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My household want to change from out current ISP which is BT to Virgin Media Broadband, they want to get the tv package as well (which means we lose Sky ).

I've read about some horror stories regarding Virgin but trying to relay it the household is falling on deaf ears. They are adamant about getting Virgin. My main concern is the speed, my brother works in the evening so spends all down downloading crap during the day, when I get home things have really slowed down. Internet, XBOX etc.

Is anyone with Virgin, are they reliable etc?

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I suggest you look at the Virgin Media website to assess the range of packages available. Broadband can be set at a maximum of 10mb, 20mb or 50mb, depending as to what you want, though I think the maximum available may vary from area to area. Note that these figures are at the maximum possible, in practice as we all know the reality is somewhat less. The site asks you for your postcode to let you know what services are available.
As GJ has already pointed out, the Sky channels are available, though obviously some you have to pay extra for.
I am not yet on Virgin, but am thinking about it, so I will also be interested in other peoples' views.
ADSL connections do depend as to how far you are from the BT exchange - the speed deteriorates significantly the further away you are. For anyone on ADSL and looking at their speed, this kitz site looks very informative. In fact, having looked at this site further, it seems to be essential reading for all internet users whether on phone lines or cable or Sky.
El Loro
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ADSL connections do depend as to how far you are from the BT transmitter
are you on about the exchange El Loro?   tis true...  I am virtually on top of our exchange so have good connection speed.

My parents are unlucky enough to be the furthest line from their exchange and their service is so bad that they have downgraded their ISP (no point if the maximum speed possible is always gonna be slooooooow).
Dirtyprettygirlthing

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