PAYS Information

4theNet Ltd is an innovative, industry leading Internet company and is the first UK Internet Service Provider (ISP) to pay its users to surf the Internet. 4theNet is the holding group for several on-line companies including Boots Systems, one of the longest standing Internet companies in Europe and the leading on-line telecoms company, 4free.co.uk, hailed as better than Freeserve by Scotland’s biggest newspaper, The Daily Record (June 1999).

Our reputation within the industry is excellent and our portfolio includes carrying e-mail services for The Baltic Exchange, Montreal Associates and Winter & Company UK PLC, as well as supplying computer equipment for BP, designing web sites for ICI and providing cost saving telecom solutions for major high street retailer, Electronics Boutique.

The 4theNet group is led by a team of highly knowledgeable, skilled and experienced Internet and marketing professionals, who believe in reshaping the Internet for the good of all. This combination of an experienced management team and world class proven technology, has allowed 4theNet to expand rapidly and offer PAYS (Paid as You Surf).

Choosing from the large number of competing Internet Service Providers (ISP’s) is a complex business to most and we believe we have solved the problem for you. Through its subsidiaries Boots Systems and 4free.co.uk, 4theNet is able to offer premium-quality, Internet services that are specified to meet the needs of our customers. As with any supplier you need to know you are getting the quality and service you deserve. 4theNet is an ISP dedicated to the needs of its customers. Our mission is to deliver Internet services unparalleled in the marketplace.

As well as PAYS, 4theNet’s long standing operation in the Internet offers a range of additional services to ensure customers get the maximum benefit from their Internet connection.

VISP

4theNet’s Virtual Internet Service Provision (VISP) for Internet companies of all sizes in the UK. Another groundbreaking service that has attracted the attention of the media and national press alike has allowed all web site owners to become their own Internet Service Provider, totally free of charge. This service is now being used by hundreds of web site owners all over the UK.

Access

Our long-standing operation in the Internet solutions market, has enabled us to provide one of the most comprehensive on line services available. As a backbone service provider we can offer a complete solution to companies of all sizes that wish to utilise Internet technology to further their business objectives. Our services range from free Internet access that PAYS (Paid As You Surf) for home users to ISDN, lease line and corporate email systems.

Hosting

We offer a complete web site hosting service including server side programming, Microsoft Front Page extensions and secure servers for e-commerce solutions

Design

In addition to our access and hosting solutions we have an experienced web site development team covering every area of Internet related programming. Our knowledge and experience in the web site design market has enabled us to offer effective solutions for a wide range of marketing budgets. Effective web design requires a unique understanding of the project direction; it’s key markets and objectives regardless of the size of the operation. Our web site team has a reputation second to none and has carried out work for multi-national companies including ICI and as well as offering some of the most competitive cost effective solutions for small companies. In addition to our design services 4theNet also offers a range of online marketing solutions such as banner advertisements, search engine positioning and an associates programme.

Hardware & Networking Solutions

In addition to our extensive Internet solutions 4theNet provides networking and hardware solutions for small to large businesses. 4theNet have the solution to keep your networks and systems running smoothly and efficiently.

Consultancy

This service gives access to the specialist Internet expertise developed by 4theNet. It is available to those who wish to incorporate the Internet as part of a new business strategy or for overall guidance for an ongoing project.

Support

4theNet understand the importance of providing fast and efficient technical support to existing customers. As part of our service we offer a 24-hour help desk to provide telephone support.

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