Broadband stories - Page 61
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.
Global interest in govt fibre network
Tue, 17th Nov 2009
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The UK government has received strong interest from private players for its Ultra Fast Broadband network, including international players.
Crown Fibre Chair stays mum on CEO role
Thu, 5th Nov 2009
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Crown Fibre Holdings Chair Simon Allen remains tight-lipped on the CEO appointment, as the board gears up for a rapid Ultra Fast Broadband rollout.
Building ties with Australia and Korea
Wed, 4th Nov 2009
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The 2009 KANZ Broadband Summit kicked off today with ICT Minister Steven Joyce urging delegates from NZ, Australia, and Korea to explore shared broadband goals.
Fast broadband no effect on productivity
Mon, 2nd Nov 2009
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[UPDATED]There are no discernable business productivity gains in switching from slow to fast broadband, according to groundbreaking new research.
Very High Speed Broadband
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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Telecom is trialling new technology to turbo-charge broadband speeds, but it could be a while before users can take advantage of it.
Still free for country callers
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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Toll-free local calling for all New Zealanders – including those who live in rural and remote areas – will remain despite an upheaval in the way it is funded.
What the doctor orders
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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IMPROVING connectivity to hospitals and health clinics is one of the primary objectives for the government’s ultra-fast broadband network.
WIMAX dish
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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Compass Communications is launching a new WiMAX dish, offering 10Mbps broadband without the need for fixed lines, across 15 towns and cities. Price TBC.
Global connectivity expanded
Fri, 30th Oct 2009
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KAREN's network capacity between Australia and New Zealand has been doubled to 310Mb/s, enhancing connectivity for NZ education and research organisations.
Video: TiVo demonstration
Fri, 30th Oct 2009
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TVNZ and Hybrid Television showcase the new TiVo device to <i>NetGuide</i> and reveals exclusive Caspa service for Telecom broadband customers.
Iggy's band ready to rock
Thu, 29th Oct 2009
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Iggy Pop has chosen a group of Kiwi musicians to back him in a new recording of ‘The Passenger’, streamed live from Miami via Orcon Broadband.
One million connections
Tue, 27th Oct 2009
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Broadband subscriptions in New Zealand surpassed one million in June 2009, marking a 27% rise in usage since March 2008, reveals Statistics NZ.
Telstra’s rejection of Op Sep an ambit claim – analyst
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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Telstra rejects proposed operational separation in Australian legislation, calling it unnecessary; seen as a negotiating tactic.
Crown Fibre Holdings CEO role - wide open
Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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Programme Manager for Broadband Investment Ralph Chivers won’t be applying for the CEO position of Crown Fibre Holdings .
Rural - Uneconomic says Telecom, Important says Vodafone
Fri, 2nd Oct 2009
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Telecom CEO Paul Reynolds argues rural service is uneconomic, despite investing USD $200 million annually; Vodafone insists rural customers are crucial.
Brave New World
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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digital literacy
As New Zealand steps into 2010, a surge in high-speed broadband promises to revolutionise education. Louis van Wyk explores this transformative potential.
Our ticket to the dance
Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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Digitalisation is our 'ticket to the dance', transforming economies globally and reshaping NZ's future. It's beyond broadband; it's innovation.
Kiwishare scrapped in favour of levy for rural broadband
Tue, 29th Sep 2009
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New Zealand's government scraps the Kiwishare in favour of a levy to fund rural broadband, reallocating NZD $100 million from various sources for better access.
Have we got the weighting right?
Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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The talk around broadband infrastructure is overlooking the need to address the rural sector, crucial to NZ's international competitiveness.
Toshiba offers 3G-capable laptops
Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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Toshiba partners with Telecom to launch 3G-capable laptops via the XT network, enhancing mobile computing with embedded SIM cards and antennas.