Archives for Broadband

Network segmentation is the practice of dividing a network into smaller, isolated subnetworks with controlled boundaries between them. It is one of the most effective controls to contain threats, isolate traffic, and give administrators a structured environment to manage. This guide covers what it is, why it matters, the main types, how it works, common…

Netomnia is a full fibre network builder and wholesale infrastructure provider in the UK. This guide covers who they are, how their network is built and delivered, where they operate, and how customers access their services through broadband providers. Who are Netomnia? Netomnia is an alternative network operator, commonly referred to as an “altnet”. They…

CityFibre is one of the UK’s largest independent full fibre network operators, responsible for building and operating wholesale broadband infrastructure across towns and cities nationwide. Rather than selling broadband directly to homes or businesses, CityFibre provides the underlying fibre network that internet service providers use to deliver ultrafast connectivity. This guide explains who CityFibre is,…

Community Fibre is one of the UK’s fastest growing full fibre broadband networks, with a strong focus on urban connectivity and 100% full fibre infrastructure. Its network supports broadband speeds of up to 10 Gbps, significantly higher than the fastest widely available services on the Openreach network. This guide explains who Community Fibre is, how…

Broadband failover is a system that ensures internet access when the primary line fails, by automatically switching to a backup connection such as 4G, fibre, or satellite. Although outages continue to be an issue in the UK, especially due to network failures, accidents and vandalism, many businesses still operate without any kind of failover in…

In the UK, it usually takes around 90 days to install a leased line, from procuring a service provider to fully integrating it with your business network. However, this timeframe can be affected by permitting delays, engineering works, and complex integrations with existing systems. This article outlines the entire leased line installation process, highlighting the…