The Surprising Impact of a Contended Line on Your Internet Speed
When browsing for new broadband for your business you will likely come across the words ‘contended’ and ‘uncontended’, but what do these mean? Understanding these is important and is something your provider should explain to you. There is nothing worse than having misguided expectations leading to disappointment. Contention and contention ratios are very often overlooked by […]
How to get the most out of your broadband speed
You will almost never reach your maximum advertised broadband speed on a contended line. This is why providers usually offer guaranteed minimum speeds, which on Gigabit connections can reach 200Mbps and even more. But what if you are not even getting your guaranteed speed? In some cases this might be the fault of the supplier […]
What is a Local Area Network (LAN)?
Your Local Area Network (LAN) is an important part of your organisation. It is how your devices interact with each other internally. The way your LAN is set up can affect how well your connection performs. Your LAN components can be a reason you are not getting the maximum benefits of your new ultra-fast broadband […]
What is a 4G Backup and Why it’s Important
A 4G Backup can help your business avoid downtimes when your main connection fails. You might wonder why it’s so important. According to Merchant Machine just 1 hour without the internet would cost the UK economy £68 million. Have you ever taken the time to calculate how much it costs your business each year when […]
5 best business broadband options available in 2022
Business Broadband options are rapidly changing in the UK. As new and better technologies are developed older ones are often being phased out. Knowing your options well is important in making an informed decision about which is best for your business. Although all serve the purpose of connecting you to the internet, the technology used […]
WHY YOUR INTERNET MIGHT BE SLOW AND HOW TO FIX IT
Are your conference calls jittery? Websites take forever to load? Instead of watching a video you find yourself staring at the buffering animation until you’re on the verge of insanity? Slow internet is no fun, and it can be a real productivity killer. There are various reason why you may suddenly have slow internet. Not […]
NEW VOIP LICENCE AVAILABLE NOW
We are proud to announce that we have released a new user licence for our VoIP Phone System which is a cheaper alternative to our Unlimited UK calls licence. What is the new licence? Our new ‘Basic Licence’ is ideal for small businesses in the UK who don’t need an inclusive call bundle and only need basic […]
What Is The PSTN and How Can You Prepare for The PSTN Switch Off?
The PSTN system has been in use since the 1800s. But the use of PSTN technology has been on the decline and is being gradually phased out. In 2017 Openreach announced it will be shutting down the PSTN system for good in December 2025. In 2023 many businesses are still unaware of this. We regularly […]
Making the Switch to SoGEA Broadband: 5 Reasons to Consider
The traditional Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) is being phased out in the UK, with plans to switch off the network completely by 2025. This means that businesses that rely on broadband services which require a phone line will need to find alternative solutions. One option that many businesses are turning to is Single Order […]
7 Benefits of using a Managed Service Provider
Managed Service Providers (MSPs) have become an increasingly popular option for businesses seeking to outsource their IT operations. With rapidly advancing technology, many Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are struggling to keep up. MSPs offer support, expertise and latest technology at a fraction of the cost it would take SMEs to set up and maintain […]
