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Understanding NBN Technology Types

Each NBN technology type has unique characteristics.
Understanding these helps you choose the best solution for your needs.

Best Performance
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FTTP

Fibre to the Premises

Fastest connection type. Fibre optic cable directly to your premises.

✓ Pros
  • Fastest speeds available
  • Most reliable connection
  • Future-proof technology
✗ Cons
  • Limited availability
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FTTB

Fibre to the Building

Fibre optic cable to your building, then existing copper wiring to your office.

✓ Pros
  • Fast speeds
  • Good for multi-tenant buildings
  • Reliable performance
✗ Cons
  • Speed depends on building wiring
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FTTN

Fibre to the Node

Fibre to a nearby street cabinet (node), then copper cable to your location.

✓ Pros
  • Wide availability
  • Cost-effective
✗ Cons
  • Speed varies by distance
  • Slower than FTTP
  • Weather sensitive
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HFC

Hybrid Fibre Coaxial

Uses existing pay TV cable network infrastructure for internet connectivity.

✓ Pros
  • Fast download speeds
  • Widely available in metro areas
  • Good for high bandwidth needs
✗ Cons
  • Slower upload speeds
  • Shared bandwidth in area
  • Can slow during peak times
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Fixed Wireless

Wireless connection from a transmission tower to your location.

✓ Pros
  • Available in regional areas
  • No physical cable needed from the street
  • More reliable than 4G/5G
✗ Cons
  • Limited speed tiers
  • Weather can affect signal
  • Requires line of sight
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Satellite

Satellite connection for remote areas without fixed line or wireless access.

✓ Pros
  • Available anywhere
  • No physical infrastructure
  • Remote area solution
✗ Cons
  • Higher latency
  • Limited speeds
  • Weather dependent
  • Data limits apply