Month: May 2012

Community broadband providing improved business opportunities

Having good access to the internet has become nearly as essential to daily life as having a functioning heating system or constant water supply. Obviously, the latter have an impact on our actual potential to survive but when it comes to leading a healthy existence as responsible and curious people, the internet provides a fundamental service too. So many things are made more difficult if you are not online: from checking your bank balance and paying bills, to the more pleasurable social matters of keeping in touch with friends and family. This is why it is quite scandalous that, prior to the launch of community broadband projects concerned with improving ICT infrastructure, whole swathes of the nation were being deprived of technological wealth that should have been available to all from the start. It is little surprise that the areas worst affected were the regions: rural Britain is used by now to being low down on the list of priorities in comparison with London and other large cities. Happily though, the companies behind next generation access initiatives are making sure that broadband services are becoming more evenly distributed. Finally, we can look forward to a Britain that is both linked up internally as well as a Britain allowing its inhabitants to reach out to resources worldwide.

The narrowing of the gap between those able to obtain a good internet service and those who cannot is especially important in our present climate of austerity. While long-term contracts in established enterprises are proving difficult to secure for the young and mature alike, there is an ever growing possibility for individuals and small groups of people to be proactive and launch projects on their own initiative online. With the appropriate skills, a small idea can grow into something great once it has secured an online presence and appropriate audience. This is because the world wide web functions in a cross-border way: ideas, products and information are disseminated in a totally different way here than do documents and other physical entities reliant upon national and international postal systems or fax.

So, if you suspect that the area you inhabit is still being badly served in terms of internet provision, it is worthwhile contacting your local authority to ask when you can expect a positive improvement. ICT infrastructure does take time to improve but increased pressure will increase the speed with which next generation access is delivered. It’s time to fight for your community’s access to community broadband.

Please visit http://www.broadbandvantage.co.uk/ for further information about this topic.

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Join a kickboxing club to remain safe and get fit

There’s always far too much to do, and it’s often the case that exercise is the thing that gets pushed to the end of the list. When you can kill two birds with one stone, it’s always a godsend. Kickboxing offers just this: the chance to keep fit, have fun, and learn self-defence all at the same time. And with kickboxing London classes for all ages, you can take the kids along too. Go to a kickboxing club for a work-out that makes you safe, strong and fit.

Classes are on offer for all ages and abilities. This means that there’s no restrictions. You can go with a friend or partner, or take your children along to a kids’ class at the same time that you join in an adult class. It’s a great extra-curricular option for children, teaching them self-discipline and reinforcing positive behaviour. Whatever your working hours, whether you’re a professional or a student, there will be a class to match your needs and ability. Classes range from beginner to intermediate to senior, and almost all classes – unless you choose otherwise – are non-contact.  Whether you’re an amateur or a pro, there’s not need to feel intimidated.

The benefits of kickboxing are many. Not only does it keep you fit in body, but is beneficial for your mental and spiritual well-being. This is thanks to the really sociable nature of this sport. Working in a group is also fantastic for confidence building, and once you’ve picked up a few skills, your confidence will grow and grow.

Physically, this is a work-out that will motivate you and get you fitter more swiftly than a trip to the gym. This is aerobic exercise that improves speed, co-ordination and flexibility. It’s vital to be alert to your combatant’s next move, and to find your limitations and move beyond them.

This involves the self-defence element of kickboxing. Why not, as you’re active and fighting-fit already, be able to transfer these skills to your everyday life, if need be? This is another way in which kickboxing can increase your confidence. Walking down dark streets need not be such a intimidating prospect. Kickboxing teaches you how to defend yourself in real-life situations, and to deflect threats and violence effectively. Practising these skills in an interactive classroom creates invaluable life skills.

Once you’ve honed your skills, there’s the option of sparring classes, and technical theory lesson, which include the fascinating history of kickboxing. Women are increasingly looking to kickboxing clubs to assert their independence on the streets. Fit more into your life: sign up for kickboxing London today.

Please visit http://www.zendokickboxing.com/ for further information about this topic.

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