Winner: Draw – TalkTalk speeds are more reliable at entry-level superfast but BT have the edge on faster deals.
BT offer advertised broadband speeds of 10Mb, 36Mb, 50Mb, 67Mb, 100Mb, 500Mb and 900Mb while TalkTalk offer 11Mb, 38Mb, 67Mb, 145Mb, 290Mb and 550Mb.
Does Sky q work with TalkTalk broadband
I read a article somewhere that Sky Q Routers can be used on any Internet provider (In my case TalkTalk).
All I did was plug in my Talktalk phone line into the Sky Q router and it works perfect, my Sky Q Box hasn’t disconnected once.
How many countries does TalkTalk operate in
International Max Calls Boost The calls must be from your Talktalk landline to landlines and mobiles in the 55 inclusive countries listed below.
Do you need a landline for TalkTalk broadband
Can I get TalkTalk broadband without landline? If you’re looking to get TalkTalk’s fast or ultrafast fibre broadband, you’ll need a landline.
Luckily, landline is included in all packages. However, if you’re able to get any of its Full Fibre deals, these don’t require a home phone line.
Does TalkTalk use fibre optic
TalkTalk offers the following fibre broadband packages: Fibre 35 – with an average download speed of 38Mbps.
Fibre 65 – 67Mbps. Fibre 150 – 145Mbps.
What was TalkTalk called before
TalkTalk Business was founded in 1995 by Neil McArthur as Opal Telecoms. TalkTalk Business changed its name from Opal Telecom on 1 February 2011.
Are TalkTalk charging for emails
While TalkTalk Mail remains free for our broadband customers, all other users will now be required to pay a small fee.
Are O2 and TalkTalk connected
This agreement with O2 gives TalkTalk customers access to a wider range of great value 4G services.
“It’s great news for customers and allows TalkTalk to continue investing in our fixed network, delivering even better landline, broadband and Tv services.”
Whats a good internet speed
A good download speed is at least 100 Mbps, and a good upload speed is at least 10 Mbps.
With 100 Mbps, you can watch Netflix or YouTube, attend Zoom meetings, and play most online games on several devices at the same time.
Some people can get away with fewer Mbps, and others need more.
How do I fix my TalkTalk WIFI
You should simply restart the router. Many things can go wrong while the TalkTalk hub is working.
Most users like to poke around the settings to get the optimal connection, which could lead to a poor internet connection.
That can also be fixed by restarting the hub.
Is TalkTalk and AOL the same company
AOL Broadband was a UK internet service provider and part of the TalkTalk Group.
Can I switch from TalkTalk to Sky
To progress with your broadband switch from TalkTalk to Sky, go to Sky’s website to order your new Sky broadband service.
For more information, select the type of broadband service you’re planning to switch to on Sky: Essential Plus Broadband.
Do TalkTalk use BT lines
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.
Are Virgin taking over TalkTalk
Virgin Media O2, which is working with LionTree, is understood to have explored making an offer for TalkTalk but has not tabled a formal bid.
If a deal was to go ahead it would be the first big move by the chief executive, Lutz Schüler, since the £31bn Virgin Media O2 joint venture was formed two years ago.
Can I upgrade my TalkTalk router
If you’re an existing customer, the cheapest way to upgrade your TalkTalk router is to take out a new deal.
Be sure to call and haggle, so you can get the best offer available.
Alternatively, you can upgrade by buying a new router from TalkTalk without changing your existing package.
Does TalkTalk use CityFibre
At present TalkTalk’s platform supports several full fibre networks from CityFibre, Openreach and Freedom Fibre.
Who’s better TalkTalk or Plusnet
Winner: TalkTalk, for offering faster fibre speeds. The most recent Ofcom data shows that, while Plusnet are beating TalkTalk in the standard broadband category, TalkTalk are offering faster speeds in both fibre categories.
Is TalkTalk owned by BT
The group is headquartered in Salford after first being established in Leeds as a subsidiary of Carphone Warehouse before being demerged as a standalone company in March 2010.
After being listed on the London Stock Exchange for more than a decade, TalkTalk has now been bought by Tosca IOM in £1.1bn deal.
What router comes with TalkTalk Fibre 150
Customers wanting a phone line should be aware that the Full Fibre 150 option is a data-only connection and comes with TalkTalk’s latest router, the Amazon eero 6 router.
The Ultrafast 150 connection does come with a phone line however, and is supplied with the Wi-Fi Hub router.
Are TalkTalk and BT the same company
You don’t have to switch all your services over, but it’s important to understand that both TalkTalk TV and Bt tv are not standalone products – TalkTalk TV is only available to households with TalkTalk broadband and you need BT broadband to get BT TV.
Both BT and TalkTalk offer access to both Sky Sports and BT Sport.
How do I leave TalkTalk for free
If you’re out of contract you can leave penalty-free anyway. TalkTalk customers who are no longer in their initial contract term (typically 12-18 months) can walk away without penalty.
Usually it’s 30 days’ notice to leave, but if switching it usually allows you to go once it’s had the request from the new provider.
Do I have to pay BT line rental with TalkTalk
Yes, assuming you have moved your phone line over to TalkTalk then that will end your contract with BT (BT may well contact you with a ‘sorry to see you go’ letter).
The cost of your TalkTalk service includes the cost of your broadband and the line rental that you will then be paying to TalkTalk.
Can TalkTalk see browsing history
I’m on talktalk too, OP you do realise that they (the internet service provider) keep all your browsing history even from incognito..
No, it is not public information.
Is TalkTalk mobile closing
TALKTALK is slowly shutting down its mobile phone business. Customers reaching the end of contracts are being given the choice to either switch to a new deal with 02 or move to a new provider.
The telecoms firm has around 913,000 customers currently using the mobile service.
Is an 0345 number free with TalkTalk
As one of United Kingdom’s leading B2B and consumer telecoms provider, TalkTalk is not only affordable but also offers very reliable services.
The charge made to 0345 numbers is charged at the same rate as 01 and 02 numbers.
All 0345 numbers are charged using the standard local rate.
Can I use my own router with TalkTalk fibre
Most providers, including BT, TalkTalk, and Plusnet, allow you to use your own router, though they don’t always recommend it.
You may not want the router that your provider gives you, but don’t throw it away!
Do TalkTalk use Openreach
TalkTalk. TalkTalk also runs on the Openreach network, which allows it to offer its own Superfast Fibre package with similar average speeds of 67Mbps.
TalkTalk is known for its competitive pricing, and regularly has some market-leading fibre broadband deals.
Are Plusnet and TalkTalk the same
In terms of download speeds, because both Plusnet and TalkTalk use the Openreach network, they offer very similar speeds – with Plusnet being slightly faster on its top-end fibre package, with an average of 66Mbps against TalkTalk’s 63Mbps.
On upload speeds, there is also little difference.
Can TalkTalk charge for not returning router
If you don’t return the equipment, you’ll have to pay the full equipment price, excluding any discounts you’ve received (if you subsequently return the equipment, we’ll refund any amount you’ve been charged for it).
Can I use 2 TalkTalk routers
For the best Wi-Fi performance and to help stop your devices jumping between routers, we recommend that you disconnect your current router and just use your new Full Fibre service with your Wi-Fi Hub.
Sources
https://www.broadbandchoices.co.uk/broadband/guides/how-to-use-your-own-router
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AOL_Broadband
https://www.cable.co.uk/broadband/guides/email-address-switch-provider/
https://www.cable.co.uk/broadband/guides/plusnet-talktalk-broadband/
https://community.talktalk.co.uk/t5/Fibre/Track-Fault/td-p/2769178
