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The Download is a quarterly report to generate a conversation about what fast broadband can do for New Zealand. It can be found both in print and online, with the website updated between issues with broadband news from around the country.The Download is published to inform and share the latest data, stories and opinions about fast broadband and the implications it has for New Zealand.
Our picks from the latest edition (March 2020)
Taking data further
Interview of JB Rousselot who sees new opportunities.
Telcos remove data caps, batten down for a storm
New Zealand’s telcos have temporarily removed data caps on broadband plans. Meanwhile they are either preparing or have started rejigging operations so more people can work from home.
Voice volumes surge as New Zealand enters covid-19 lockdown
New Zealand voice networks recorded the highest call volumes in history this week. There was a peak on Tuesday following Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s announcement that the Covid–19 alert level was being raised from two to four and the country would begin a four-week lockdown.
Working from home: the network is ready
Investments made to prepare for last year’s Rugby World Cup mean the fibre broadband network is able to cope with the demands of people working from home, self-isolating and distancing themselves socially, reports Bill Bennett.
We can serve business better
Consumer mobile telco 2degrees is pushing into the business market with fibre broadband. It’s also eyeing up the Internet of Things – Heather Wright reports.
Hyperfibre pioneers shift terabytes in minutes
Hyperfibre is the next generation of Ultra-Fast Broadband. It moves data much faster than the current top-line gigabit per second (1Gbps) service. In tests, Chorus, which developed Hyperfibre, trialled speeds of up to 8Gbps. For now, its wholesale offerings are a more modest 2Gbps and 4Gbps. That’s more than enough to make a difference for companies handling big files.
A look behind the optical network terminal
Everyone connected to the fibre network has this white plastic box terminal. Bill Bennett unravels its mysteries and talks about the capabilities of the next generation ‘box’.
Wan platform play moves complexity behind the curtain
Network architectures and carrier strategies are evolving towards a platform play model. Research company IDC’s Hugh Ujhazy tells Bill Bennett the future will see connectivity aligning with business outcomes and transport mechanics becoming less relevant. Connectivity strategies will be driven more by the desired outcome and less by the journey.
