Broadband stories - Page 25
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.
MIMP hops ahead of NBN for Kangaroo Island broadband
Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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MIMP has beaten the NBN to the punch in providing high-speed broadband services for Kangaroo Island, ousting Telstra in the process.
Government's broadband rollout to support regional growth
Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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The Government's broadband plans are driving regional growth and innovation across New Zealand, say ministers.
Deadline issued for council digital enablement plans
Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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Local authorities will have a month to outline how they will take advantage of new investment from the government's broadband extension.
Aussie Government gears up for nbn satellite launch
Wed, 19th Aug 2015
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The nbn long term satellite service will be a 'game changer' for those living and working in regional and remote areas.
2000th school to connect to government's managed network
Mon, 17th Aug 2015
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Over 2,000 schools in New Zealand have been connected to the government's funded N4L Managed Network, says Minister Nikki Kaye.
Ruapehu begins second phase of broadband investment bid
Tue, 11th Aug 2015
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The Ruapehu Council has begun the second stage of its broadband investment bid, hoping to gain part of the national broadband investment programme.
Government releases broadband map
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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New Zealanders can now find the best broadband options in their area with the launch of a new online map tool by the Government.
Govt wants to limit UFB involvement, wary of stuffing up sector, English says
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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The government doesn't want to spend any more money or stay any longer in the build of New Zealand's ultra-fast broadband network.
Gisborne puts its hand up for Round 2 of Government broadband funding
Mon, 20th Jul 2015
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Gisborne District Council calls for broadband and mobile blackspot funding to extend coverage in key tourism sites.
InternetNZ's new grants round open for applications
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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InternetNZ is offering community grants to fund projects that support better access and use of the internet in New Zealand.
'Ambitious vision' required to drive NZ connectivity forward
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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Tuanz is calling on the government to have 'an ambitious vision' for rural connectivity and accept that connectivity is a right, not a want.
Labour: Rural broadband initiative 'massive policy failure'
Mon, 6th Jul 2015
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Labour condemns the Government's rural broadband initiative, calling it a massive policy failure and criticising a planned additional NZD $150 million spend.
Vodafone wants to help families in digital age
Fri, 3rd Jul 2015
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Vodafone is courting families with the launch of some new services aimed to help parents navigate the digital world.
Noel Leeming takes IoT mainstream with broadband bundles
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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Noel Leeming is retailing broadband bundles from My Republic and Spark - and has the internet of things phenomenon firmly in its targets.
Need for speed: 100,000th customer signs on for UFB
Fri, 26th Jun 2015
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100,000 Kiwis are now onboard with UFB, with Amy Adams hailing the milestone as a huge achievement putting NZ ahead of similar international builds.
Xirrus launched SaaS solution for complete control over Wi-Fi
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
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Xirrus launches EasyPass, a suite of services that simplifies device onboarding to Wi-Fi networks, requiring fewer steps.
Scientists around the world collaborate with super high speed internet
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
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NZ's Cawthron Institute teams up with REANNZ to turbocharge global research with super high speed internet, vastly improving data sharing.
Broadband and cellphone coverage in Northland underwhelming
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
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Northlanders are calling for better broadband and cellphone coverage, with a recent survey revealing dissatisfaction and a desire for improvement.
UFB build hits halfway milestone
Fri, 19th Jun 2015
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The nationwide ultrafast broadband rollout has hit the halfway mark for its first stage, with 11 towns and cities now able to reap the benefits.
Meet Netgear's latest premium modem router
Wed, 17th Jun 2015
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Netgear has introduced Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi VDSL/ADSL Modem Router (D7000) with dual band WiFi and Gigabit Ethernet to its line-up.