Believe it or not, we've been trying to upgrade Kenbrook House for over 3 years. We are now nearly there - it's going to be one of the highest quality broadband connections in the country because there will be simultaneously very few users. And because we have a software defined...
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Covid-19 has accelerated internet data consumption
As if we didn't see this coming - but not this fast. Data consumption was already growing by 40% a year. But in 2020, it actually doubled to 85,000 Pbytes according to the latest figures from OpenReach and Virgin Media. And it's still not that much data compared to what's...
How long will the network last?
The ducting and fibre has a life of at least 40 years – probably longer. If the fibre fails it can be pulled out of the duct and replaced with a new fibre. The electronics in the main cabinet has a life of at least 10 years. This equipment is...
COVID-19 makes the case for full Fibre
Is there anyone left in the country who wants to work at home with a poor copper-based broadband connection? Actually, aren't there now a lot more people who want to work from home as well? Welcome to the newly emerging post-pandemic work landscape. The world really has changed. Most of...