What is the speed of Sky's new broadband service?

Sky's new broadband service offers a speed of 5 gigabits per second (Gbps), making it the fastest from a major provider in the UK.

How does Sky's broadband speed compare to the UK's average?

The 5 Gbps speed offered by Sky is more than 20 times faster than Britain's average broadband speed of 223 megabits per second (Mbps).

What is the starting price for Sky's broadband service?

The service will start at 80 pounds ($109) a month for the 5 Gbps connection, while a 2.5 Gbps speed option will be available for 70 pounds.

Which networks does Sky use for its broadband service?

Sky announced that it will use CityFibre's network in addition to BT's national Openreach network to provide its broadband service.

How many premises can access CityFibre's network?

CityFibre's network has a footprint of 4.5 million premises, allowing customers in those areas to access Sky's new broadband service.

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