Broadband stories - Page 58
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.
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.
Hong Kong’s broadband just got faster
Mon, 23rd Aug 2010
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Hong Kong's broadband leaps forward as PCCW, with Huawei's tech, doubles speeds to 42Mb/s, enhancing user experience.
Telecom stops the rot
Fri, 20th Aug 2010
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CEO Paul Reynolds says he halted the significant earnings decline of the previous two years with latest financial results.
UFB draft released to the public
Wed, 18th Aug 2010
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TCF unveils draft standards for New Zealand's ultra fast broadband, paving the way for a high-speed, future-proof network. Public feedback sought.
Slingshot 'All You Can Eat' broadband limited to 10k
Fri, 13th Aug 2010
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Slingshot teases a limited 'All You Can Eat' broadband deal for just 10,000 customers, with no data cap, priced under $80. Details to follow next week.
NZ recession impacts TelstraClear results
Fri, 13th Aug 2010
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TelstraClear reports $16m earnings before interest and tax due to economic recession; plans to grow services and revenues in tough environment.
Telecom board member to resign in September
Tue, 10th Aug 2010
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Rod McGeoch to retire from Telecom's board in September, after over 9 years, amidst the firm's pivotal industry changes.
Enable pitches for home fibre deal
Wed, 4th Aug 2010
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Christchurch’s Enable Networks has bid to extend its fibre optic network to all city homes, building on their success with local businesses.
UFB initiative takes another step forward
Tue, 3rd Aug 2010
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Crown Fibre Holdings has received refined proposals for New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative, aiming to deliver fibre to 75% of Kiwis in 10 years.
Telecom split confirmed - Chorus2 coming
Tue, 3rd Aug 2010
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Telecom submits refined broadband plan to NZ govt based on demerger, aiming for fibre availability to 75% by 2019.
Lessons from across the ditch
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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The success of New Zealand's fibre to the home (FTTH) network relies heavily on early consumer adoption, according to industry stakeholders.
Finland de clares broadban d a le gal ri ght
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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Finland has declared broadband internet access of at least 1 megabit per second a legal right, marking a global first in digital accessibility.
Kiwi firm deploys Israeli technology
Wed, 28th Jul 2010
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Tauranga's EOL partners with Israel's Wavion, eschewing costly towers for discrete installations, boosting network with eco-friendly tech.
Crown Fibre seeks refined proposals
Mon, 5th Jul 2010
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Crown Fibre Holdings calls for refined bids for its Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative following feedback, aiming for better outcomes.
Wired for unified comms
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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As businesses face a deluge of communication apps, systems integrators are offering unified solutions to streamline voice, email, and messaging services.
Minister revises Ultra-Fast Broadband tender
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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Communications Minister Steven Joyce revises UFB tender, aiming to enhance local fibre companies’ business models and attract more private investment.
Major changes ahead for Telstra
Mon, 28th Jun 2010
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Telstra's CEO, David Thodey, eyes acquisitions in product development and software as the telecom giant pivots towards customer services and digital households.
Vodafone lures Farmside chief exec
Fri, 18th Jun 2010
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Tony Baird steps down as Chief Executive of Farmside to join Vodafone as Head of Networks and Operations, following a transformative three-year tenure.
Strong response to $300m rural bb plan
Wed, 2nd Jun 2010
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The NZ government's USD $300m Rural Broadband Initiative sparks strong interest, with 39 bids from domestic and international suppliers.