2010/01/14

Popular Myths And Facts About Broadband Internet Connection


There are many small and medium businesses who are struggling for an effective online presence and the main reason behind this is poor or low Internet connection. A lot of the problems can be solved with a good business broadband Internet plan which comes with much faster download speeds, far greater reliability and, most importantly, free 24 hour support when things go wrong.
Yet, there is a limited number of broadband Internet users. This is due to the some popular myths related to broadband Internet connection that create doubts in the minds of prospective consumers. Here are 7 such popular myths and the actual truth behind them:
Myth#1 Broadband Internet connection is not for remote areas.
Fact: This is very wrong as one can use broadband satellite Internet irrespective of their location. Even areas where terrestrial services such as DSL and dial up are not available one can enjoy fast internet with broadband services.
Myth#2 Broadband Internet needs a modem connection.
Fact: Again this is also not true as for using broadband services there is no need of a modem to download or upstream transmission.
Myth#3 Broadband Internet performance is not effected by the quality of your computer.
Fact: For enjoying high speed internet with a broadband connection you need to have a good computer. The speed of broadband services depend significantly on the speed and configuration of your computer. With an underpowered computer user will not be able to view a web page containing Flash or other elements. Plus a broadband connection will only transmit data at a faster rate, but it is your computer through which you will view a web page.
Myth#4: Broadband Internet access is easily affected by bad weather conditions
Fact: This is not at all true. With broadband connection one gets to enjoy uninterrupted Internet access irrespective of the weather conditions. Only under extreme torrential downpour conditions there might be some disturbance in accessing web pages but that too for a short while.
Myth#5: Broadband Internet is difficult to use.
Fact: It is very easy to use a broadband Internet connection. During the time of installation, the installer shows the user how to use it, and then there is always customer care facility which is quite helpful in case of any problem.
Myth#6: Broadband connection needs regular and expensive servicing
Fact: Broadband services does not require regular and expensive servicing. Due to the tough competition going on between leading broadband Internet providers, there are better plans, rates and services to attract and retain customers.
Myth#7: Broadband service is expensive
Fact: There is a fixed monthly charge that one has to pay to the service provider for using the business broadband services. This monthly charge is quite affordable when one looks at the benefits of broadband service. There is no need to pay anything extra.
Well, these myths have unfortunately created doubts in the minds of prospective users of broadband Internet. But now as the facts are clear you can definitely go for a business broadband plan without any second thoughts and take your business to the next level.

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