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Broadband stories - Page 38

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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Commission releases final decision on Chorus' copper pricing

Tue, 5th Nov 2013
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The Commerce Commission has set the cost of Chorus' UBA service at $10.92 per line per month, effective from 1 December 2014.
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NZ first as new Telecom mobile plans let SMBs share data

Fri, 1st Nov 2013
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Telecom announces new mobile plans for small businesses, offering unlimited calling, texts and shared data allowance. #technology #smallbusiness.
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Countdown to Telecom 4G - What you need to know...

Thu, 31st Oct 2013
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Telecom New Zealand is counting down to the launch of its 4G network, which goes live in parts of Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch on 12 November, 2013.
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Telco trio secure successful 700 MHz 4G spectrum bids

Wed, 30th Oct 2013
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2degrees, Telecom, and Vodafone clinch 700 MHz 4G spectrum, promising enhanced NZ mobile broadband and 4G expansion.
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Commission releases draft Telco Development Levy

Wed, 30th Oct 2013
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The Commerce Commission's draft determination outlines the GBP £32 million Telecommunications Development Levy for 2012/13, impacting 22 providers.
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Orcon resolves Wellington Labour weekend internet outage

Tue, 29th Oct 2013
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Orcon has confirmed the internet outage in Wellington Central which occurred over the weekend is now resolved.
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Cheap trumps fast or bundled as reason to pick ISP in NZ

Sat, 26th Oct 2013
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Majority of Kiwis opt for cheaper ISP deals over speed or bundles, with a 60% favouring savings in the latest Roy Morgan study.
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Chorus to consult on UFB products

Wed, 23rd Oct 2013
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Chorus unveils plans for new UFB products, aims to boost broadband speeds and affordability in New Zealand with industry consultation ahead.
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NZ fibre technology shows superior speed

Fri, 18th Oct 2013
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Fibre speeds are faster but for the first time, congestion is apparent on the 100Mb/s service for Orcon and Snap.
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Kiwis have big appetite for bigger bytes

Mon, 14th Oct 2013
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New Zealanders are opting for Internet plans that allow them to use larger quantities of data, Statistics New Zealand reports today.
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Australia's NBN: New govt promises major changes

Wed, 9th Oct 2013
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Malcolm Turnbull enacts major shifts in Australia's NBN, moving from FTTH to cost-effective FTTN, sparking wide public debate.
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Cambium aims to connect the unconnected with ePMP wireless launch

Tue, 8th Oct 2013
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Cambium Networks has launched ePMP, a wireless access platform that aims to connect underserved and unconnected global communities.
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HD grows New Zealand UFB offering

Mon, 7th Oct 2013
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Auckland Based ISP HD joins small group of ISP providers able to offer UFB services to Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Te Awamutu, Cambridge and Tokoroa.
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Telecom launches free 4G across big 3 cities

Mon, 7th Oct 2013
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Telco will launch 4G in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch next month - available to both prepaid and pay- monthly customers at no additional cost.
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Telecom to buy 700MHz spectrum amid 4G expansion

Mon, 7th Oct 2013
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Telecom gears up for 4G expansion, bidding for 700MHz spectrum to enhance rural connectivity and bolster its network.
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Vodafone unveils UFB TV service

Fri, 4th Oct 2013
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Vodafone has today unveiled New Zealand's first, and only, full TV service using the new ultra fast broadband network.
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Dotcom fights for 1st world NZ internet

Thu, 3rd Oct 2013
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Kim Dotcom and Orcon collaborate to eliminate New Zealand's data caps and tackle the country's sub-par internet.
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Govt: Internet campaign continues to mislead Kiwis

Fri, 27th Sep 2013
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Coalition accused of misleading NZers in Fair Internet Pricing campaign; govt dismisses claims as hyperbole and scare tactics.
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Telecom: Lower price on copper inputs needed

Mon, 23rd Sep 2013
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Telco argues the input price for wholesale access to copper broadband needs to come in at the bottom end of Government's proposed range.
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Vodafone and Ciena link major metro areas

Fri, 20th Sep 2013
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Vodafone NZ and Ciena have expanded their network to provide low-latency capacity between Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.