What does Cable Broadband mean?
Cable Broadband is one of the more popular choices of UK Broadband - if it is available in your area. Cable Broadband uses a special cable connection which needs to be installed into your home. You may already have a cable connection which you use to receive your telephone or television service. Cable Broadband Providers will help you establish whether you can receive Cable Broadband in your area.
Advantages/Disadvantages of Cable Broadband.
Cable Broadband offers you much the same service as a dial-up connection, only much faster.
Here is a brief list of the advantages and disadvantages of Cable Broadband:
Advantages
- High speed "always on" connection
- Fixed monthly cost
- Great value for money
- Competitive modem & router prices
Disadvantages
- May not be available in your area - use our Broadband Postcode Checker
- If you already receive Cable Television or Telephone Service, Cable Broadband would be the best option for you.
What Equipment do I need to get Started with Cable Broadband?
- Cable Connection - you will need to live in an area that can receive Cable. If you currently get Cable Television or have a Cable Telephone line you will be able to receive Cable Modem.
- Cable Modem - Most Broadband ISP's will provide you with this equipment, if not take a look at www.dabs.com where you will be able to purchase everything you need at a great price.
- Choose a Broadband Service Provider - Broadband Wise has listed what we believe to be the top two Cable Broadband Providers in the UK below. However, you can take a look at other Broadband ISP's listed on Broadband Wise by clicking on one of the links under Broadband ISP's.