Broadband stories - Page 57
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.
Fearing the host
Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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With IT demands soaring, firms embrace hosting, trading in-house ops for external expertise, but choice overload sparks decision fatigue.
Moo-ving rural broadband forwards
Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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UK farmers harness tech to boost efficiency, using software for nutrient budgets and tracking cow health, meeting rising demands for traceability.
2degrees worried about rural duopoly
Fri, 12th Nov 2010
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Rural customers don't deserve a high speed version of the mobile duopoly New Zealanders have lived with for so long, says Chief Executive Eric Hertz.
TelstraClear backs Tele-fone rural bid - sees new services
Fri, 12th Nov 2010
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Chief Executive Allan Freeth applauds today's news that Telecom and Vodafone will work together on a rural broadband bid.
Green acres calling
Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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Dreaming of a rural escape? Lifestyle Block offers townies practical insights into the highs and lows of country living.
Adobe PDF insecure, experts say
Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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Experts urge ditching Adobe PDF over major security risks, as 97% vote for safer alternatives at Virus Bulletin 2010 conference.
Android users can go wi-fi
Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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US mobile access company unveils iPass Open Mobile for Android, allowing users to dodge 3G fees by switching to free wi-fi networks globally.
Nokia Siemens scores NBN contract
Fri, 29th Oct 2010
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Nokia Siemens wins a pivotal deal worth up to $400m over 10 years to supply crucial tech for Australia's NBN fibre network upgrade.
Enable focused on ChCh fibre expansion
Wed, 27th Oct 2010
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Enable Networks sees profit growth driven by surging fibre demand and plans to expand ultra-fast broadband coverage to 85% of Christchurch businesses next year.
Huawei wins Brunei contract
Wed, 27th Oct 2010
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Huawei secures a major contract in Brunei, expanding its global fibre services footprint, promising to connect over 40,000 subscribers.
Agile signs FibroLAN deal
Mon, 18th Oct 2010
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Agile Integration inks deal with FibroLAN to distribute fibre optic solutions in New Zealand, targeting the Metro market and Rural Broadband Initiative.
Optic fibre delivery tenders open
Tue, 5th Oct 2010
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UK gears up for ultra-fast broadband with a call for innovative optic fibre deployment tenders, aiming to set the pace for future infrastructure.
NZ’s fibre-enabled future
Fri, 1st Oct 2010
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New Zealand’s fibre future looks bright, with the NZRFG ensuring ultra-fast networks reach Kiwis nationwide. Economic leaps are expected as access expands.
Data caps to remain 'for some time'
Tue, 21st Sep 2010
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NZ's data caps set to stay, says former Telecom CTO at Huawei summit, citing the country's isolation and small population as key factors.
Joyce: Public needs to see the benefits of UFB
Fri, 17th Sep 2010
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Communications Minister Steven Joyce tells Huawei technology summit that the benefits of UFB need to be publicised.
NZICT launches Smart Business IT comp
Mon, 13th Sep 2010
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NZICT launches a competition to educate SMBs on harnessing technology, offering up to USD $10,000 in ICT goods, services, and consultancy.
2degrees winning Vodafone customers
Thu, 2nd Sep 2010
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2degrees lures over 100,000 network switchers, with 80% from Vodafone, fueling a mobile number porting surge in New Zealand.
Five Rules for Seniors and Technology
Wed, 1st Sep 2010
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Tech wisdom for seniors: Embrace experimentation, seek peer mentors, and integrate digital skills in daily life for indispensable connections.
Government not 'ambitious enough' in rural broadband plans
Fri, 27th Aug 2010
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Federated Farmers criticise the government's rural broadband initiative as lacking ambition, urging for more than just matching current urban speeds.
Last orders called on rural broadband plans
Thu, 26th Aug 2010
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Government opts for national coverage proposals in upgrading rural telecommunications infrastructure, says Minister for Communications Steven Joyce.