overview of broadband
OVERVIEW OF BROAD BAND
Definition of Broad Band
Broadband is often called high-speed Internet, because it usually has a high rate of data transmission. In general, any connection to the customer of 256 kbit/s or more is considered broadband.
HOW IS BROADBAND DIFFERENT FROM DIAL-UP SERVICE?
Broadband service provides higher speed of data transmission—Allows more content to be carried through the transmission “pipeline.”
Broadband provides access to the highest quality Internet services—streaming media, VoIP (Internet phone), gaming and interactive services. Many of these current and newly developing services require the transfer of large amounts of data which may not be technically feasible with dial-up service. Therefore, broadband service may be increasingly necessary to access the full range of services and opportunities that the Internet can offer.
Broadband is always on—does not block phone lines and no need to reconnect to network after logging off.
Less delay in transmission of content when using broadband.
WHY IS BROADBAND IMPORTANT?
Broadband can provide you with the technical capability to access a wide range of resources, services and products that can enhance your life in a variety of ways. These resources, services and products include,
Education, Culture, & Entertainment
Broadband can overcome geographical and financial barriers to provide access to a wide range of educational, cultural and recreational opportunities and resources.
Tele-health & Telemedicine
Broadband can facilitate provision of medical care to unserved and underserved populations through remote diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and consultations with specialists.
Economic Development/E-Commerce
Broadband can promote economic development and revitalization through electronic commerce (e-commerce) by:
Creating new jobs and attracting new industries.
Providing access to regional, national and worldwide markets.
Electronic Government
Definition of Broad Band
Broadband is often called high-speed Internet, because it usually has a high rate of data transmission. In general, any connection to the customer of 256 kbit/s or more is considered broadband.
HOW IS BROADBAND DIFFERENT FROM DIAL-UP SERVICE?
Broadband service provides higher speed of data transmission—Allows more content to be carried through the transmission “pipeline.”
Broadband provides access to the highest quality Internet services—streaming media, VoIP (Internet phone), gaming and interactive services. Many of these current and newly developing services require the transfer of large amounts of data which may not be technically feasible with dial-up service. Therefore, broadband service may be increasingly necessary to access the full range of services and opportunities that the Internet can offer.
Broadband is always on—does not block phone lines and no need to reconnect to network after logging off.
Less delay in transmission of content when using broadband.
WHY IS BROADBAND IMPORTANT?
Broadband can provide you with the technical capability to access a wide range of resources, services and products that can enhance your life in a variety of ways. These resources, services and products include,
Education, Culture, & Entertainment
Broadband can overcome geographical and financial barriers to provide access to a wide range of educational, cultural and recreational opportunities and resources.
Tele-health & Telemedicine
Broadband can facilitate provision of medical care to unserved and underserved populations through remote diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and consultations with specialists.
Economic Development/E-Commerce
Broadband can promote economic development and revitalization through electronic commerce (e-commerce) by:
Creating new jobs and attracting new industries.
Providing access to regional, national and worldwide markets.
Electronic Government