West Dorset Internet Ltd
Almost all activities undertaken by Abbotsbury Software have an Internet element to them. West Dorset Internet was set up in 1994 to provide all the ISP functions needed by the company.WDI is one of the smallest and oldest ISPs in the country, servicing not just Abbotsbury Software's needs but also those of conventional ISP customers. The company is a member of the Internet Service Providers Association (ISPA) and was fortunate to win in two categories at the 2003 UK annual awards ceremony, Best UK Small/Niche ISP and Best UK Broadband Supplier.
WDI's claim to fame, lies in the provision of broadband into remote and rural locations using Wireless technology. The companies Wireless network currently extends from the Isle of Wight to Lyme Regis, and is the largest single wireless (WiFi) network in the country.
Establishing and running an ISP business has meant that Abbotsbury Software has acquired exceptionally good skills in all aspects of Internet operations. This expertise is not just limited to technical knowledge as Tim Snape is an elected member of ISPA UK Council and is the UK Industry representative for the European Industry association (EuroISPA). Our special areas of knowledge include all regulatory and legal issues involving spam, illegal content, protection of children, wireless, and big brother policing.
Tim is a founder member of the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) Internet Crime Forum and is a member of the G8 Lyons Group, which advises the G8 countries on all aspects of Organised High Tech Crime involving the Internet.
For more details visit the West Dorset Internet web site at:
http://www.wdi.co.uk