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Types of Internet connections in Townsville
The different types of internet broadband available in Townsville include NBN, DSL, ADSL2+, Cable, Dial up, Satellite, Fixed Wireless, and Mobile Broadband. If you’re in the right region, you may even be able to get some Townsville 5G coverage!
NBN
NBN uses fibre optic cables that can provide super fast and reliable internet to your home.
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ADSL2 is the most widely available internet connection and gives you access to speeds up to 24Mbps.
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Cable broadband connections are delivered over a dedicated cable from the exchange to your home.
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Home Wireless broadband can run up to 20 times faster than an NBN 100Mbps connection.
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The NBN in Townsville is predominantly completed, though there are still some smaller regions that are still under construction. However, it’s expected that these areas will be fully upgraded by the time the NBN finishes its nationwide rollout by the end of 2020. If your home is already active, you can compare the best Townsville NBN plans here. Once a zone is made NBN ready, the copper lines in that area are discontinued. This means you will no longer be able to get ADSL2+ (or any other form of ADSL2) in that area. However if your estimated NBN upgrade is still a while off, then ADSL2+ might be your most viable option until such time; in which case you can compare the best Townsville ADSL2+ plans here.
The different types of NBN connections commonly found in Townsville are Fibre to the Curb (or FTTC), Fibre to the Building (or FTTB), Fibre to the Premises (or FTTP) Fibre to the Home (of FTTH), Fibre to the Node (of FTTN), Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial Cable (or HFC), and Fixed Wireless. Some NBN connection types can typically work better than others, but customers don’t get to choose which one they are given; different NBN connections are allocated to different areas (this is what is known as the NBN Lottery). However, if you find that your NBN service is lacking, you can generally improve it by opting for an NBN package that has sufficient data and a good NBN speed (just as there are different NBN connections, there are also different NBN speeds). If you are experiencing any difficulties with your service, the first thing you should do is call your internet service provider, and they can help determine whether the problem is due to infrastructure or something more easily fixed.
You can find out what kind of NBN connection has been designated to your home by entering your address into our free NBN rollout map below. If your area does not yet have the NBN, the map will tell you when you can expect it. It will also tell you what kind of NBN connection your area has been designated. Be sure to put in your full, accurate address, as until the NBN rollout is 100% complete, the difference between an area with active NBN and an area without may be as slight as one street.
Fibre to the premises / home
When the NBN project initially commenced, the government at the time intended to roll out fibre optic cabling all the way up to your home or business property. This type of connection is call Fibre to the premises/home
Fibre to the node
Mid-way through the NBN roll-out, a change in Government leadership saw some funding constraints which lead to a slightly different roll-out approach for the NBN. This approach involves an amalgamation of original copper systems and fibre optic systems. This is referred to as Fibre to the node (FTTN).
Fixed wireless connection
In some cases - particularly in remote locations - it would be impractical or too expensive to physically connect a property to the fibre-optic network. In such cases properties will be connected by a wireless network. This is referred to as a Fixed Wireless NBN connection.
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FAQs
What’s the best internet provider in Townsville?
There are many internet providers in Townsville but some of the most popular ones include Aussie Broadband, iiNet, TPG, SpinTel, and Telstra. However, the best internet service provider for one subscriber may prove to be unreliable for another. In this case, what you can do is to take the time to explore online sources for you to have a good idea of what previous clients and current subscribers have to say about the internet service providers through their reviews and feedback. From there, you will be able to make a more informed decision on which provider you should go for.
What is the best internet plan for home use?
For many people, an internet plan running on fixed-line technology proves to be the best one for home use. More often than not, the plan is also under the standard speed tier. With this plan, three active internet users can already connect simultaneously without having any trouble when it comes to lag. However, if more people in your household need to use the internet as well, then you may want to go for a plan in a higher speed tier. On the other hand, should a fixed-line technology be unavailable in your area, then you may want to choose from other connection technologies such as home wireless or mobile broadband.
Is it Mandatory to Switch to NBN?
It is not mandatory to switch to NBN. However, in the long run, you may find yourself in a position with no means to connect to the internet, particularly if you are currently leveraging the ADSL2+ connection technology. The reason behind this is that the old copper lines powering up the ADSL2+ will soon be phased out. Rest assured that if you have any doubts about switching to the NBN, you will be able to find other alternatives such as home wireless, satellite, or even mobile broadband. Just keep in mind that a fixed-line connection will still prove to be the most reliable one in most cases.
What are the best NBN plans in Townsville?
Some of the best NBN plans in Townsville include:
- Minimum Total Cost: Superloop nbn™ Home Fast
For only $69.95 a month, you will already get to enjoy a 96Mbps typical evening speed with Superloop’s nbn™ Home Fast plan. Along with this, you will also get to have unlimited data as well as a no-contract term. The best part is that you are alleviated from having to pay any signup fees as well. - 24 Month Cost: Tangerine Telecom Standard Speed UNLIMITED
With Tangerine’s Standard Speed UNLIMITED, you will only spend $1347.60 for 24 months. With this plan, you will get to enjoy a typical evening speed of 25Mbps as well as unlimited data.
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