Making Sense Of A Broadband Speed Check

So you have done your test and you know your speeds, but what do those digits actually mean? Broadband speed is measured usually in Megabits per second. This is usually abbreviated to Mb, Mbps or Mb/sec. These are all the same thing. Its important not to get Mb's (megabits) mixed up with MB's (megabytes) as MB's are about eight times as big as Mb's. If you download anything you will notice that file sizes from things like music and movies are measure in MB's.

Dial up internet is so much slower than Broadband that it is measured in Kilobits per second. This is usually abbreviated to either K, Kb, Kbps or Kb/sec. There are 1000 Kilobits in a Megabit.

So some useful things to know are roughly how much big downloads can be-for instance a single music track would be around 4MB and an album would be anywhere between 40MB and 5MB.A feature film would around 700-000Mb, although the DVD quality ones can be in the Gb's (Gigabytes). If you want to game online- World of Warcraft is the most popular online game but also games like Splinter Cell are widely used- then you can expect to download between 4 MB and 40MB an hour. Keep this in mind when you are selecting your broadband package as many service providers will limit downloads. For some people 2GB a month is plenty to browse with, however if you are gaming or downloading then you should look at a higher limit. Otherwise your speed may be capped by your provider once you have exceeded your limit. For instance if you have a 20Mb connection you may find it capped to 512Kb once over the download limit. Other providers will charge per Mb downloaded in excess of your cap.

Now what about the speeds? These days your line speed can be anything from 512Kb to a whopping 24Mb. This is what is advertised by broadband service providers. You have to do a broadband speed check to make sure that your area can receive this high speeds though, otherwise you may be paying for it and not using it.

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Broadband Abroad

As more people choose to travel to different parts of the world, communication is an essential part of such a commitment, and one that needs to be carefully thought through if they are to stay in contact with their families and employers.

With broadband use increasing around the world, expats and tourists alike now have access to a wide range of services in a variety of places. And with wireless technology becoming more advanced, as well as widely accessible, it has never been easier to keep in touch, wherever people may be in the world.

Internet cafes are becoming more widespread as the demands for broadband increase and act as an effective communication portal - as well as giving users the opportunity to relax and purchase food and drink while e-mailing their family and friends about their adventures in another country.

These establishments can now be found all over the world, serving as a gateway to holidaymakers and expats alike. Prices will vary depending on the country you are visiting, as will any restrictions on content - some countries have filters to comply with their rules and regulations - so a degree of care is encouraged.

If you're looking to relocate and are considering broadband deals, whether for business purposes or simply keeping in contact with your family, there are several factors to consider when researching and selecting broadband providers.

• Cost - most countries now have a variety of packages to suit budgets, though cost will vary depending on location as well as the type of connection you require.


• Area - if you're looking to travel to a rural area, it's often best to research and find out the availability of the nearest broadband providers, there are a variety of websites available that offer advice on this
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• Wi-fi - most major cities now have, or are adapting to include, wi-fi hotspots. These ports allow - through the use of adapters on our mobile phones and laptops - internet access via a wireless connection in public outlets, such as shopping centres, airports, train stations and coffee shops


• Mobile on the move - mobile internet tariffs are usually calculated by a 'megabytes per minute' rate. Most phone networks now offer cheap broadband deals, but it's advisable to check these rates and, if necessary, to set a budget in order to ensure you get the best service at an affordable price. Be sure to contact your provider to check prices and roaming charges before you make the trip

So whether you're sending an informal e-mail to your family or an embarrassing holiday memory to your mates via wi-fi, wireless broadband has helped to take away some degree of isolation when it comes to travel, and allowed people the opportunity to keep in contact with those closest to them.

Compare a range of broadband providers to find a cheap broadband deal that suits you.

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