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1st March 2024 Our social tariff broadband, explained

At Connect Fibre, we believe that everyone should have access to flawless internet at a fair price. With our social tariff broadband packages, we aim to ensure that financial hardships aren't a barrier to high-speed broadband. That's why we've put together two social tariffs that will provide high-speed internet to everyone, regardless of adverse financial circumstances! Read on to learn more about the ins and outs of social broadband tariffs and the eligibility criteria you'll need to consider. Broadband Connect Wi-Fi Why Connect Fibre? Create your perfect package Free in-home appointment Social Tariff Phone TV Business Connect Phone Business Dashboard Help Contract Buyout Offers FAQs Knowledge Base My Tickets About Us Careers Coverage News Carbon Reduction Plan Login Broadband Connect Wi-Fi Why Connect Fibre? Create your perfect package Free in-home appointment Social Tariff Phone TV Business Connect Phone Business Dashboard Help Contract Buyout Offers FAQs Knowledge Base My Tickets About Us Careers Coverage News Carbon Reduction Plan Login

1st March 2024 Broadband Jargon Buster: Broadband Terminology Explained

When browsing for broadband packages, there’s a sea of jargon and terminology to wade through. While it may be second nature to those within the industry, your understanding of what you’re receiving can be swamped by confusing language. At Connect Fibre, helping you understand all the broadband terms you may come across is a priority. We want you to feel informed about what you’re receiving at all times. That’s why we’ve put together a handy jargon buster to turn you into a broadband expert in no time. Who knows, it may even come in handy at a pub quiz! Read on to learn all about common broadband terminology with this cheat sheet.

22nd February 2024 What broadband speed do I need for streaming?

We live in the streaming era. Long gone are the days of sitting down in front of a box set, today streaming platforms reign supreme. For all the wealth of options this opens up, you're very much at the mercy of your broadband connection. After all, a cosy night in front of the TV can turn into a frustrating time if you're watching a buffering screen rather than the latest talked-about series. You can avoid those nightmares before you even start by ensuring your broadband speed is up to scratch (and by choosing Connect Fibre TV to stream all your shows in one place, of course!). Make sure on-demand really means on-demand by understanding what broadband speeds you need for streaming. Never fear, though, we've done the digging so you don't have to. Read on for a streaming broadband cheat sheet, giving you all the information you need to stream shows uninterrupted and choose the best broadband for streaming .

22nd February 2024 Ultimate guide to gaming broadband

Gaming’s come a long way from the humble beginnings of Pong and PacMan. Once a simple pursuit, the advent of online gaming has spawned a global community, bringing people from all walks of life together to play their favourite games. Gaming broadband keeps the community connected.

22nd February 2024 Connect Fibre in the Community - What We've Been Up To

Here at Connect Fibre, it's been a busy few months. Our connectors have been out and about all over the country, getting involved within our communities and showing their support. From high-fives at first installations to lively discussions about all things full fibre broadband with residents, we've been excited to continue our work in towns we connect. We thought we'd take a moment to reflect on the recent time we've spent in our communities. Why not check out some of the things we have been up to in your area below?

20th February 2024 Connect Fibre chooses Deepomatic to guarantee the compliance of fibre roll-out operations and PIA documentation

Press Release - Connect Fibre, one of the UK’s prominent broadband Alternative Network providers (Altnet), has chosen Deepomatic’s cutting-edge First Time Right Automation platform to ensure the seamless execution of fibre roll-out operations and PIA documentation. By automating the control of fibre operations documentation and field engineers' work, Connect Fibre aims to expedite network roll-out while substantially reducing error-related costs such as those associated with quality control and revisits. This strategic move positions Connect Fibre as a pioneer in the use of AI and marks a significant milestone within Openreach's PIA framework.