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Broadband stories - Page 25

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.
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Hamilton's $85 million UFB build comes to an end
Fri, 8th Apr 2016
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Hamilton's major £85m UFB project concludes, weaving cutting-edge broadband across 63,000 premises, expediting local digital connectivity.
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Further changes to speed up apartment UFB connections
Fri, 8th Apr 2016
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Government announces reforms to speed up UFB connections for apartment dwellers. Changes aim to make it easier for residents to access UFB.
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Broadbandmap.nz: What technologies can you access?
Wed, 6th Apr 2016
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With the NZ UFB roll out making great headway, interest in what broadband technology you can get has never been stronger.
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Vocus offers up new M2 NBN offering for resellers
Tue, 5th Apr 2016
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Vocus Communications has launched a new product from the M2 product suite, enabling resellers to capitalise on the fast expanding NBN footprint.
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Spark investment improves small Waikato town broadband
Mon, 4th Apr 2016
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A recent investment by Spark into the Government’s local Rural Broadband Initiative will see coverage expanded to the Waikato town of Aria.
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Hamilton businesses encouraged to make the most of UFB
Mon, 4th Apr 2016
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Hamilton businesses are being encouraged to make the most of the opportunities presented by the completion of the city's UFB network.
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State of the internet: How does NZ stack up?
Thu, 24th Mar 2016
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New Zealand's average internet speeds increase, but there is a significant drop in peak speeds. #StateoftheInternet.
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Chorus pushing away business with security review
Fri, 18th Mar 2016
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I had heard some rumblings about Chorus reviewing its financial security arrangements, asking for double the usual amount - today they did just that.
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Vocus eyes aggressive channel expansion for Commander business
Tue, 15th Mar 2016
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Vocus Communications’ Commander business is launching a new assault on the channel, with plans to double its partner base this year.
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It’s official: Tauranga is all fibred up
Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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Tauranga becomes fifteenth urban area to complete Ultra-Fast Broadband rollout, with high uptake and investment of $75 million. #UFB.
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UFB 'game changer' for Kiwi school
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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Hamilton's Southwell School hails UFB as a catalyst for innovative learning, showcasing its tech strides at 'Beyond Broadband' event.
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NZ's fastest growing city encouraged to utilise UFB
Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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Mayor Stuart Crosby urges Tauranga residents and businesses to harness Ultra-Fast Broadband to maximise opportunities as the city continues rapid growth.
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UFB demand strong, says Amy Adams
Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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One in five of New Zealand's eligible households, schools and businesses have connected to ultra fast broadband, says government.
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2degrees crushes competition to win Canstar broadband satisfaction award
Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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Just six months after entering the broadband fray, 2degrees has cleaned up in the Canstar Consumer Satisfaction awards for broadband services.
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New Zealand sitting pretty on global broadband stage
Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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New Zealand ranks highly in global broadband connectivity, with 4th place for mobile broadband and 14th for fixed broadband, according to the OECD.
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Tauranga event looks 'Beyond Broadband' to innovative NZers
Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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Ultrafast Fibre Limited is hosting a 'Beyond Broadband' Expo in Tauranga to showcase the benefits of the UFB network.
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UFB installs to be faster and less painful, Govt says
Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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Government to streamline consenting rules for ultra fast broadband installation to reduce delays and frustrations.
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Christchurch: NZ's IoT and smart city extraordinaire?
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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Government reaffirms commitment to smart and sustainable Christchurch rebuild, with investment in Ultra-Fast Broadband.
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Copper pricing hurts Chorus profits
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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Chorus reports sharp decline in financial results for H2 2015 due to lower regulated copper prices and reduced transaction charges.
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Govt signs off another UFB completion
Fri, 19th Feb 2016
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New Plymouth has joined the growing list of New Zealand towns with access to the Government's Ultra Fast Broadband.