Broadband help and guides

Whether you're just starting out on the road to buying broadband, looking for a new deal, or are having problems with your connection or supplier, Broadband Genie is here to help. The guides below should answer all your broadband related questions.

  • How to get broadband in a shared house

    by Christian Cawley

    What broadband is right for your shared home? And how do you manage shared internet? Read this guide to learn more.

  • What is Wi-Fi?

    by Matt Powell

    Heard of Wi-Fi but not sure what it means or whether you need it? Our introduction to Wi-Fi will explain it all.

  • How to watch TV online (for free)

    by Jamie Kavanagh

    Discover how to access a world of TV and movies for free using your broadband connection.

  • Gaming Broadband: All you need to know

    by Matt Powell

    Discover how to get the best broadband and take your gaming to the next level

  • Wi-Fi hotspots: All you need to know

    by Jamie Kavanagh

    Read our guide to Wi-Fi hotspots and learn how to use public Wi-Fi for free internet access

  • All about broadband fair usage policies

    by Matt Powell

    What is a fair usage policy? Does it affect you? How do you avoid fair usage? All your questions are answered here.

  • What is latency?

    by Jamie Kavanagh

    What is latency, and what does it have to do with broadband? Learn the basics with this beginner's guide.

  • BT vs Sky Broadband: Who's best?

    by Matt Powell

    Which of these leading providers offer the best value, features and customer service?

  • What is LLU Broadband?

    by Jamie Kavanagh

    What is LLU broadband? Find out what the term means in this introduction to Local Loop Unbundling.

  • How to switch broadband

    by Matt Powell

    Want a new broadband deal but unsure about switching? We'll answer all your questions about signing up for a new provider.