The first and most important thing to do when looking for a broadband package is to check which broadband providers offer their services in your area. There is no point comparing broadband packages if you cannot receive certain services in your area. Thankfully most broadband comparison sites require you to put in your postcode before searching; this search will only bring up services available in your area.

The next thing to think about is how fast you want you’re broadband to be and how much will you use it a month. Broadband speeds usually consist of speeds up to 2Mbps, 8Mbps, 10Mbps, 20Mbps and 24Mbps; if you will be using the connection for playing PC or console games online, or downloading movies and music a higher speed would be needed.

If you will only use your connection for a couple of hours a day for surfing the internet then either a 2Mbps or 8Mbps connection will suffice.

The speed of the broadband connection will be determined by a number of factors including the distance from your local telephone exchange, the type of modem you are using and your computers specification.

Making sure that you have enough download limit is also essential because if you go over it will start costing you money. Basic broadband packages have a download limit of 2GB which is ample for light internet users but if you download a lot of music or videos it is recommended that you choose a higher download limit (either 40GB or Unlimited).