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How Nokia and Chorus aim to enhance broadband access for Kiwis
Unified Communications

How Nokia and Chorus aim to enhance broadband access for Kiwis

Chorus has deployed Nokia's VDSL2 vectoring technology to deliver improved broadband access to users across New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Oct 2018
The age of the landline is over: 71% of Kiwis prefer naked broadband plans
Unified Communications

The age of the landline is over: 71% of Kiwis prefer naked broadband plans

Demand for naked broadband in New Zealand has increased by 22% since 2016, as consumers ditch landlines for more affordable options.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017
Don't wait for fibre, businesses should adopt VDSL now
Unified Communications

Don't wait for fibre, businesses should adopt VDSL now

As fibre rollout lags, businesses urged to adopt VDSL for speeds 5x faster than ADSL - a cost-effective boost by Voyager Internet.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 20th Dec 2012
Speed and security from Netgear UTM appliance
Unified Communications

Speed and security from Netgear UTM appliance

Netgear's new ProSecure UTM9S combines high-speed VDSL internet with robust security for SMBs, offering unprecedented control over internet access.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 5th Oct 2011

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Meet Netgear's latest premium modem router
Unified Communications

Meet Netgear's latest premium modem router

​​Netgear has introduced Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi VDSL/ADSL Modem Router (D7000) with dual band WiFi and Gigabit Ethernet to its line-up.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2015
Voyager bags big broadband download speed win
Unified Communications

Voyager bags big broadband download speed win

Voyager emerges as the leader in TrueNet's latest Broadband Report, boasting a remarkable VDSL download speed of 2.5 seconds, the fastest among ISPs.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st May 2014
2talk walks the walk with 'good honest' broadband
Unified Communications

2talk walks the walk with 'good honest' broadband

Customers can now add 2talk broadband to voice plans by ordering through 2talk live, with broadband now available as ADSL, VDSL, UFB (Auckland only) or HSNS.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2013
Voyager slashes VDSL prices by 33%
Unified Communications

Voyager slashes VDSL prices by 33%

New Zealand ISP Voyager Internet has slashed the price of its VDSL service, making it a more attractive option for businesses.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2013
Voyager's VDSL venture
Unified Communications

Voyager's VDSL venture

Voyager launches VDSL for businesses seeking speedier internet than ADSL but not ready for UFB, promising up to 50MBps down and 10MBps up.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 31st May 2012
An Important Voice
Unified Communications

An Important Voice

Implementing VoIP solutions can significantly increase LAN traffic. Learn effective techniques to minimise congestion and maintain network efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Sat, 1st May 2010