Telewest launches offer for "dialup diehards"

Telewest is hoping to tempt its last remaining dialup users over to broadband by offering the advanced service at the same price.

From November 1, so-called "diehard dialup" users will be offered a 256k broadband connection for £14.99 a month, down from the usual £17.99. Free installation and free use of a cable modem are also included.

"It's never been easier to switch to broadband - and now the price is
right for hesitant dial-up users to test the broadband water," said Eric Tveter, president and chief operating officer at Telewest Broadband.

"There are now no reasons not to take broadband - the price is the same as
dial-up but there are none of the frustrations and the advantages are
obvious - faster speeds, an always on connection and you can use the phone
and the internet at the same time."