While it may take its name from the Facebook rebrand name “Meta,” the Metaverse is anything but a singular entity. It encompasses virtually every aspect of Internet technology, particularly bandwidth-heavy AR and VR applications. Perhaps Wired.com had a good idea when they suggested replacing the phrase “the metaverse” in a sentence with “cyberspace.”
Topics: Bandwidth, Network, Internet Connection, Technology, IT Planning, Trends
Social media has been a popular phenomenon since its inception, but the proliferation of video-based platforms has made TikTok and Instagram major players. Using social media at work is not a new issue, but it could take on new significance with increases in bandwidth usage by workers on video-based platforms.
Topics: Bandwidth, Productivity, Mobile, Internet Connection, 5g internet, Remote, Working From Home, Workspace, Hybrid Office, Data Usage, Time Management
More bandwidth! More bandwidth! The cry goes out incessantly from every industry and type of business, and Internet Service Providers struggle to keep up with growing needs. The Internet of Things (IoT) and new Internet of Senses each bring a growing need for increased bandwidth. So how do you know just how much Internet bandwidth you need for your particular industry and business?
Topics: Bandwidth, Business Internet, Dedicated Internet
Modern businesses absolutely need to have a good understanding of their bandwidth requirements. How much data do you share daily? How fast do you need to share it? While Bandwidth is often measured in speed, this can be misleading. When determining the best bandwidth speed for your business, think of your bandwidth requirements in terms of capacity.
Topics: Bandwidth, Business Internet, Dedicated Internet
Pre COVID many predicted an increase in Internet usage and number of users. But when a worldwide pandemic came and forced everyone to adjust seemingly overnight, the Internet was heavily leaned on for nearly everything.
Online shopping and grocery ordering went from a luxury, to almost a necessity for many. Students on spring break returned to school not at their desks but from their bedsides. Businesses that could, allowed their employees to safely work from home, many accessing workplace data via virtual private network (VPN).
Topics: Bandwidth, Virtual Private Networks, network performance, Internet Connection, Working From Home, Workspace, Hybrid Office
Ah, that magic word — bandwidth! In our mega-connected world, businesses and users need it, crave it, shop for the best offerings of it, even while most misunderstand it. More is the catchword. We need more bandwidth to grow our operations! We need more bandwidth to improve the consumer experience! We need more bandwidth to process transactions faster than our competitors! Do you — really?
Topics: Bandwidth, Business Internet, Internet Service Provider (ISP), Dedicated Internet
Many people throughout the global workforce are adjusting to working from home, especially since it seems to be the new normal for the foreseeable future. As we all adapt and utilize tools, manage usage with others, and do our best to maintain security, many have encountered some issues.
These can include:
What are some best practices to ensure your remote workforce stays connected to the Internet and your business network? As the new normal continues to become our reality, here are some practical steps you can take to enhance your work-from-home arrangement.
Topics: Bandwidth, Productivity, High Speed Internet, Internet Access, Remote
As we are already witnessing, a major national crisis can place new and even unforeseen demands on a range of industries. The COVID-19 pandemic is certainly pushing governments and businesses to think outside the box. While many businesses are closed to prevent social interaction that can spread the virus, some businesses MUST still operate on location.
They don’t have the ability to work remotely. In many cases, these include logistics, healthcare, first responders, utilities, construction, oil and gas, and many more. Moreover, hospitals across the nation are also opening mobile testing centers in large commercial venues to speed testing. These remote locations present the need for a reliable and secure Internet connection and IT solution.
As part of an overall continuity plan, here are key IT considerations in a health crisis.
Topics: Bandwidth, Digital Transformation, Fixed Wireless, Business Internet, Fast Installation, Scale
The speed of digital transformation among businesses demands that WAN architectures change to meet growing challenges. Needs like increasing cloud usage and growing bandwidth requirements mean that your company is likely seeking ways to simplify your WAN to meet these increasing demands.
Topics: Bandwidth, WAN (Wide Area Network), Data, High Speed Internet, Business Internet, WAN Optimization
Have you really considered if your business needs business Internet service? And do you really know the differences between residential grade and business Internet? Knowing the difference could save you money on a service you don’t need.
Every ISP offers a business-grade Internet connection service that purportedly offers more advanced or enhanced services over a residential connection. And, of course, these business-level services cost more money. Before you jump in and subscribe to the local ISPs business Internet plan, take the time to evaluate your needs.
Topics: Bandwidth, Point-to-Point Microwave, Internet Access, Business Internet, Internet Service Provider (ISP), Internet Connection, Internet Services, Dedicated Internet, Point-to-Point Fixed Wireless
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