Broadband stories - Page 18
In two words, Broadband is a fast connection. To the internet, of course. While ‘fast’ isn’t generally defined as it is a moving target (what was considered fast 5 years ago isn’t considered fast today), Broadband generally refers to the fastest available consumer connections regardless of technology type. Wireless networks or fibre networks are equally described as ‘Broadband connections’, often prefixed as ‘wireless Broadband’ or ‘Fibre Broadband’. The name derives from the broad array of technologies available for the creation of a high-capacity internet connection.
Two industry heavyweights sign agreement to accelerate IIoT
Sat, 2nd Sep 2017
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The memorandum of understanding will allow them to work together in their shared interests in accelerating the industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).
Million dollar investment speeds up Hawke’s Bay rural broadband
Thu, 31st Aug 2017
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Taylor Broadband and WASP Broadband are merging to create one of New Zealand's largest rural internet providers. #broadband #technology.
Ultra-fast broadband is coming your way as government invests another $270 million
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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The government allocates NZD $270 million to extend Ultra-Fast Broadband to 190 more towns and improve rural internet access for 74,000 homes and businesses.
The age of the landline is over: 71% of Kiwis prefer naked broadband plans
Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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Demand for naked broadband in New Zealand has increased by 22% since 2016, as consumers ditch landlines for more affordable options.
Gigabit network launched in China to offer unprecedented speeds
Sun, 27th Aug 2017
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China Unicom with Ericsson have launched a Gigabit LTE network that allows subscribers to experience high-speed mobile broadband data.
TDR treads middle ground between telco & consumer disputes
Fri, 25th Aug 2017
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The free and independent TDR service is designed to help consumers manage complaints about any service or provider from their telco.
Chorus completes $7 million broadband upgrade to speed up rural internet
Thu, 24th Aug 2017
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Before the upgrades, the residents and businesses in these rural areas could only access broadband speeds of 5Mbps or less.
New consent regime makes access to ultra-fast broadband easier & faster
Wed, 23rd Aug 2017
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This will help us achieve our target of providing up to 85% of New Zealanders with access to fibre by the end of 2024.
Vodafone named NZ's fastest mobile & fixed network operator
Wed, 16th Aug 2017
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Vodafone wins Speedtest Award for NZ's swiftest mobile and broadband, says Ookla, bolstering data-driven lives for Kiwis.
Broadcom expands portfolio with new data center system-on-chip solutions
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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Broadcom releases new family of data center solutions, the BCM58800, designed for Smart NIC and scale-out storage applications.
Chorus promises to keep Kiwi networks ahead of the curve
Tue, 1st Aug 2017
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Chorus pledges uninterrupted Kiwi connections, vowing to keep network capacity 5% above peak demand, ensuring top-notch broadband.
4.5G might become irrelevant faster than you think: Apple granted license to test 5G networks
Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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Apple accelerates into the 5G future with a licence to test cutting-edge networks, potentially leaving 4.5G in the dust.
We want to download faster! Australia’s first Gigatown
Fri, 28th Jul 2017
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Wollongong leads as Australia's first 'Gigatown', lighting the way for ultra-fast 1Gbps internet amid nation's connectivity cravings.
Consumers gain $4/month net decrease from wholesale broadband price drop
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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In December 2015, the Commission announced its final decisions on the wholesale prices Chorus could charge internet providers.
Queenstown broadband upgrades to 4.5G, the fastest in New Zealand
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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Spark upgrades Queenstown to 4.5G, delivering the fastest broadband speeds in New Zealand and setting the stage for a 5G future.
Kiwi internet speeds soar as UFB rollout nears completion
Wed, 14th Jun 2017
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Government's Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) programme 75% complete, providing fibre access to over 1 million households and businesses in New Zealand.
Who provides the best Internet? Broadband Compare Awards are here
Wed, 14th Jun 2017
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The Broadband Compare Awards launch this week in response to the increasingly diversified Kiwi market of more than 100 Internet providers.
Optus makes the next step in nbn offerings for wholesale partners
Tue, 13th Jun 2017
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Optus Wholesale is continuing its expansion of nbn network offerings for wholesale customers with a raft of new innovations.
New telco laws for advanced Internet: Goodie bag or mixed bag?
Fri, 2nd Jun 2017
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The government has announced a reform of the telco act that will affect Internet around the country - but is it good news for consumers?.
Palau Telecoms - First customer for SES Networks' new multi-orbit platform
Wed, 24th May 2017
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This is a multi-orbit approach aims to leverage the wide coverage capabilities of Geostationary Earth Orbit satellites.