BT May Launch 1GB Broadband

Recently Virgin had launched 100MB broadband, however the service is likely to be soon eclipsed by BT’s latest venture of 1GBbroadband. BT’s new trial is expected to supplement the government’s plan to set up Europe’s best broadband plan in the UK. The trial will cover 40 market towns and its first launch is likely to be made in the town of Kesgrave in Suffolk. So, the residents of Kesgrave can expect to cruise the internet at the speed of 1GB sometime early next year.

BT has used fibre-to-the –home technology for this purpose, in contrast to its earlier practice of using fibre-to- the-cabinet technology, which generally leads to slower speed internet. On Monday, the government is expected to provide details about its plans for aiding broadband expansion in the country. The government is also expected to set up a £830 million for the companies which are willing to set up broadband connections in the rural areas.

In a recent survery, UK has been placed at disappointing 24th in terms of internet bang for buck. So, if you are the resident of one of the 40 towns to be covered by this plan, then do let us know about your expectations.