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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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Telehouse & Brothers Pictures launch cloud gaming in Thailand
This month
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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thailand
Telehouse partners with Brothers Pictures to launch Thailand's first cloud gaming service, NVIDIA GeForce NOW, promising seamless, high-quality gameplay.
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Nokia & Baktelecom partner to launch gigabit services in Baku
Mon, 27th May 2024
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smartphones
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digital transformation
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nokia
Nokia teams up with Baktelecom to deploy XGS-PON services in Azerbaijan, promising 10Gb/s speeds to Baku’s homes and businesses, and future-proof connectivity.
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Activ8me, nbn unveil unlimited data for remote Australians
Mon, 4th Dec 2023
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edutech
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telco
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software
Activ8me and nbn introduce budget-friendly unlimited data plans for rural Australians, starting at a mere £59 per month.
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Maximizing fibre speed and reliability through advanced orchestration and assurance solutions
Wed, 20th Sep 2023
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network infrastructure
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connectivity
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fibre
The demand for faster connectivity has led to the rise of fibre optics, but challenges remain. Here are the enablers for successful network transformation.
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'Fastest ever' internet speed recorded in Australian research project
Mon, 25th May 2020
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telco
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nbn
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bandwidth
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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e-learning
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hybrid & remote work
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remote learning
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
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covid-19
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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datacentre infrastructure
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phishing
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email security
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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DE-CIX breaks another data throughput record at Frankfurt exchange
Wed, 18th Mar 2020
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datacentre infrastructure
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data transfer
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internet exchange
DE-CIX has set a new data throughput record, surpassing 9 terabits per second on its Frankfurt exchange just three months after its previous milestone.
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Chorus announces first Kiwi towns to receive HyperFibre
Fri, 21st Feb 2020
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chorus
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telco
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broadband
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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MyIX announces significant growth over 10 year period
Thu, 25th Jul 2019
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data analytics
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datacentre infrastructure
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martech
Malaysia Internet Exchange (MyIX) has seen its traffic peak point reach 412 Gbps in May 2019, a growth of 70 times over 10 years.
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Australian broadband users opting for faster speed tiers, according to NBN
Mon, 18th Jun 2018
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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naas
The company states that 70% of new orders on the nbn network are now based on wholesale speed tiers of 50 Mbps (download) or higher.
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Vodafone shows improved average surf speeds in May
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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telco
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truenet
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isp
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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edutech
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n4l
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nz
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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telco
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broadband
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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hyperscale
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dc
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connectivity
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
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telco
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broadband
Compass Communications is launching a new WiMAX dish, offering 10Mbps broadband without the need for fixed lines, across 15 towns and cities. Price TBC.