Static & fixed-IP broadband

Fixed or static-IP broadband is getting more and more popular - especially with the recent surge in home working, gaming and those running servers from home. Below is a selection of ISPs who offer specialist fixed-IP broadband.

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#1	O2 Broadband Standard Free wireless router. Discounted for all existing O2 customers More info…	up to 8Mb	Unlimited	12months	£7.50 (£12.50 for non-O2 customers)Sign up »
2	Be Unlimited Free wireless modem, static IP & technical support More info…	up to 24Mb	Unlimited	3months	£18.00 Sign up »
3	O2 Broadband Premium Free wireless router. Discounted for all existing O2 customers More info…	up to 16Mb	Unlimited	12months	£10.00 (£15 for non-O2 customers)Sign up »
4	Madasafish Max & Talk Free connection, wireless kit & static IP. Line rental & off-peak calls included More info…	up to 8Mb	5Gb	12months	£19.98 (first 6 months)Sign up »
5	Madasafish Max Free connection, wireless kit & static IP More info…	up to 8Mb	5Gb	12months	£9.99 (first 6 months)Sign up »
6	O2 Broadband Ultimate Free wireless router. Discounted for all existing O2 customers More info…	up to 20Mb	Unlimited	12months	£15.00 (£20 for non-O2 customers)Sign up »
7	Eclipse Home Lite Free to switch & free static IP More info…	up to 8Mb	1Gb	18months	£9.95 (first 3 months)Sign up »
8	Eclipse Home Select Free router, setup & static IP More info…	up to 8Mb	10Gb	12months	£17.95 Sign up »
9	Be Pro Free wireless modem, static IP & technical support. Up to 2.5Mb upload More info…	up to 24Mb	Unlimited	3months	£22.00 Sign up »
10	Eclipse Home Pro Free wireless router, switch & static IP More info…	up to 8Mb	50Gb	12months	£29.95 Sign up »
11	Madasafish Max Plus Free connection, wireless kit and static IP More info…	up to 8Mb	20Gb	12months	£19.99 (first 6 months)Sign up »
12	DST Option 4 Free anytime UK calls & free USB modem More info…	up to 8Mb	Unlimited	1month	£16.95 Sign up »
13	Madasafish Max Premier Free connection, wireless kit and static IP More info…	up to 8Mb	50Gb	12months	£25.99 (first 6 months)Sign up »
14	DST Option 4 Pro Free anytime UK calls & free router More info…	up to 8Mb	Unlimited	1month	£29.95 Sign up »

Static & fixed-IP broadband explained

An IP address is a number by which your computer is identified. Think of it like your phone number, but for your computer. There are two types of IP address: dynamic IP addresses and static/fixed IP addresses. This guide will explain what they are and their relative advantages and disadvantages.

Static/fixed addresses are where a computer has the same address all the time. So every time you log into the internet, you have the same address. This means your computer can easily be recognised by others.

Dynamic IP addresses are where a new number is assigned to your computer regularly. This is more common among domestic broadband users, due to that fact that it creates efficiency within a network.

Your ISP may well offer a static/fixed IP address as part of your broadband package; alternatively they may charge you an additional monthly fee for one.

Advantages of static/fixed IP Addresses

Having a static/fixed IP address has advantages mainly for more involved internet users, such people who run businesses or gamers.

For example with a static/fixed IP address to can set-up an email account directly to your computer without needing to use a email provider such Hotmail or Gmail. This is of particular use if you run your own business, especially as having a static/fixed IP address allows you to run your own website server. Static/fixed IP addresses also allow you to access your computer remotely, so you can log into your computer wherever you are in the world.

Static/fixed IP addresses also allow you a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) server which allows you to transfer information between computers easily and efficiently. It also means you can run a game server, meaning you can run a private online game, and run to your preferences. Static/fixed IP addresses also reduces downtime, which can really affect gaming.

Disadvantages of static/fixed IP Addresses

The main problem with static/fixed IP addresses is that it makes your computer more vulnerable to hackers; because the address doesn’t change it means that a hacker can attack your computer over and over again. Although if your computer has sufficient protection, such as a firewall, it should hopefully negate that problem. Another potential problem is that if you're running your own server for games or a website it also means that you may have to run your computer all the time.