| There are so many broadband providers available | | | | Broadband Provider to request a MAC codeo Sign |
| now, and so many different packages to choose | | | | up to your new broadband service |
| from. Broadband gets faster, cheaper and more | | | | (Give them your MAC code during the sign-up |
| reliable all the time. The chances are that, if you | | | | process; most broadband providers will let you do |
| have had your broadband service provider for a | | | | this as part of the online ordering process) |
| while, you may be paying more money than you | | | | When changing broadband providers you will need |
| need to. Most providers will not actively let | | | | to obtain a MAC code from your existing |
| existing customers know when new, faster and | | | | provider. Under new Ofcom rules, your existing |
| cheaper packages are available. | | | | broadband provider must supply you with a MAC |
| Until fairly recently, changing broadband providers | | | | code within 5 days. |
| could be a lot of hassle, new rules were | | | | A new provider you choose, will ask for a MAC |
| implemented by Ofcom in February 2007 which | | | | code, and will approximately take 7-10 days to |
| made it a lot easier to change broadband provider. | | | | change. |
| Choosing your Broadband Provider | | | | It is also worth putting a note in your diary when |
| Here are some easy steps to take when | | | | your subscription is due for renewal or in 12 |
| changing broadband providers: | | | | months time. The chances are prices may have |
| Choose your broadband provider by using an | | | | fallen again or there may be a better package to |
| online comparison tool to:o Browse and Compare | | | | suit your needs, and you may want to change |
| Broadband Dealso Contact your existing | | | | broadband providers again. |