Broadband in Blackrock

Stephen Cooke N00090260Broadband in Blackrock

What is Broadband?The term broadband commonly refers to high-speed Internet access that is always on and faster than the traditional dial-up access

Broadband allows for more information to be transferred through the data pipeline.

Different Forms of BroadbandDSL This method of broadband works by transmitting digital data over the wires of a local telephone network. ADSL (asymmetric) and SDSL (symmetric). ADSL allows download speeds of up to 1.5 megabits per sec and upload speeds of 128 kilobits per sec. SDSL allows download speeds of 9 megabits per sec and upload speeds of 640 Kilobits per sec.

Wireless (Wi-Fi)- broadband technology where you have access to the internet outside your home, such as at Wi-Fi hotspots, using a laptop, or with a mobile phone handset.Different Forms of BroadbandSatellite Broadband - Internet access provided through satellites. Modern satellite Internet service is typically provided to users world-wide through Geostationary satellites which can offer higher data speeds, with the latest satellites achieving speeds up to 15 Mbps.Fiber Optic - This is a broadband internet connection using fibre optic cables to transfer data. It is typically faster than data transferred via a telephone modem or dialup connection.What companies provide broadband in the Blackrock Area? EircomMagnetUPCVodafoneDigiwebOnwave

Which Broadband Provider offers the most suitable broadband service for a sole trader??

Eircoms Offera fixed, mobile and broadband telecommunications company. Currently largest telecommunications company in Ireland. Eircom currently operates the fixed-line telephone network, a HSDPA (3G) and GSM/EDGE (2.75G) mobile telephone network Meteor and also acts as an internet service provider.The Ultimate Broadband bundle offers, up to 24mb download speeds and unlimited usage.Pricing- 55.00 for first 6 months, 60.00 every month after.Total yearly cost - 690

Vodafoneis the largest mobile phone company in Ireland in terms of active subscribers. Previously called Eircell which began in 1986.The mobile phone system in use is a digital GSM 900 system, and also a third-generation UMTS system . GSM is a standard set developed by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) to describe protocols for second generation (2G) digital cellular networks used by mobile phones. UMTS is a third generation mobile cellular system for networks based on the GSM standard. Developed and maintained by the 3GPP (3rd Generation Partnership Project)

Vodafones OfferVodafones most allowing bundle deal provides 350GB usage allowanceup to 24Mb download speedFree calls to landlinesFree PC protection for first 3 months.Pricing 59.00 per monthTotal yearly cost 708.00

UPCs OfferEuropes largest cable operator. Previously Chrous NTL. Operates a new Fibre Power network. won Ultimate Digital Provider 2011 at the Digital Media Awards. Offers Digital TV, Fibre Power Broadband and Home Phone.UPCs ultimate broadband bundle offers Unlimited download allowance. Download/Upload 150Mb/10Mb. Free wireless modem (available to new Broadband customers only) Pricing Once off costs 45.00, then 59.00 per monthTotal yearly cost 694.00

Magnets OfferMagnets force max bundle offers-No download limits.Up to 24mb broadbandFree Wi-Fi router.Pricing 60.99 per month.Total yearly cost 731.88.

Most suitable broadband service for a sole trader in the arts management sector.When researching the various offers being put forward by the different telecommunications companies it was important to take into account the different specifications each bundle provides.Each company offered a fairly similar package but I have decided to purchase Eircoms ultimate broadband bundle as Eircom has been a reliable broadband provider to my family for years. Eircom also offers many of the same specifications as its competitors at the reasonable yearly price of 690.00.Referenceshttp://www.vodafone.ie/df/homebroadband/productdetails.jsp?productid=572060&producttypetab=HOMEPHONEBROANDBAND&perlicoid=115072 https://secure.eircom.net/talktime/talktime-evolution-flow?execution=e1s1https://www.magnet.ie/http://www.upc.ie/broadband/hundredfifty/http://www.bonkers.ie/compare-tv-broadband-phone/dublin-county/broadband-in-blackrock/