Broadband stories - Page 17
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.
Spark network provides new IoT wireless solution for farmers
Thu, 16th Jun 2016
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Increasingly, technology is having a bigger part to play in one or our country's biggest earning industries - and for good reason.
Rural schools now have full access to completed Rural Broadband Initiative
Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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Chorus has now finished its five-year project for the Government's Rural Broadband Initative (RBI), the company announced at a celebration in Waitomo.
Adams marks rural broadband completion
Tue, 7th Jun 2016
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Phase 1 of New Zealand's Rural Broadband Initiative is complete, with 154 new cell towers built ahead of schedule.
74% of Asia Pacific business flyers want in-flight internet
Wed, 25th May 2016
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90% of passengers want access to reliable in-flight internet. 74% of business flyers will spend more to use it, a survey by Inmarsat and GfK says.
Geeks on Wheels lands in Dunedin
Tue, 24th May 2016
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Geeks on Wheels has launched in Dunedin in response to increased demand in the area following the rollout of UFB.
Taranaki to reap benefits of Spark 4G mobile coverage
Mon, 16th May 2016
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Spark brings 4G to Taranaki, improving mobile coverage for residents and visitors, including access to Rural Wireless Broadband.
Case study: How did Ultrafast Fibre solve their communication issues?
Fri, 13th May 2016
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Ultrafast Fibre were trying to operate in a highly-competitive environment using a legacy phone system from the late 1990s - here's how they fixed it.
How do NZ's SMEs really feel about cyber security, connectivity and more?
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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NZ SMEs grow wary of cyber threats, with 70% voicing concerns over security—up 10% in six months—MYOB survey discloses a shift toward digital savviness.
Rolleston leading the pack in UFB adoption
Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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Rolleston sets the pace with over 50% Ultra-Fast Broadband uptake, outstripping national average and embodying 'town of the future' vision.
New RBI tower brings greater connectivity to Kauaeranga Valley
Wed, 20th Apr 2016
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New RBI tower brings 4G broadband and mobile coverage to Kauaeranga Valley, Coromandel, NZ - improving connectivity for residents and tourists.
Fibre unbundling will unlock full potential of UFB, says Vodafone
Thu, 14th Apr 2016
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Vodafone is welcoming confirmation from the Government that the promise to open fibre networks to increased competition will remain.
Robotics, broadband, 3D printing: NZPI looks at how tech is changing our cities
Thu, 14th Apr 2016
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The benefits of technology and major planning issues are under discussion at the NZPI annual conference in Dunedin this week. #NewZealand.
NZ Government gets behind digital tech with new telco laws
Thu, 14th Apr 2016
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New Zealand government unveils plans for new regulation of broadband and phone services to keep up with digital transformation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.