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Internet speeds stories

The author, with a keen focus on telecommunications, delves into various facets of internet technologies across the globe. From highlighting significant speed upgrades by Vodafone to discussing the implementation of fibre optics for reliable connectivity, their articles offer comprehensive insights into the developments shaping the internet landscape. The narrative extends to examining the repercussions brought on by increased digital demands, evidenced through initiatives like Vodafone NZ's COVID-19 plans and tech experiments like Google's ultra-fast broadband. The ensemble of stories brings to the fore the critical intersection of technological advancement and user dependency on robust internet frameworks.

Moreover, the author explores localized internet infrastructure developments and their broader implications, reflecting a blend of technical understanding and geographical nuances. Whether it's the upgrading of services in Australian broadband, the record-breaking data throughput at DE-CIX, or the introduction of revolutionary internet speeds capable of downloading immense volumes of data in seconds, the articles outline transformative moments in internet history. This collection is invaluable for understanding how broadband initiatives and internet technologies not only respond to rising user demands but also drive how societies interact with and harness the power of the internet.

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Network for Learning upgrades Wi-Fi in over 1,700 NZ schools

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Network for Learning has upgraded Wi-Fi in over 1,700 New Zealand schools, enhancing internet speed and reliability for digital learning nationwide.
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'Fastest ever' internet speed recorded in Australian research project

Mon, 25th May 2020
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Have you ever wanted to download 1000 HD films in a single second? Maybe not, but according to a study from three universities in Australia, it's now possible.
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Global lockdowns put pressure on internet infrastructure

Fri, 27th Mar 2020
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COVID-19 lockdowns are straining global internet infrastructure, say researchers at Monash Business School, with increasing latency issues across many regions.
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Vodafone NZ launches new COVID-19 plans

Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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Vodafone NZ introduces COVID-19 Care Plan, including data certainty, no disconnections or late fees, and support for remote learning.
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Internet infrastructure strained as demand for servers surges 30%

Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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The COVID-19 pandemic has driven a 30% surge in server demand as remote work and online activities strain internet infrastructure, says Heficed.
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Chorus announces first Kiwi towns to receive HyperFibre

Fri, 21st Feb 2020
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Queenstown, Wanaka, Cromwell and Wakatipu will be the first New Zealand towns to receive Hyperfibre, offering broadband speeds up to 8Gbps, says Chorus.
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Vodafone shows improved average surf speeds in May

Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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After noticing Vodafone delivered slower average speeds than other ISPs in April, TrueNet have announced a significant improvement in May results.
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First schools sign up for N4L

Mon, 14th Oct 2013
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More than 20 schools from around New Zealand have already signed agreements with Network for Learning (N4L) to connect to its managed network.
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Phone and internet? Who needs them!

Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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Brits and Kiwis at the mercy of sluggish phone and internet providers, sparking calls for better service in our tech-reliant world.
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Google's ultra-fast broadband experiment

Thu, 11th Feb 2010
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Google aims to revolutionise internet speeds in the US with a trial offering up to 1Gbps broadband to 500,000 homes, vastly surpassing current averages.
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WIMAX dish

Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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Compass Communications is launching a new WiMAX dish, offering 10Mbps broadband without the need for fixed lines, across 15 towns and cities. Price TBC.