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	Hardware	Monthly price	Contract	Speed Download speeds are supplied to us by the broadband providers, and Ofcom's guidelines state any maximum speed quoted must be available to at least 10% of subscribers. Actual speeds will vary depending on your location, so you should do a postcode check on the broadband provider's website to find out your likely speed	Downloads 'UNLIMITED downloads' means there are no monthly usage caps, service restrictions or additional charges for data use. There may be some form of traffic management policy in place - check the broadband provider's webisite for details	Effective cost The average theoretical monthly cost after adding in the setup cost and then deducting any special offers or discounted months. If the contract length is less than a year we assume you keep the package for a year. For comparison guidance, hope it helps!
Sponsored link	69% approval 281 reviews	12 months half price Unlimited Broadband only £5/mth Totally unlimited broadband Inclusive evening/weekend UK landline calls (+£12.25 line rental) FREE £25 M&S voucher - online orders only					Go
1	61% approval 317 reviews	£7.25/mth(normal monthly cost £14.50)	12 months	14Mbmax speed	UNLIMITED(restrictions apply)	£7.25/mth	Go 0800 049 7866
	TalkTalk Plus	Offer (Ends TODAY): FREE £25 Tesco voucher plus 12 months HALF PRICE broadband plus FREE connection OR £50 off installation if you need a new line Phone: Unlimited anytime calls to UK landlines (+ £14.50/mth line rental, or £9.50/mth if you pay 1 year in advance) Extras: HomeSafe online security package (parental controls, anti-virus and time specific website filtering) plus free wireless router, free technical & customer support.
2	69% approval 281 reviews	£5/mth(normal monthly price £10/mth)	12 months	14Mbmax speed	UNLIMITED	£5/mth	Go
	Broadband Unlimited with Talk Freetime	Offer: FREE £25 M&S voucher ONLINE ORDERS ONLY FREE 12 months HALF PRICE broadband ONLINE EXCLUSIVE Phone: Inclusive evening and weekend UK landline calls including 0870 numbers and 20 international destinations (+ £12.25/mth line rental) Extras: Unlimited Wi-Fi access from The Cloud, free wireless router, 12-month trial of McAfee Security software plus 24/7 technical support
3	75% approval 808 reviews	£22.50/mth£17.50 for 3 months	12 months	30Mbmax speed	UNLIMITED(restrictions apply)	£23.75/mth	Go
	Virgin up to 30MB Broadband (without a Virgin phone line)	Offer (Ends TODAY): £20 credit on your bill Extras: Free Virgin Media Super Hub (wireless 'N' technology, DOCSIS3, up to 4 wired and 4 wireless connections) Setup fee of £29.95 applies
4	69% approval 286 reviews	£26/mth£20 for 3 months	18 months	76Mbmax speed	UNLIMITED	£25/mth	Go
	Unlimited Broadband and Evening/Weekend Calls with BT Infinity broadband	Offer (Ends 05 Jul): £25 Sainsburys voucher Phone: Inclusive evening (7pm - 7am) & weekend UK landline calls including 0870 numbers (+ £14.60/mth line rental, or £10.75/mth if you pay 1 year in advance). No connection fee if you need a new line. Extras: BT Home Hub, advanced security package plus unlimited WiFi
5	12 reviews	£8.99/mth	18 months	Undisclosed	100 GBper month(fair use policy)	£8.99/mth	Go 0800 036 0320
	Primus Max Phone + Broadband	Phone: Free evening/weekend UK calls (+ £12.79 line rental) Extras: Free wireless router.
6	75% approval 808 reviews	£27.50/mth£22.50 for 3 months	12 months	60Mbmax speed	UNLIMITED(restrictions apply)	£28.75/mth	Go
	Virgin up to 60MB Broadband (without a Virgin phone line)	Offer (Ends TODAY): £20 credit on your bill Extras: Free Virgin Media Super Hub (wireless 'N' technology, DOCSIS3, up to 4 wired and 4 wireless connections) Setup fee of £29.95 applies
7	61% approval 317 reviews	£3.25/mth(normal monthly cost £6.50)	12 months	14Mbmax speed	40 GBper month	£3.25/mth	Go 0800 049 7866
	TalkTalk Essentials	Offer (Ends TODAY): FREE £25 Tesco voucher plus 12 months HALF PRICE broadband plus FREE connection OR £50 off installation if you need a new line Phone: Unlimited evening and weekend calls to UK landlines (+ £14.50/mth line rental, or £9.50/mth if you pay 1 year in advance) Extras: HomeSafe online security package (parental controls, anti-virus and time specific website filtering) plus free wireless router. Add Download Boost 80GB + £5/mth.
8	69% approval 286 reviews	£38.50/mth£32.50 for 3 months	18 months	76Mbmax speed	UNLIMITED	£39.72/mth	Go
	TV Unlimited + Unlimited Broadband + Evening & Weekend Calls with BT Infinity broadband:	Offer (Ends 05 Jul): £25 Sainsburys voucher TV: 12 month TV contract. NEW 500GB Vision+ box, pause/rewind/record live TV, unlimited on-demand content, 70 Freeview channels, Catch-up TV (BBC/ITV/C4), BBC iPlayer, ESPN. + Sky Sports from £12.90/mth Phone: Inclusive evening (7pm - 7am) & weekend UK landline calls including 0870 numbers (+ £14.60/mth line rental, or £10.75/mth if you pay 1 year in advance). No connection fee if you need a new line. Extras: Fibre optic broadband, BT Home Hub, advanced security package plus unlimited WiFi. Setup fee of £40 applies
9	69% approval 286 reviews	£18/mth£9 for 3 months	18 months	38Mbmax speed	40 GBper month	£16.50/mth	Go
	More Broadband and Evening/Weekend Calls with BT Infinity broadband	Offer (Ends 05 Jul): £25 Sainsburys voucher Phone: Inclusive evening (7pm - 7am) & weekend UK landline calls including 0870 numbers (+ £14.60/mth line rental, or £10.75/mth if you pay 1 year in advance). No connection fee if you need a new line. Extras: Fibre optic broadband, BT Home Hub, advanced security package plus unlimited WiFi
10	6 monthsHALF PRICE 75% approval 808 reviews	£25/mth£12.50 for 6 months	18 months	30Mbmax speed	UNLIMITED(restrictions apply)	£17.50/mth	Go
	Virgin Essential Collection (up to 30MB Broadband + 75 TV channels + Talk Weekends)	Offer (Ends TODAY): HALF PRICE for 6 months plus £60 credit on your bill and free installation ONLINE EXCLUSIVE TV: TiVo 500GB box plus M+ TV package with 75 channels (6 in HD), pause, rewind and record TV, catch-up TV, Sky Anytime (limited on-demand content); + Sky Sports from £14.50/mth Phone: Unlimited weekend calls to UK landlines and Virgin mobiles (+ £13.90/mth line rental) Extras: Free Virgin Media Super Hub (wireless 'N' technology, DOCSIS3, up to 4 wired and 4 wireless connections)

Finding Mac compatible broadband

Being the clear second place preference when it comes to computer operating systems (behind Microsoft Windows), you'll be pleased to hear that finding Mac compatible broadband couldn't be easier.

In terms of hardware, Apple broadband is just the same as any other broadband - the same wires that come out of your wall from either BT (plus anyone who uses BT's hardware - Sky, TalkTalk, O2 etc) or Virgin Media will pop into your Apple just as easily as they would a PC. The same goes for wireless connections - Wi-Fi doesn't mind if you use a Mac or a PC! 

Broadband for Apple Mac software

It is extremely unlikely now, but you may find that the software that comes with your starter pack isn't Mac compatible broadband software. You'd still be able to connect via a Wi-Fi network, but the software on the set up CD may not be compatible with your machine.

You should certainly check with the provider before you buy though, especially if you have an older version of the Apple OS previous to OS X. It always pays to be cautious, but the chances of it not being Mac broadband compatible are slim, as OS X has been around since 2002.

Apple Mac and broadband deals

You aren't likely to find any Apple Mac and broadband specific deals, as the same software and hardware comes with any broadband internet deal you may go for. The only difference will be on the files you import from the CD onto you Mac, but these will come on the same disc as the Windows files and should install automatically (or with very little fuss).

However, the good news is that this means you're privy to the same special offers that everyone gets. It's a highly competitive market, so be sure to shop around using the most important criteria for you - whether it be large download limits, cheap prices, superior extras or fast Mac broadband speeds. If it is great extras, just make sure they're Mac compatible broadband extras!

High speed broadband for Macs

Once again, if you're looking for high speed broadband for Macs, you should have no problems getting online. All the superfast fibre broadband packages from BT and Virgin Media are compatible with Apple's OS X, so you'll be up and running in no time.

As with any other internet package, you should look for a broadband for Apple Mac deal that suits your needs as well as your wallet. While it is always tempting to just go for the fastest package out there, do you really need super fast Mac broadband? If you're only surfing the net or checking your emails most of the time, a cheap deal may do. In most towns and cities, even the cheapest broadband Mac broadband is pretty nippy these days!

Mac broadband goes mobile

If you've already got broadband at home, or can't get it at all, there are plenty of mobile broadband Apple Mac options available. However, you definitely need to read the small print on some of the mobile broadband gadgets to make sure they're Mac compatible.

Things have definitely improved in recent times, but the Mac forums are full of people complaining about dongles that have connection issues for Apple Mac users. If in doubt, call your local dealer before getting a bargain online!

This is especially true if you're looking for Mac compatible pay as you go mobile broadband, as these deals tend to use slightly older dongle designs than contract deals. Don't forget mobile Wi-Fi, or MiFi, deals, as these connect wirelessly so can be much less hassle to get up and running.

General Mac compatible broadband advice

If you're looking for the best deals and offers, no matter what kind of broadband you're after, there are some simple guidelines worth remembering.

First, don't just take our word for it! Alongside the various guides and comparison tables you'll find at Broadband Genie you'll also see we have thousands of reviews from real customers. Of course more often than not people don't go online to praise their UK broadband provider, but if you're going to buy a new deal it's worth having a browse through - you'll soon see patterns emerging when you compare the reviews for various suppliers.

If you can't find the exact help you need here, don't forget you can Ask The Genie and one of our broadband experts should be able to help with your exact query. 

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