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Old 22-11-04, 01:49 PM
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I use freedom2surf.

They provide a static IP which is usefull as I run web/mail at home. IIUIC the way email works requires a fixed IP. I could get away with a dynamic IP service for web, but not mail. They also have no rules about hosting on the connection, some providers do, to the extent of stopping http request/reponse to/from your end.

While a dynamic IP is held as long as your ADSL modem is connected, it is not hard for such connections to drop. Which could result in a new IP.

If you have a couple of PCs at home, it may be worth getting ADSL modem/switch. It is connected to the net, not the PCs. PCs can be switched off no problem. I use a Draytek Vigor unit (mine is no longer made). They also have hardware firewall and VPN facilities. So part of your network could be permanently connected to work, although I suspect your IT people prefer you to connect manually from your work PC.

edit: Just looked up, £19.15+vat/month. No limits as far as I can tell as I have downloaded upto 1gb day for serveral days no problem. My choice was made on the above requirements and reviews on ADSL Guide.

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