"Chris" <nospam@[127.0.0.1]> wrote in message
news:cxZ105FPqEaGFwym@[127.0.0.1]...
> In article <46684321$0$15470$9a6e19ea@unlimited.newshosting.c om>, Martin
> <nonhere@bin.it> writes
>>Chris wrote:
>>> I am trying to decide whether to migrate to
>>> "Unlimited Broadband & Talk (Bundle One)" UKP 19.99
>>> I phoned the sales number - and believe only some of what I was told -
>>> and so I would like to check a few things here with those in the know -
>>> if you would be so kind as to help.
>
> Thanks for your reply Martin.
>
>>> 1. Static or Dynamic IP?
>>dynamic
> On the phone they said static - but I prefer dynamic.
>
>>> 2. How much webspace?
>>Not sure if its 30mb or 100mb
> On the phone they said 10MB.
>
>>> 3. How many newsgroups, with what retention?
>>lots, text only service isnt bad binary is and always was crap
> Which is the nearest meaning for "lots"?
> 70; 100; 130; 160 thousand?
>
>>> 4. Can you use a phone escape code to route calls via BT?
>>dunno, I was on cable for the phone, maybe someone else could shed light
>>on this.
> Please forgive my imprecise questioning - I am enquiring about their new
> ADSL service - not their cable deals. Cable is not available here.
>
>>> 5. Does the billing seem accurate?
>>yes but watch out for itemised billing, non DD and late payment charges
> DD is fine.
>
>>> 6. Is there any traffic shaping
>>oh indeedy, was one of the reasons I left virgin.
> What form does this take?
>
>>> 7. Are any ports blocked?
>>there are, but I cant remember off hand, never caused me any problems,
>>port 119 isnt tho.
> Can BitTorrent be used?
>
>>> 8. Are there any unofficial help sites giving useful information?
>>www.virgin.net/terms/broadband_tc.html
> That's an official site, which I have read.
> --
> Chris

If you have all the details, why are you asking here? You sound a bit thick
to me.