Why does U-Want internet have usage allowances?
We offer a tiered broadband service that provides a choice between “I just need the internet for my studies and basics such as email, surfing, iTunes etc or “I want it all, a bigger monthly allowance to download more and experience all the internet has to offer” – this allows you to choose the product that best suits your needs and your budget. Usage allowance is one of the distinctions between our products and helps customers choose which package is right for them. The U-Want internet Lite service is designed for academic use, this service is perfect for research, uploading coursework, keeping in touch with friends and family. The U-Want Super service is designed for everything else. The vast majority of our customers find that the usage allowance for their package is suitable for their needs. If we allow customers to overuse heavily then this will be to the detriment of all users and slows the network during busy periods, so we have these usage allowances in place to safeguard the on
