The second wave of the Internet revolution
is well underway with the deployment of broadband Internet
services to homes and businesses. High-speed Internet
connectivity is becoming widely available and the cost of
broadband Internet connectivity is quickly falling.
New technologies and application systems
that leverage “always on”, high-speed Internet connections will
radically alter the economic, political and social landscapes.
This guide will introduce you to the
high-speed Internet and the emerging broadband technologies. It
will introduce you to basic concepts and answer specific
questions about various types of broadband services that are now
available.
The pros and cons of
ADSL,
DSL,
cable,
satellite
and wireless
technologies will be discussed.
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