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Late-2008 Entry-Level Broadband Options

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  • 29-07-2008 11:19pm
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    Raven_k42
    Registered Users Posts: 357 ✭✭


    I'm looking to equip my Dad...a pensioner...with a laptop and internet. His mind is as active as ever...and I want to keep it that way. More satisfying his curiousity and thirst for knowledge...than movie downloads and gaming.

    I've been scanning the various threads for what might emerge as the best option for him. In particular the latest Broadband Providers Poll sticky. It would appear that (Three/NTL aside !!)...all the main players have at least a 3-to-1 satisfactory rating, i.e. Eircom, BT, Smart, UTV and O2. Maybe Perlico as well. Does that suggest...that despite the multiple threads outlining the pitfalls of all providers...that many people are perhaps having a reasonably satisfactory internet experience ?.

    As he has an eircom landline...I'm minded to keep it simple and avail of their wireless option. I have this at home...and in general no complaints. However, is there an obvious "winner" for the entry-level non-power user ?. Is the mobile/O2 option that much more suitable or cost-effective ?.

    I can/will explore the websites of all and compare costs etc...but just wondered if I could short-cut the comprehensive evaluation !.

    Many thanks,
    K.


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    delllat
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,388 ✭✭✭delllat


    avoid anything mobile,theyre all crap compared to dsl,cable,fixed wireless

    get an entry level dsl package ,will do everything he needs to do,and for a good price too


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    dub45
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    I would be inclined to agree with the poster above. Why not try the Eircom basic package and see how it goes? (Or Smart if it is available on his exchange.) You are only tied in for six months and certainly anyone I know with Eircom has not had any problems at all which is presumably what you want in this case.

    Given your dad's thirst for knowledge would he be interested in class come Autumn? have heard good reports from one or two people as in making friends with fellow or lady enthusiasts etc etc.


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    John mac
    Registered Users Posts: 5,116 ✭✭✭John mac


    i would probably look at eircom (make sure its available though)
    cheapest option only €20 per month ish.
    as line rental is free.


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    dunworth1
    Registered Users Posts: 5,318 ✭✭✭dunworth1


    argos are selling laptops now in there new catalog

    and dunnes are selling one aswell in some places.

    if you want to buy one on the net one good site would be www.laptopsdirect.ie

    there laptop are cheaper than high street stores


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    dub45
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 12,448 Mod ✭✭✭✭dub45


    Laptops forum:

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=529


    Worth keeping an eye on this but its quiet at the moment:

    Dell Laptop Deals thread:

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055162139&highlight=dell+bargain&page=57


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    PogMoThoin
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    dunworth1 wrote: »
    argos are selling laptops now in there new catalog

    Argos don't have a great returns policy, they absolutely insist on returning the item with all packaging


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    jor el
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    For the broadband option, stick to DSL since he already has a phone line, the rental is free (as he's a pensioner) and it's more reliable than any of the mobile products. Start with the 1M entry level product, avoid that "Time" bullsht, just get the standard one.


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