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People would rather give up going to the cinema, alcohol and cigarettes than their broadband connections, Plusnet claims.

People who continue to illegally download music have gained the backing of an industry report - and pop singer Duffy.

Residents of Caldey Island can now enjoy speeds of 30Mbps - many times the national average.

Growth in the sector is likely to face downwards pressure from the property slowdown, Carphone Warehouse has claimed.

Changing internet trends have been tracked for a new report by BT.

One quarter of the world's computers will be connected via broadband, the tech firm has predicted.

ISPs will soon be cutting the download limits of any user who copies music online without paying.

Broadband shopping is on the up, according to new figures from Capgemini and IMRG.

Price controls should not be enforced on dongle use abroad, a London industry conference has heard.

High-speed networks could soon connect one million UK homes, the firm has indicated.

Britain's complaints process could soon be streamlined, following a consultation from the telecoms regulator.

Many internet buyers have a surprisingly easy-going attitude over security provided by online shopping websites.

High-speed internet connections using fibre technology will take up much more space on the networks, a group has said.

The Manchester resident received the shock charge for downloading music and a TV show episode while overseas.

UK broadband users who have illegally downloaded music and movies have been sent letters of warning by their provider

Britain's biggest supermarket also offers the most reliable email service, it has been claimed.

A new type of mobile broadband, which will allow users to upload to the internet while on the move, will be launched in the UK today.

Fibre networks will only be built in the UK with a more "certain" relationship between telecoms firms and the EU watchdog, it has been claimed.

New super-fast networks might soon be constructed in the UK, it has been suggested.

One quarter of the world will be online within four years, it has been claimed.

The broadband video service has received an upgrade, the BBC has announced.

The increasing popularity of quick mobile broadband is to eat in to the bandwidth provided by global networks.

Consumers are fighting back against big corporations thanks to broadband internet, it has been suggested.

People who buy goods and services through their broadband connections are to receive greater protection when shopping elsewhere in the EU.

Some broadband users have been offered cheap warranty deals, and then asked for personal details.

A quick way of connecting to the internet via a mobile phone has been given a major boost by the WiMAX Forum.

The much-hyped new web browser attracted eight million downloads on its first day on release, its developer has said.

The Sex and the City effect has stimulated internet purchases, it has been claimed.

A minister has indicated that firms could be forced by new laws to crack down on internet piracy.

The broadband provider's fibre optic cable trial is "too little, too late", according to an analyst.

Guidelines putting extra pressure on internet providers have been criticised by an industry expert.

A WiFi sharing service has proved popular since its launch, according to broadband provider BT.

Media regulator Ofcom has unveiled new guidelines on broadband speeds.

Internet connections in the countryside run much less quickly than those in urban areas, new research shows.

Web users aged over 50 are celebrating Silver Surfers Day today.

Over nine in ten internet connections in the UK are now broadband, the government has revealed.

A new stage of the broadband revolution will see wireless connections fitted in cars, the editor of thinkbroadband has speculated.

The largest broadband provider in the UK has put on 150,000 new customers since the beginning of the year.

Use of popular video sites are leading to many customers paying extra for their broadband, it has been suggested.

Communications regulator Ofcom are helping to give customers a fair deal by cracking down on 'unfair' phone and broadband charges.

In the latest bid to crack down on pirating downloading illegally could soon mean saying goodbye to your internet connection.

New research shows 5 million Brits are paying over the odds for their broadband connection.

Virgin Media announce plans to more than double access speeds available on their 'L' package.

BT announce new plans to trial broadband connection speeds of up to 100Mbps.

Ofcom introduce new VoIP regulations that could save lives.

Virgin Media are now offering unlimited broadband starting from just £9 a month for their 2Mb package.

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