Broadband Internet is a loosely used term which has come to describe higher than normal data transmission rates. As Broadband Internet providers become more advanced, they are able to roll out Broadband Internet services to remote regions using wireless technologies.
The term 'Broadband Internet', in simple terms, translates to 'High Speed Internet'. A high speed internet connection is generally anything with a download speed faster than 200kbps. A normal Dialup connection is capable of a maximum of 56kbps and is sometimes referred to as Narrowband accordingly.
Are there different types of Broadband?
Yes, you may have heard of terms such as ADSL, Wireless and Cable?
ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line): The most common broadband product in the Australian Market. ADSL operates over the existing telephone line to your premises without interfering with your normal telephone operation.
CABLE (Fiber Optic Cable) is the second most common broadband product. Cable broadband operates over the pay TV fiber optic networks installed throughout metropolitan neighborhoods over the last decade. If the cable runs down your street, you are most likely eligible to connect to the internet this way. Cable internet is currently only offered by Bigpond and Optus. For Cable internet you will need to check with the providers, Optus and Bigpond. They will ask for your street address and use this to determine if the optical cable runs down your street.
WIRELESS – A new, but fast growing technology connects you to the internet without any physical (cable or wire) connection. A wireless modem is connected to your computer which communicates via radio signal to a receiver in your neighborhood. Coverage of these services is growing rapidly throughout the capital cities of Australia. The convenience of not needing to plug your laptop computer in to use broadband is obvious, especially for the traveling person. If you are not eligible for either ADSL or Cable then you should investigate Wireless if you are in a major metropolitan area, or satellite if you are in a rural area.
SATELLITE – 2-Way Satellite Internet doesn't depend on land-based phone lines or cables, it can reach places that are far beyond the range of Broadband ADSL or Cable services.
Satellite services can use the enormous bandwidth and geographical coverage of orbiting satellites. So even if you live in a community far from the nearest city, you'll still be able to surf the net at amazing speeds.
There are two systems: i) the 1-Way system is usually an ideal solution if you're a home or small business user, ii) the 2-Way solution is really a better option if you upload a lot of data - either as a professional or specialist Internet user.
Are there different types of Broadband?
Yes, you may have heard of terms such as ADSL, Wireless and Cable?
ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line): The most common broadband product in the Australian Market. ADSL operates over the existing telephone line to your premises without interfering with your normal telephone operation.
CABLE (Fiber Optic Cable) is the second most common broadband product. Cable broadband operates over the pay TV fiber optic networks installed throughout metropolitan neighborhoods over the last decade. If the cable runs down your street, you are most likely eligible to connect to the internet this way. Cable internet is currently only offered by Bigpond and Optus. For Cable internet you will need to check with the providers, Optus and Bigpond. They will ask for your street address and use this to determine if the optical cable runs down your street.
WIRELESS – A new, but fast growing technology connects you to the internet without any physical (cable or wire) connection. A wireless modem is connected to your computer which communicates via radio signal to a receiver in your neighborhood. Coverage of these services is growing rapidly throughout the capital cities of Australia. The convenience of not needing to plug your laptop computer in to use broadband is obvious, especially for the traveling person. If you are not eligible for either ADSL or Cable then you should investigate Wireless if you are in a major metropolitan area, or satellite if you are in a rural area.
SATELLITE – 2-Way Satellite Internet doesn't depend on land-based phone lines or cables, it can reach places that are far beyond the range of Broadband ADSL or Cable services.
Satellite services can use the enormous bandwidth and geographical coverage of orbiting satellites. So even if you live in a community far from the nearest city, you'll still be able to surf the net at amazing speeds.
There are two systems: i) the 1-Way system is usually an ideal solution if you're a home or small business user, ii) the 2-Way solution is really a better option if you upload a lot of data - either as a professional or specialist Internet user.
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