you would have fast broadband in a device you kept in your pocket – unthinkable!
Ofcom demand greater competition in the industry
Ofcom has told Openreach to open up its network to allow rivals to build their own, advanced fibre networks, to increase competitive pressure on its network…..
Telecoms and Broadband: Essential briefing for 2016 and beyond
So that you can keep ahead of the latest industry announcements and plans, we’ve prepared a summary of the key aspects…..
New wi-fi checker app launched by Ofcom
Wireless broadband may not be working as well as it could be in nearly 6m UK homes/offices. Ofcom’s new app looks to improve this…..
Broadband Issues: Causes & how to overcome them
We wanted to get to the bottom of these issues and provide a summary, in simple terms, of what they are and what you can do to resolve them…..
Direct Internet Access: Could your business benefit?
The connection possibilities are endless, with so many options to suit individual business needs, bandwidth requirements and speeds…..
Mobile phone coverage checker launched by Ofcom
New mobile phone coverage checker provides a one-stop answer for those who want to know how networks perform…..
Broadband Connection Vouchers: Government grants to boost your broadband
The government’s ‘Broadband Connection Vouchers’ scheme provides grants up to £3000 to assist with the upfront costs of an improved broadband service for UK SME’s…..
Parental Controls: 10 tips and tricks to keep your child safe
While many of us have passcodes or controls on the main house computer, how many can say the same for every device in the house that can get on the web…..
Broadband: Switching is set to get easier….!
Switching broadband provider no longer needs to cause a headache. Read all about the changes announced by Ofcom…..
What is Direct Internet Access (DIA)…?
Why DIA is the best option for large or growing workforces and those reliant on cloud-based working…..
Your Broadband Provision: What to do if you’re unhappy
While the speed of service is ultimately dictated by what infrastructure is in place, there are steps that can be taken to ensure that you’re receiving as good a service as possible…
Bits & Bytes: The difference between a Megabit & a Megabyte
Two words that look and sound very similar. Anyone could be forgiven for assuming they are two terms for the same service but that would be a big mistake…
Broadband jargon buster: key terms explained
fear not our jargon-buster will mean you can hold your own, while ensuring you get the package you need because you have the right knowledge at your fingertips…..
Top tips to improve your broadband speed
Many things can affect the speed you are getting but the good thing is that many of them are in your control and can be easily fixed…..
New world record set for broadband speed over copper wires
New world record set for broadband speed over copper phone wires using a prototype technology called XG-FAST…..
1 in 4 UK households now has superfast broadband
1 in 4 residential broadbands are now superfast, but the benefits are not shared evenly across the UK. Read more…..
Ofcom: UK overtakes major EU nations for superfast broadband
New figures show that the UK has the highest take-up and coverage of superfast broadband of the EU’s five biggest economies…..
Superfast Broadband to UK’s most remote areas
New £10m fund for rural broadband pilot areas announced by the government in a bid to reach a 2017 target…..
Broadband Vouchers: Government scheme to help small businesses
Government makes broadband vouchers available to small businesses as part of several new schemes aimed at helping small businesses…..
Fibre confusion explained….!
Fibre Broadband is becoming increasingly popular these days, but many people still aren’t sure what it is or what the benefits are over a standard broadband connection….
What will my broadband speed be…..?
Everyone wants a better and faster Broadband speed, but it is not always possible to tell what the 'exact' download or upload speeds will be……
The need for speed…..!
Do you feel your internet just isn't performing at the speed it should, or the speed you would like…..?
