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27/05/2019
A beginner’s guide to internet speeds and what they mean
One of the most important factors when choosing a broadband plan is knowing what the average speed on that plan is. Even if you find a response to this question, you may still wonder how this will affect your internet usage.Below we have provided a guide to broadband speeds. Finally you can understand the difference between kbps and mbps. We’ll
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16/01/2019
What are the best NBN speeds and providers in Australia
It is no secret that most of us wish we had internet speeds that could rival what you see on TV shows and speeds that other countries on the globe are so blessed with. In Australia, though we are slightly lagging behind the rest of the world, the NBN rollout map is our saving grace. With the intention of providing faster connection speeds to all
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6/02/2018
What are the best no contract and short-term broadband ADSL2+ plans?
As rental properties continue to gain popularity in Australia’s housing market, it is not surprising that many Australians are looking for short-term broadband contracts. Not to mention, there is an array of new options and deals that are constantly being released by competing Internet Service Providers (ISPs), and with NBN being rolled out across
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8/11/2017
Best Broadband plans that have low setup fees and free modem
One of the biggest disappointments for customers is when a broadband plan looks like a bargain on first glance but once you factor in the cost for set-up and buying a modem, it really isn’t as cost-effective as the company would like you to believe. There are, however, many economical plans with cheap setup fees which also come along with a free
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16/08/2017
What are the best pocket wifi deals?
As hot spotting becomes more and more of a common function on our smartphones, you may be wondering why we are still talking about pocket WiFi. Rather than being outdated by mobile tethering, pocket WiFi router technology has also been improving over the years and can be a worthwhile investment if it fits your needs. What is pocket WiFi? Pocket
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16/08/2017
Phone number check for those without an active line
It can be frustrating when you’re searching for a new broadband plan, and you continuously come across phone number checkers when you don’t actually have a phone number. Worse still is when you don’t have a phone number and you don’t want one either! All you’re after is a little broadband...so why the number checker? Click here for the best home
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26/05/2017
What are the best unlimited internet plans
Following the introduction and absolute massive popularity of streaming services such as Netflix, Stan, Apple Music, Spotify and Foxtel Play, there has been no time like now in which unlimited internet plans are more needed than ever. Bu whare are the best unlimited plans for you? Whether you are part of a family that watches movies together in the
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5/05/2017
Whats is the best TPG Plan for you?
TPG Telecom Limited is an Australiantelecommunications and ITcompany that specialises in consumer and business internet services as well as mobile telephone services.TPG is Australia’s second largest internet service provider at the moment and also operates the largest mobile virtual network operator in the country today. TPG’s approach to internet
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5/05/2017
Pensioner and Senior Discounts for ADSL and NBN Broadband Plans
At Compare Broadband, we want you to get the best value for your money. Although there are no specific senior and pensioner discounts available on broadband plans, there are a few ways to connect to the internet more affordably. 1. Telstra home phone pensioner discount Telstra offers a pensioner discount on the home phone service which includes a
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23/01/2017
What is off net broadband?
ADSL1 or ADSL2+ speeds of up to 20Mbps Available in rural areas Can be accessed on pair gains Off net broadband is a term describing ADSL or ADSL2+ broadband plans offered over a different network than that used by the Internet Service Provider (ISP). TPG, for example, has its own network that it uses to deliver cheap ADSL2+ broadband plans
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23/01/2017
Why is it so hard to change from Optus to another broadband provider?
You’ve used Optus as your broadband provider, or for your home phone, but for whatever reasons have decided to move on to a different provider’s internet service. The only problem is just about everyone you talk to says because you’re with Optus they can’t transfer you over to their broadband plans. Why is this? What can you do?Compare your plan to
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22/11/2016
The Internet! (for Mums)
At Compare Broadband, we often find ourselves helping parents find a suitable broadband plan for their family - our own parents, and other people's parents. Usually these requests are prompted by demands from children who understandably need fast, reliable internet connection for their homework, although the ability to play online video games is
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