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Broadband stories - Page 27

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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Digital hubs to extend connections beyond the school gate

Fri, 28th Feb 2014
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Schools with ultra-fast broadband can now share their connections, enhancing access for their entire communities, says Minister Kaye.
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Vodafone unveils free business broadband data boost

Thu, 27th Feb 2014
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Vodafone boosts broadband data allowances for New Zealand businesses, offering up to 20 times more data for free.
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Minister backs new Telecom TV approach

Mon, 24th Feb 2014
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Amy Adams welcomes plans by Telecom, soon to be rebranded as Spark, to launch an internet-delivered TV service.
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Vodafone Oz unveils largest 4G international roaming network

Wed, 19th Feb 2014
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Vodafone Australia to launch the biggest 4G global roaming network, offering fast access in NZ, the UK, Europe at no extra cost.
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Road trip delivers tech to rural schools

Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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Rural schools in the North Island are being given a helping hand to keep up with technology and match the education standards of their city-bred counterparts.
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Slingshot tops customer satisfaction in NZ

Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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Slingshot claims top spot in NZ broadband customer satisfaction, sweeping all categories in a Canstar Blue survey, says GM Taryn Hamilton.
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Cambium Networks expands GHz portfolio in NZ

Fri, 7th Feb 2014
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Cambium Networks bolsters NZ's broadband capabilities with its cutting-edge PMP 450 in the 3 GHz range, boosting connectivity options.
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Flip becomes one of the fastest growing ISPs

Wed, 5th Feb 2014
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Flip, a NZ broadband disruptor, eclipses 10,000 customers in a year with its unique model and competitive pricing, reshaping the ISP landscape.
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Hello house! The connected home needs fibre connectivity

Fri, 31st Jan 2014
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If all you want to do is email your boss or look at funny cat pictures on the web then today's broadband will probably serve you well enough.
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Vodafone's Oz 4G network smashes one million mark

Thu, 30th Jan 2014
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Vodafone's 4G network reaches a milestone with over 1 million devices in just 8 months, outstripping Telstra and Optus with superior speeds and data deals.
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Homegrown talent to shake up NZ Fibre market

Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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MyRepublic plans to revolutionise NZ's fibre broadband, promising unparalleled UFB utilisation for homes and businesses from mid-2014.
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Vodafone NZ: 4G will just get better and better...

Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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Vodafone secures 18-year 700MHz spectrum for $66m, will continue delivering leading 4G network in New Zealand.
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Telecom nails $83m 4G auction bid

Wed, 22nd Jan 2014
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Telecom wins big with a $83m bid for 4G spectrum, enhancing mobile network speeds and capacity across New Zealand.
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Over 200 schools signed up to N4L

Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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As of today, 212 schools have signed agreements and these communities will be looking forward to being connected.
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Connector Systems bags Calex ANZ distie deal

Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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IT distributor Connector Systems has signed a distribution agreement with Calix, a global leader in broadband access systems and software.
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New Hawaiki Cable contract set to increase capacity

Fri, 17th Jan 2014
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Vibe Communications inks deal with Hawaiki Cable, set to boost NZ's internet with faster, cheaper services across the Pacific.
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Vodafone stung with $270k refund over dodgy broadband ad

Thu, 16th Jan 2014
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Vodafone NZ has settled with Commerce Commission, after customers were not informed of terms and received charges for Broadband Lite service.
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Budget blowout kills Australia's FTTH network

Mon, 13th Jan 2014
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Australia's ambitious national FTTH network plan collapses as costs soar 66% over budget, derailing the $A44b project.
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“Misleading” Orcon forced to pull Dotcom broadband ad

Tue, 17th Dec 2013
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Orcon pulls Kim Dotcom TV ad after complaint to Advertising Standards Authority upheld. Uncapped plans still available.
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Telecom sells AAPT for A$450M to TPG Telecom

Mon, 9th Dec 2013
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Telecom sells Australian AAPT unit to TPG Telecom for AUD $450 million, exceeding expectations. The move aligns with its focus on NZ operations.