To do a realistic test of download/upload speeds visit here: http://www.broadband.co.uk/broadband-speed-test/ and type in your postcode.
As I have a mobile contract with o2 I got 8mb for the first year free or had the choice of 16mb at £2.50 a month, both with unlimited downloads. You have to ring up and ask as you won't find these offers online. o2 has been excellent.
More broadband info: http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/phones/cheap-broadband
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