1. What is broadband?
Of or using signals over a wide range of frequencies in high-capacity telecommunications, especially used for access to the Internet.
2. Outline the methods of delivery of broadband (wireless, cable, ADSL and fibre)? Identify the speed of each method.
DSL and Cable Modem Broadband
Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) broadband service leverages exist as copper telephone lines which are already installed in most businesses and homes to deliver broadband. Service providers advertise DSL speed in terms of bandwidth ratings. Bandwidth numbers advertised for residential DSL service range from 128 Kbps to 3 Mbps (3000 Kbps).
Fiber Optic Broadband
Fiber optic technology converts electrical signals carrying data to light and sends the light through very narrow transparent glass fibers. This type of broadband is much faster than the others, its service is much faster and offers up to 50 Mbps download speed. Google Fiber has even promised to make the internet speed reach 1 gigabit per second.
Wireless Broadband
Wireless broadband uses a radio link between the user's location and the service provider's facility. This type of broadband offers from 1.1Mbps to 20Mbps download speeds.
WiMAX Broadband
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access, (WiMAX) service is another form of wireless broadband technology designed primarily as an alternative to satellite, or for mobile broadband applications. This offers a download speed of 128 Mbit/s.
Satellite Broadband
Satellite broadband service is useful in rural areas where wired service would be difficult to install.
White Space
Since wireless spectrum is a limited resource, broadband service providers have been exploring innovative ways to wring more bandwidth from existing spectrum. One way to accomplish this is by using the "white space" in between television broadcast channels
3. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each method.
4. Give examples of broadband providers and identify the costs.
Here are some of the various service providers such as 3, virgin and vodafone who offer great deals on broadband.
5. The Federal Government is thinking of rolling out a national broadband network (The NBN). Research the NBN and find out:
a. what method of delivery it will use
NBN Co will use three types of technology to deliver broadband to all Australians:
Fibre-optic cable capable of delivering speeds of 100 megabits per second (Mbps) or more to 93% of premises;
Fixed wireless and satellite connections delivering 12 Mbps to the 7% of premises that are unable to be connected via the fibre-optic cables.
b. the expected speed
Up to 100 megabits per second are expected from this networking.
Up to 100 megabits per second are expected from this networking.
c. the expected costs.
NBN Co reveaked that uniform national wholesale prices will start at $24 a month for a basic service at 12 Mbps down and 1 Mbps up.
NBN Co reveaked that uniform national wholesale prices will start at $24 a month for a basic service at 12 Mbps down and 1 Mbps up.
6. Do you think Australians should invest in The NBN? Justify your answer.
I personally feel that Australians should invest in NBN this is because it is a broadband option which provides faster internet acess as well as a good value for money.
Unlike other broadband options this option is cheaper in comparison with most deals other providers have to offer. This also has much faster speeds than others and therefore is a type of broadband technology which people should consider and adapt to :)
I personally feel that Australians should invest in NBN this is because it is a broadband option which provides faster internet acess as well as a good value for money.
Unlike other broadband options this option is cheaper in comparison with most deals other providers have to offer. This also has much faster speeds than others and therefore is a type of broadband technology which people should consider and adapt to :)
