Archive for the ‘Broadband’ Category
Thursday, September 29th, 2011
Can Twitter be used to get in touch with the customer service department of a company? Absolutely. It’s the most current of Comcast specials, and a practice that’s becoming the norm for a growing number of companies who want to make customer service more accessible to users. The free instant messaging service is proving more convenient than Facebook for both customers and companies, as it provides instant broadcast of and reply to the short messages it allows. Comcast has been using the tool as a part of its customer service strategy since 2008, with a team of ten representatives who watch for and respond to updates currently. Among the other companies using the tool to communicate with customers are General Motors, McDonald’s, Southwest Airlines and Dell.
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Tuesday, September 27th, 2011
When we moved to our home seven years ago, I only had one choice when it came to an internet service provider. I stayed with that company until five months ago when I finally became fed up with how the connection speed would slow down each evening. Not only that, I frequently would be in the middle of a project, and Bang! I was kicked off the internet! I did a search and found a website that allowed me to look at all of the internet providers in my area in a side-by-side comparison. I even had many of my questions answered about the benefit of one features over another. I made a switch in my service provider and I am now back up and running without a single glitch over the past five months!
Tags: compare ISPs, comparison shopping for internet, internet providers in my area
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Friday, September 23rd, 2011
Despite an urging by an NHS Confederation Report in 2010, the rest of the world is far ahead of the UK where it comes to telemedicine. While face-to-face contact remains a crucial aspect of health services there, most people will be accessing numerous healthcare services via the internet with virtual consultations and independent research of medical conditions. The reason the UK remains behind is largely due to the ignoring of telemedicine’s potential, even when a patient is proactive about connecting with a physician on a remote basis. Telemedicine can not only expedite lab results, but can also drastically reduce or eliminate the cost and time for some to travel to faraway medical centers for treatment. A live video and audio connection can allow patients and clinicians to communicate and view various scans and test results.
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Monday, September 19th, 2011
Want an internet lifestyle? Then sign up with Qwest internet. Their internet speeds are a lot faster than dial-up, which means you can get a lot more done online in less time. When you’ve got a fast internet connection, you can pay your bills via internet banking, shop for groceries, grab that bargain at an online auction site and even book concert tickets! The online world is available to you 24/7, all you have to do is turn on your computer or mobile device and go for it! So when you need to complete your online daily tasks, even a DSL connection can save you a lot of time and make your life a whole lot more convenient. All you need is a qualifying home plan, and your cost to activate is free.
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Tuesday, September 13th, 2011
If you’ve been asking your friends and family, “Where do I find high speed internet providers in my area?” the answer is pretty simple if you know where to look. By using a trusted comparison website that compares the different internet service providers that cover your neighborhood, you’ll be able to see exactly what kind of plans are available to you right now. You’ll also be able to read about the different connection methods on offer, such as DSL, fiber optics, mobile wireless or cable. Once you’ve chosen the plan that suits your level of internet usage the best, just read the fine print and sign up. Once you arrange installation, all you have to do is wait until you’re connected, and then you’ll be able to enjoy the online world.
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Thursday, September 8th, 2011
If you’re looking for a reliable internet connection that offers enough speed for moderate internet use, then DSL with a company like Quest Internet might be right for you. The way in which DSL connects you to the internet is somewhat ingenious. Composed of two copper wires, phone lines transmit an analog signal which is what allows you to have phone conversations. Because computers could only read digital signals and phone lines only transmitted in analog, there was a difficulty in figuring out how to provide internet in this way. But then it became clear that it wasn’t the data that needed to be changed; it was simply knowing how to use a phone line to transmit digital information, which was soon discovered. A simple split of the signal in a phone line was all that was needed to allow for data as well as voice.
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Thursday, August 11th, 2011
The broadband market’s new player, CenturyLink, who counts Qwest DSL as one of its recent acquisitions continues to expand its broadband services. Together, the companies have run a combined 145,000 miles of fiber cable. Based in Denver, the Qwest company has made a name for itself in the northern Midwest United States and Rocky Mountain regions, as well as in Arizona and New Mexico. CenturyLink’s home base in Louisiana has seen continually-expanding services in the West Coast states of Orgeon and Washington, along with the eastern Midwest and the South. The company plans to continue its specialized services in these regions and is already delivering on those plans with inroads to Florida and other areas within the United States.
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Friday, July 29th, 2011
When I needed to get connected with another internet company, there was no way I could possibly compare prices for all of the internet service providers in my area. That would have been a full-time job! But I knew there had to be a way to figure it out. I knew they would probably have web sites, and so I did a quick internet search for a few ISPs I was interested in. And sure enough, their sites popped right up. And boy, did I get an education! I could review all kinds of stuff at the company sites, but what was really cool was that I could check for availability just by entering in my zip code. In just seconds, I knew who could connect me and who couldn’t.
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Friday, April 8th, 2011
Did you know that if you need a new ISP, you don’t have to call up companies one by one? And did you know that simply by going online, you can get a better deal on a connection with companies like at&t high speed internet? It’s true! You can find just about any internet company online, and can take the time to review packages and pricing at your own pace and whenever you feel like it. Most companies will allow you to check and see if their service is available in your area by entering your zip code. This can be a great way to narrow your search to only those ISPs who are near you. Many ISPs also offer incentives like free equipment when you sign up online.
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Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011
I wanted the most flexible internet package I could find; something I could bundle and enjoy with all of the other technologies in my home. I found that perfect package with att uverse. Their DSL internet provided wireless internet access throughout my household. Being a work-at-home mom, it’s nice to know I can take the internet with me where ever I happen to be in the house. It’s great to be able to check my email from any room! And their Total Home DVR offers incredible value and flexibility – this totally intuitive feature lets me record shows or alter my recording schedule from anywhere, even my mobile phone! Not only that, but we can all watch a different show from the same DVR! Plus, I get their dependable phone service, too.
Tags: ATT Uverse
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Friday, December 31st, 2010
If you’re looking for reliable internet that offers convenience and speed, you might want to take a second look at Quest DSL. Not only are their plans affordable, but you won’t need any complicated extra lines run into your home. That’s because DSL uses your existing phone line to connect you to the internet. Because your internet connection and phone line use two different channels of the same cable, you can enjoy simultaneous surfing and telephone use. You can also get television service through DirectTV, which puts over 200 channels at your fingertips. Plus, you can set, edit and schedule your recordings with their intuitive DVR. If you don’t want to miss out on the great online-only deals that are happening now, check the site for the latest offers.
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Wednesday, December 1st, 2010
Maybe your internet company isn’t delivering like they used to. Or perhaps you just want to try a different internet type. No matter your reason for wanting to switch, great deals on high speed internet are happening right now. And this site lets you read all kinds of reviews on some of the country’s most popular companies. If you want to take it a step further, you can compare providers in your immediate area online from one page. There’s also information about what each company charges for modem rentals and installations, along with the incentives they’re offering. It sure beats calling each company separately or looking through your phone book to try and find the provider that’s right for you!
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Monday, January 11th, 2010
You want the ultra high speed of AT&T Uverse and Verizon FIOS, and check their availability. After all, both carriers service your area. So it surprises you to find that the latest in high speed connections and digital television is not available to you. It might be available to your next door neighbor, or in the next zip code, but not by you. Nuts! What gives here?
These major companies have sunk a great deal of money into developing these networks, enabling users to bypass cable and DSL options. It’s working. In a nutshell, the networks are not fully developed yet. AT&T plans to offer Uverse to more than 30 million residential customers in the 22 states it serves by the end of 2010. However, their schedule has taken some hits, and that may no longer be possible. Verizon FIOS currently has 2.2 million subscribers. They are adding approximately the same number of customers as Uverse every year. These services offer crystal clear phone sound, the highest broadband speed possible, and quality digital television. You’ll know when they come to your area because the signs will go up in their phone stores. Keep watching…and asking…
Tags: at&t, ATT Uverse, Verizon, Verizon Fios
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Wednesday, April 1st, 2009
Broadband Internet can be referred to in many ways. Some call it by the shortened form, “broadband”, some say “high speed internet” while others even calls it “DSL”, like a general name for high speed internet even if it’s just a type of broadband service. People have come to the realization that broadband is a necessary expense for anyone in the 21st century. Broadband connection makes life in any typical, modern-day household more worth while even in our current economy situation. Broadband Internet came alive during our generation and it would be hard to comprehend not having access to this wonderful invention. For more information on high speed internet, you can go to Wikipedia and learn more about broadband internet access.
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Monday, July 7th, 2008
The latest news about High Speed Internet Providers is going from bad to worse. US broadband providers are proposing putting a cap on the bandwidth that consumers can use as well as increasing prices. The problem arises with people that abuse the amount of bandwidth they have and not the entire consumer base. So the solution should be target the mis-use not the general population. Furthermore, broadband providers should focus on increasing the speed that is being offered so that we can start competing with the rest of the world. In Korea and Japan, broadband costs one tenth of the price and offers speeds up to 100 Mbps. So lets focus on what would give the US a fair competitive field instead of trying to make an extra dollar by stifling or productivity.
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Monday, June 30th, 2008
Kizuna Satellite, Japan is the fastest satellite internet on the planet. Providing approximately 1.2 Gbps with a purpose of providing speed boost and internet connection even on worst disaster zones and far reached areas in Japan and Southeast Asia. The service will roll out on July after its setup process and once in position. Kizuna satellite is equipped with 2 multi-beam antennas, one for Japan and neighboring countries while the other is for the rest f the country in the Aisa-Pacific region. Another remarkable advancement for Japan, now the question is, who will be the next country to follow the lead?
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Thursday, June 5th, 2008
The world’s fastest residential internet connection can be found nowhere else but the world leader in globalization, Sweden. Sigbritt Löthberg, a 75-year old woman owns the fastest internet connection in the world. Her 40 Gigabits per second connection can download a full length high definition movie in just 2 seconds. What’s her secret? She is using a modulation technique that transfers data directly to two different routers two thousand kilometers apart. She is no ordinary woman either. Peter Löthberg, an internet legend in Sweden who now currently works for Cisco, is her son. The demonstration is to show that there are more possibilities out there more than the ordinary copper wire networks.
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Wednesday, May 28th, 2008
As the battle for market broadband user market share expands, users may end up being hurt by the push. According the the Fiber-to-the-home Council, content and service providers are utilizing more and more bandwidth to deliver what the end user wants — Video. As the internet evolves, video will play a bigger role in how information is delivered over the net. What this means to the consumer is that the gap between low-speed and high speed internet access will grow larger as the demand for bandwidth grows.
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Thursday, May 1st, 2008
For those of you lucky enough to live in Missouri and Illinois, and are in the coverage zone, you can finally enjoy lightening fast high speed internet through Charter Max high speed internet’s new offering. And the rest of us will have to wait until a other broadband providers decide to upgrade their speed for the rest of the country.
Charter High-Speed Internet Max is considered their premium tier plan and claims to be up to 9x as fast as DSL and 270x as fast as dial-up. They also have slower plans with download speeds up to 10 Mbps & 5 Mbps. At least that is the claim. But with Verizon’s FiOS clocking in upwards of 15 Mbps, they most certainly are refering to Verizons regular dsl, att’s regular dsl, and other providers in their market place.
It is worth checking out if you are in the coverage zone.
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Monday, April 14th, 2008
Since we are on the topic of fast computers and ultra fast ISP’s we might as well define and shed some light on what a quantum computer is. A quantum computer processes information through atoms and molecules vs. the traditional silicon-based PCs we know today. Quantum computers already exist, but have not been commercialized into what we would consider a practical system.
The only non-tech way to explain how this works is by discussing the old binary system. A square could only hold a value of 1 or 0. In a quantum environment, there could be values of 1 or 0 and all points in between 1 and 0.
For those interested, there is a wealth of information on howstuffworks.com.
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Monday, March 3rd, 2008
If you are running Windows XP or 2000, the chances are that you may not be optimized for maximum speed while trying to surf the net. The reason being is that these two platforms are built on NT technology which is primarily configured for networking purposes not for long range communication across external servers on the web. In order to take advantage of the speed your high speed ISPs are giving you, you need to change some registry files and TCP settings. But before venturing out for this, be sure to make a backup. There are many resources out there so try Googleing “speeding up your computer.”
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