BT Broadband Guide - What is Broadband?


		What is broadband? Do I need a computer to use broadband? What would I use broadband for? How does broadband work? How do I get broadband? Can I use my phone / fax whilst surfing the internet? Do I need a BT line to get broadband? Do I have to pay for the phone line if I don’t make calls? Will my drive/road have to be dug up? When can I use broadband? How much does broadband cost? What is the difference between Broadband and Narrowband? How do I install broadband? What happens if my broadband is not working? Does the computer need to be next to the telephone? How do I know if my PC can support broadband? What does ‘specifications’ mean?

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY PC CAN SUPPORT BROADBAND?

Your ISP will be able to advise if your computer has the right specifications to support broadband. A rule of thumb is that if your computer is less than 3 years old, it will be able to support broadband.

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