Broadband News Archive - January 2008

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Broadband news achive for January 2008.

New broadband minister announced

Broadband users may be interested to learn that their internet provider will now be monitored by Baroness Shriti Vadera.
The Baroness's new position as Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Business and Competitiveness (lowercase) will involve her overseeing IT and communications within the UK, a task previously undertaken by Stephen Timms.
One of Baroness Vadera's targets will be the UK broadband infrastructure and the upgrading of the network nationwide, as her predecessor Mr Timms had spoken of the importance of high-speed broadband.
Thursday, 31st January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Yahoo! predicts tough year ahead

Yahoo!, which provides services such as email and a search engine to broadband users, has announced that financial difficulties will result in 1,000 job losses in the company.
Chief executive Jerry Yang announced that forecasts of a difficult year had led to the job losses, after profits in December were down 23 per cent on the previous year.
Mr Yang explained that the move was "a necessary step" in the company's transformation.
Wednesday, 30th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Highlands and Islands broadband scheme progressing

Those in the Highlands and Islands will soon benefit from broadband, as a government-supported project expands accessibility with the help of telecoms company Thus.
The Pathfinder North project has already connected 111 sites as part of a £70 million government project to allow those in remote areas to get fast online access.
Highland Council told BBC Scotland: "The partnership continues to work hard to meet agreed target dates to deliver the benefits this project will bring to children, schools, and the wider community through the roll-out of high speed broadband access."
Tuesday, 29th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

A "crucial" year for Tiscali

Despite concerns that the company will eventually be bought out, Tiscali's chief executive Tommaso Pompei told the Financial Times that he would continue to focus on results and said that the broadband provider is not for sale.
Monday, 28th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Free upgrade with Virgin Media broadband

Broadband provider Virgin Media has announced that it will be offering a free upgrade to customers on a 4 Mb service, meaning they will be given a 10 Mb by next month.
Monday, 28th January 2008 - full story - comments (1)

One in eight 'looking to switch broadband provider'

Many broadband users in the UK are unhappy with the broadband service that they are paying for, with one in eight looking to change provider within six months, according to a survey by O2.
Friday, 25th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Birmingham councillor calls for cheap broadband

Help should be given to families who cannot afford broadband, according to Birmingham city councillor Les Lawrence.
Friday, 25th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

BT launch Communications Complete

BT has announced the launch of a new system for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which offers features such as increased integration between phone, IT and broadband services.
Thursday, 24th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Hull encounters broadband problems

Broadband users in Hull were affected by a fault with internet provider Karoo on Wednesday, which resulted in almost 40,000 customers losing their connection.
Thursday, 24th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

AOL 'committed to succeeding as a global web firm'

AOL customers are set to see a "fundamental transformation" of the company, including the announcement that David Harmon has been named the new executive vice president of the broadband provider.
Wednesday, 23rd January 2008 - full story - comments (1)

Super-fast H20 to be rolled out

Bournemouth, Northampton or Dundee will be the first to get super-fast fibre technology broadband, reports the BBC.
Wednesday, 23rd January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Broadband 'in most Irish schools'

The Schools Broadband Access Programme, launched in 2004, has led to 98 per cent of Ireland's primary and secondary schools now having broadband, according to the Telecommunications and Internet Federation (TIF).
Tuesday, 22nd January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

BT Home Hub 'open to hacking'

BT's broadband service provided through their Home Hub scheme could be susceptible to hijacking, according to a report by the Register, highlighting the importance of security when shopping around for broadband deals.
Tuesday, 22nd January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Broadband security taken to new level

A Sheffield-based security firm has developed a system that can detect if intruders have targeted alarm or phone systems by using broadband technology.
Tuesday, 22nd January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

ISP award nominees announced

Broadband users may be interested to know that the nominees for the 2008 Internet Service Providers Association (ISPA) Awards have been released.
Monday, 21st January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Somerset leads ADSL broadband take-up

BT has announced that Somerset has the highest take-up rate of high-speed ADSL broadband, as reported in the Yeovil Express.
Monday, 21st January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

BT reports IT support success

BT has announced that its IT support team has provided ten million minutes worth of advice to customers, including answering 33,000 requests for assistance with wireless broadband connections.
Friday, 18th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

UK's best websites reported by BT

The results of a poll by BT Total Broadband have shown the preferred sites of broadband users in 17 categories.
Friday, 18th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Importance of internet highlighted

The internet has transformed direct marketing strategies, according to the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CMI), making broadband increasingly important for businesses.
Thursday, 17th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Facebook requested to remove Scrabulous game

Social networking website Facebook has been asked to remove the Scrabulous application after lawyers for Hasbro and Mattel claim that the internet game infringes copyright.
Thursday, 17th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Slowdown in broadband subscribers reported

There are now 328.8 million broadband subscribers around the world, according to new research by analysts Point Topic.
Wednesday, 16th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

AOL releases new IM service for deaf people

Broadband provider AOL has announced a new instant messaging (IM) service for the deaf and hard of hearing is being tested in America.
Wednesday, 16th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Search engines 'important in travel sector'

Broadband users exploring their travel options online have become more sophisticated in their research, according to a study by Google UK and comScore.
Tuesday, 15th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Online xmas shopping trends revealed

Broadband users who shopped online over Christmas were following a popular trend, according to figures released by the comScore World Metrix.
Tuesday, 15th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

EC to investigate Internet Explorer

Anti-competition investigations are being launched against Microsoft, including an analysis of the Internet Explorer browser, which is often used by broadband customers.
Tuesday, 15th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Vodafone launches new modem stick

Vodafone has announced the launch of a new USB modem stick for mobile broadband users, which plugs directly into laptops.
Monday, 14th January 2008 - full story - comments (1)

Windows virus warning issued

Broadband users are being warned to be aware of a Windows virus that has the capability to steal login bank account details.
Monday, 14th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Website winners announced

Some of the best websites available to broadband users have been announced in the annual .net Awards.
Friday, 11th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Online radio 'economics unworkable'

Broadband users who enjoy online radio could soon be aware of the effects of high licence royalty fees, which have already resulted in Pandora ending broadcast to British web users.
Friday, 11th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

More 'free' laptops at Carphone Warehouse

In a deal between operator 3 Mobile Broadband and the Carphone Warehouse, broadband consumers subscribing to a £35 per month contract will receive a free Dell laptop.
Thursday, 10th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

BT hopes for 'fastest ever residential network'

BT is planning to install super-fast fibre connections at it Ebbsfleet site, according to a report in the Guardian.
Thursday, 10th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

New broadband tax proposed in France

French president Nicolas Sarkozy has proposed adding a tax to new media, including the use of broadband.
Thursday, 10th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Importance of broadband in education revealed

New research by broadband provider Talk Talk has shown that 70 per cent of parents believe that their children get a better education because of the internet.
Wednesday, 9th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Browser calls end to viral marketing campaign

Mozilla has pulled a viral marketing campaign, which used statistics to compare Internet Explorer and Firefox users, it has been reported.
Wednesday, 9th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)

Movies on broadband 'will eventually take over from discs'

Following the announcement that Netflix and LG will launch set-top boxes allowing films to be watched through the internet, Screen Digest has commented on the long-term potential of digital delivery.
Tuesday, 8th January 2008 - full story - comments (0)