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Title: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: pintosal on Feb 07, 2008, 11:23:54
I am thinking of switching ISP and moving to IDNet.

Although it seems to offer almost everything I need, I could not find anything about Newsgroups. Are there any?

Also, how do existing users feel about the quality and responsiveness of Tech Support?
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Inactive on Feb 07, 2008, 11:26:24
Quote from: pintosal on Feb 07, 2008, 11:23:54
I am thinking of switching ISP and moving to IDNet.

Although it seems to offer almost everything I need, I could not find anything about Newsgroups. Are there any?

Also, how do existing users feel about the quality and responsiveness of Tech Support?

Cannot answer the Newsgroup question but support is outstanding, test them out, give them a call.

Welcome to the Forum, have a welcome Karma.

:welc: :karmic:
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 11:28:19
I'll second that about support, I had problems transferring here - a mixture of BT and pipex errors - which IDNet sorted quickly and efficiently
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Si on Feb 07, 2008, 11:29:15
I'll third it - Tech support is outstanding, even if you are calling for information as a prospective customer.
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: madasahatter on Feb 07, 2008, 11:29:22
I've been here well over 12 months and have never had to use support for any problems in that time.

However, I can tell you that I have put a couple of odd questions their way, and they have always been answered quickly and effiicently.
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: g7pkf on Feb 07, 2008, 11:34:29
If you want to know how good support is give them a ring.

Ill lay odds it doesn't ring more than 5 times before getting answered.

Oh and they don't use scripts. ;D

And they are located in Hertfordshire (UK-not india)  ::)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Simon on Feb 07, 2008, 11:44:45
I can only agree with all of the above.  :welc:
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 11:48:44
Welcome Pintosal. I'll echo what everyone else has said, and add that there is no newsgroup feed within IDNet, most people who want it subscribe to an external source.
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: shazzy on Feb 07, 2008, 12:01:15
I've just transferred over and loving it. :D  It only took three days to migrate.  I was really impressed.
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: madasahatter on Feb 07, 2008, 12:41:36
My - we are a happy bunch ain't we?  :)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 12:46:51
Usually. :)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: RA-1972 on Feb 07, 2008, 13:41:22
Yeah up the IDNET............................
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: David on Feb 07, 2008, 14:14:45
I'm not even connected yet and the support has been brilliant and almost immediate,roll on the 13th.
The people on this forum are really friendly.I'm still in shock at what a gem I stumbled over here.
Support from the tech people support from the forum,what more can you ask for.did you say a laugh?you will get it here  :-* ::) :D :D
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 15:14:37
That reminds me, we haven't sent you the bill yet, have we BPP.  ;D
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 15:21:51
Quote from: badpianoplayer on Feb 07, 2008, 14:14:45
The people on this forum are really friendly :-* ::) :D :D


Not TOO friendly I hope ;)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: David on Feb 07, 2008, 15:51:51
Thank you for contacting BPP your bill is in a queue and will be dealt with as soon as one of aour highly trained  frogs is available lol
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 15:53:08
Call centres in France now. Bet they're on strike.
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 15:54:16
Or just munching garlic cloves. :)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Inactive on Feb 07, 2008, 16:06:47
or playing with letters..  ;D
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Ann on Feb 07, 2008, 16:10:08
I use individual.net for newsgroups http://individual.net/register.php .  It costs 10 euros a year which is nothing and it's very reliable.
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 16:14:55
Thanks for the sanity injection, Ann. :)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: g7pkf on Feb 07, 2008, 16:15:57
helps sometimes  :laugh:

ahh 100 posts does that mean my thingy changes now?
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 16:20:00
No, your thingy changed a while ago - next change is at 250. Have a karma for the hundred though. :)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: colirv on Feb 07, 2008, 16:53:38
Quote from: Ann on Feb 07, 2008, 16:10:08
I use individual.net for newsgroups http://individual.net/register.php .  It costs 10 euros a year which is nothing and it's very reliable.

Seconded. Text only but good service.
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 18:34:51
Quote from: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 16:20:00
No, your thingy changed a while ago - next change is at 250. Have a karma for the hundred though. :)

Will Riks thingy change on 30,000 posts or 200 karmics
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 18:36:53
I don't have a thingy, Malc, none of the staff do - but if I did I'd be an Ultimate Netter - In is headed that way now. :)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 18:37:45
No thingy. Oh ???
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 18:41:40
Yup, we give up our thingies when we join the staff. Selfless bunch, aren't we. :)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 18:57:01
Do you get them back when you leave? Are they stored in jars?
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 18:58:08
We each have our very own canopic jar by the door. :)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: MoHux on Feb 07, 2008, 19:07:38
They used to call 'em spittoons!!  ::)

;D
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 19:08:59
They still have 'em in Yates Wine Lodge in Bolton!
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 19:14:22
No wonder I can feel a draught. :)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 19:15:39
Not as I go there, I don't drink, gave it up years ago.

Don't really like the taste, hate the morning after feeling.
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 19:16:53
I haven't touched alcohol in almost 13 years - it interacts badly with my medication. I miss it very occasionally, but not often.
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 19:18:01
Not drank for probably 20 years, however chocolate, now that's a different matter.
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 19:20:19
To remove chocolate would be to remove my life support system. :)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 19:21:13
And chips, and roast spuds.
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Si on Feb 07, 2008, 19:21:30
What about chocolate liquers....?!

;)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 19:22:25
Chips - yes
Roasties - yes
Liqueurs of any form - no  :'(
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 19:23:05
Well, they are ok, you'd need a lot of them to get drunk.

What I call sweet alcohol is ok now and then, with meals, like Shandy, sweet white wine etc.,
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 19:24:31
My GP even has to check if there's alcohol, of any form, in anything he prescribes. Allergy about sums it up... :(
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 19:25:48
Roasties are an art form.

Here's what I do, cut into small pieces, part boil, drain add a bit of flour, shake then put in oven in half inch of oil, on quite high (7).

Any tips Rik, to improve?
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 19:26:31
You'd have to ask Sue, Malc - I just stand in awe and eat in plenty. ;)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 19:27:23
Sounds good to me ;D
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Si on Feb 07, 2008, 19:36:50
Goose fat...

Best. Roasties. Ever!
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 19:38:39
Must remember that. Thanks
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: kerrso05 on Feb 07, 2008, 20:24:46
Pintosal, don't think about joining just do. Join you'll not regret it and the tech staff are very helpful and friendly.

Do yourself a favour and come and join this Great Internet Service Provider
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Simon on Feb 07, 2008, 21:18:28
Quote from: Rik on Feb 07, 2008, 18:41:40
Yup, we give up our thingies when we join the staff. Selfless bunch, aren't we. :)

Yes, and it brought tears to the eyes, I can tell you!   :o :D
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Simon on Feb 07, 2008, 21:19:30
Quote from: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 18:34:51
Will Riks thingy change on 30,000 posts or 200 karmics

Yes, Malc, he officially becomes a  (http://si6776.www.idnet.com/smileys/sadgit.gif)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Lance on Feb 07, 2008, 22:01:02
:lol:
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 07, 2008, 22:08:44
Quote from: Simon on Feb 07, 2008, 21:19:30
Yes, Malc, he officially becomes a  (http://si6776.www.idnet.com/smileys/sadgit.gif)


:karmic: :rofl: You mean he's not yet?
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Simon on Feb 07, 2008, 22:19:09
(http://si6776.www.idnet.com/smileys/whistle.gif)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 08, 2008, 00:47:13
I'm a little bit blue already. :)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Inactive on Feb 08, 2008, 00:55:48
Quote from: Si on Feb 07, 2008, 19:36:50
Goose fat...

Best. Roasties. Ever!

Spot on...good tip. ;)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 08, 2008, 07:34:52
But were can I buy it, my wife checked at work in Asda last night night and they don't sell it
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Si on Feb 08, 2008, 08:21:41
Waitrose is the only place I've found that seems to keep a small stock in all year round (they go overboard at Xmas with it, rows and rows of the stuff!).
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Inactive on Feb 08, 2008, 11:00:48
Agreed, I have found that it is only stocked as a seasonal item at most places, silly really.
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 08, 2008, 11:01:37
So many unrubbed chests...  :'(
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: shazzy on Feb 08, 2008, 12:10:48
mmmmmmm roasties!  >:D
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Rik on Feb 08, 2008, 12:11:56
Food - never far away from a thread in IDNetters. :)
Title: Re: Thinking of joining IDNet
Post by: Malc on Feb 08, 2008, 13:47:25
Up build my hopes up and now tell me I have to wait till December.

It's like waiting to join IDNet all over again. :'(