As the House of Lords begin their debate on whether internet access should be considered a utility, the US Federal Communications Commission has approved a number of rule changes on how ‘broadband…
The power of cloud
With all the talk of cloud I think it is easy to get swept up in the enthusiasm for it with little consideration for those who don’t work in our industry and…
The centre of my digital world
While under my desk at home plugging in another new piece of technology, I got thinking as to how much my home now relies on my home broadband router. Considering it is…
Rural connectivity is used as a lever
There was an interesting turn of events this week with an open letter being sent to Ed Vaizey, Communications Minister, from a number of infrastructure carriers demanding for lower costs on BT’s…
What to expect in the next decade?
As 2010 rolls in, I am reminded that a decade is a significant period of time and a good one to reflect on, especially in the world of IT and Telecoms. What…
Lord Carter fails to understand broadband
Another politician without a clue on the industry they are governing? Well if you believe the hype on the forthcoming Digital Britain report then it looks like another own goal for broadband in…
So how was 2008 and will 2009 trump it?
In broadband and telecommunications speak the answer is yes; financially it is anyone’s guess. Looking at the consolidation that took place over the past few years with the major mobile carriers moving…
Are businesses mad?
This week sees the launch of BT’s new promotion for businesses. Sign up today and get a free mobile dongle so you can browse the internet when not in the office! It…
Fibre to the home
In one of my previous comments I talk about the report the BSG recently published regarding fibre to the home will cost £28bn. Well to follow up the report the BSG held…