National Broadband Network

National Broadband Network

What is the NBN?

• The National Broadband Network is a next-generation broadband network designed for Australia’s future needs.

• The network comprises three technologies - optic fibre, fixed wireless and next-generation satellite

• Fibre optic covering 93% • Fixed wireless, 4%• Satellite, 3%

Fixed Wireless

• Uses cellular technology, 4G technology• Transmit signals to and from a small antenna

fixed on the outside of home or business• Each wireless facility serves a set no. of

premises• Speed & quality of service depends on, in-

premise connection & equipment and plans offered by ISP’s.

Fixed Wireless

Fixed Wireless • Fixed wireless access speed of up to 12Mbps• Equipment: Outdoor antenna, fixed network

termination device.

Satellite broadband

• Satellite broadband is generally used where terrestrial broadband—optic fibre, copper wire DSL, wireless broadband access—is not available