On the face of it, BT and TalkTalk are pretty similar. They both offer fibre optic packages and unlimited downloads.
Each has its own TV service and they both use the Openreach network to deliver broadband to the home.
Is BT going to stop landlines
What Is The BT Switch Off? BT have announced that they are planning to shut off their PSTN and ISDN phone lines and swap all their business customers to VoIP and SIP solutions.
The scheduled end date of this project is 2025 and is already underway in Salisbury, Wiltshire.
Does Bt fibre need a phone line
No, you no longer need a BT phone line to get BT Broadband and BT TV.
How do I restore my broadband connection?
- Unplug the power cord from the back of your gateway or modem
- Wait 20 seconds
- Put the internal battery back in, if applicable
- Plug the power cord back in
- Wait up to 10 minutes for the gateway or modem to restart and your Broadband light to turn solid green
Will BT strike affect my internet
The recent two-day national strike by up to 38,000 of BT and Openreach’s unionised workers (here) – due to a dispute over pay – does not appear to have caused any significant problems for either the operator or its customers.
How do you reset a landline phone?
- Step 1: Disconnect the Main Base Unit From the Power Supply
- Step 2: Remove the Batteries
- Step 3: Wait for 1 Hour
- Step 4: Re-Insert the Batteries Into the Handsets
- Step 5: Power Up the Base Unit
Are BT and Sky the same company
BT and Sky are two of the biggest UK players in the UK broadband markets.
However, the focus of their services is rather different. BT focuses on its high broadband speeds and wide geographical coverage; Sky, meanwhile, is best-known for its TV service, although BT is competing on that front too.
How long does it take for BT to install fibre
The appointment will last up to four hours. Depending on the complexity of the installation to your property, Openreach may need you to be there for the whole day (8am to 6pm) while they complete all the necessary work.
We’ll let you know if your order needs such an appointment when you’re placing your order.
Does Sky fibre use BT line
Speed. Tricky round to call this, as Sky uses BT’s network to deliver its broadband, which means the advertised download and upload speeds for BT and Sky Fibre are more or less exactly the same.
Does Virgin use BT lines
Virgin use their own infrastructure. BT uses Openreach’s so if Openreach have either full fibre or Fibre to the Cabinet in your area it will be a different cable used to what Virgin Media gave you.
How do I report a phone line not working
Opt to call the customer service line on your phone bill using an online calling service or another person’s phone in order to report directly that your phone line is fault.
Request a service order so that they will be sure to respond to your service call promptly.
Check your phone after the service call.
Does Vodafone broadband use BT lines
Yes, Vodafone’s Superfast fibre is delivered using BT broadband’s openreach network phone lines so if you want to purchase the superfast fibre you will require BT phone lines.
Does Plusnet use BT lines
Plusnet’s service (as do all ISPs that aren’t LLU) uses the BT Wholesale backbone network.
What to do if broadband is not working?
- Restart your equipment
- Connect with an Ethernet cable
- Check for an internet outage
- Try using a different device
- Check your wires and cables
- Run your computer’s internet troubleshooter
- Reposition your router/gateway
- Update everything
Who owns the telephone line to my house
The phone company owns and maintains the telephone lines (wires) that bring phone service to your house.
The lines usually connect to the house at a gray plastic box mounted to an outside wall.
This box is called the NID (Network interface device).
How do I know if my broadband is down
The quickest way to check if the internet is down in your area is by searching your broadband provider on a site like Down Detector.
You can report an issue with your internet provider and check if other people using your provider’s network are reporting an issue too.
Are BT changing their terms and conditions
We’re Updating Your Terms & Conditions With effect from 1 June 2022, we’re updating the standard terms and conditions which apply to all BT products, including BT TV & Sport, due to new Ofcom regulations designed to improve your rights where we make changes to your service.
Why is there no dial tone on my landline
If you have no dial tone on your corded phone, make sure it is plugged securely into the wall phone jack.
If you have no dial tone on your cordless phone, check the battery and charge it if it’s low.
Make sure your cordless phone’s base unit is plugged into a working electrical outlet.
Is BT broadband better than EE broadband
When it comes to choice, BT offers a greater range of packages than EE.
But if you want to go for standard broadband or fast fibre, there’s nothing to choose between them in price, unless you are one of the lucky few who can get BT’s Ultrafast 900Mbps service.
Who owns the Fibre optic cables UK
There are two main fibre optic networks in the UK – the Openreach network, used by most big-name providers, and Virgin Media’s own cable network.
The Openreach website has a page dedicated to its fibre broadband roll-out plans.
Why is my broadband light blinking red
What is this? Flashing red light-a broadband signal has been detected, but there is no connection established.
Solid red- there is absolutely no signal on a line. Flashing green- the device is in the process of powering up or attempting to get a broadband connection.
Can I get rid of my landline and keep my number
Transfer your landline phone number to a cell phone If you are looking to place your existing landline number on a new cell phone, Community Phone also offers an affordable plan which includes the following: Keep your landline number.
Get rid of your old provider. Place your landline number on any cell phone.
Why is my landline not working
Make sure the phone cord is plugged into the correct port on your phone or device.
Unplug the phone or device from the wall jack. Plug your phone or device into another wall jack that you know is working.
If the dial tone returns it means the previous wall jack is damaged or defective.
Do you need a telephone line for broadband
With most broadband providers, you need a physical phone line hooked up to your home in order to get broadband.
That’s because your internet is connected through the same cables.
Why is Virgin Media faster than BT
Unlike most other providers, Virgin Media doesn’t use Openreach and owns and operates its own cable broadband network.
And while it’s not as wide-ranging as Openreach, it uses newer technology to deliver faster speeds to Virgin Media customers.
Why does my WiFi have no internet
A single computer has a WiFi connection without internet If your computer is the only device that says it has a connection but no actual internet, it is likely that you have a misconfigured setting, faulty drivers or WiFi adapter, DNS issues, or a problem with your IP address.
Why is my WiFi connected but no internet
WiFi connected but no Internet: Start with the router If the Internet works fine on other devices, the problem lies with your device and its WiFi adapter.
On the other hand, if the Internet doesn’t work on other devices too, then the problem is most likely with the router or the Internet connection itself.
Do I need a new master socket for fibre
If you’re setting up your Fibre, you don’t need a special faceplate. We’ll send you microfilters to use with your existing socket.
However, you don’t need to worry about microfilters if your master socket has already had a broadband accelerator faceplate fitted (master socket with two sockets).
Can I just have a landline without internet
And since you can’t have a broadband connection without a physical line to connect it to your house, landlines have stayed relevant.
All broadband providers offer landlines. In fact, most insist on one. However, very, very few offer a landline on its own, without broadband.
How do I get fibre into my house
For Fibre To The Premises, a fibre line will need to be run into your home via a wall socket, similar to other types of fixed-line broadband.
If your home previously had fibre then an existing line can be reactivated, otherwise, an engineer visit will be required.
Citations
https://www.openreach.co.uk/cpportal/home
https://btbusiness.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/18245/~/how-to-report-a-bt-line-fault-or-broadband-fault
https://home.bt.com/pages/email/
https://www.communityphone.org/blogs/cheapest-way-to-keep-your-landline-number
https://fairinternetreport.com/United-Kingdom/broadband-deals/openreach-alternatives
