Company internet services
Company internet services
Hello, I'm searching for the most affordable business broadband service in New Zealand. We anticipate needing around 20 admin network switches and approximately 200 clients, potentially growing to 400 daily. We're only looking for a broadband connection, keeping the existing APs and network gear unchanged. Our current setup supports 1GbE. I'd like advice on key factors to evaluate when choosing a new provider for my business. What distinguishes commercial broadband from residential options? I'm focusing on static IP, one-to-one traffic handling, solid download speeds with comparable upload speeds, and near-perfect uptime. Any insights or experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
The main distinction lies in receiving a fixed IP address versus a changing one. If your connection fails, you’ll have a guaranteed service level agreement outlining the repair timeframe. I’m transitioning from residential to business because running my own services from home requires a stable IP, which dynamic addresses can’t provide.
This depends on your location. For instance, Comcast is your provider and offers residential, business class, and enterprise internet options. Residential plans are fast but may include data limits and can attract service termination if traffic is high. Business class provides residential service at a higher cost with reduced speed. Static IPs are available but likely add expense. These services typically lack service level agreements. Enterprise grade usually uses metro Ethernet via fiber, which is very costly. Static IPs are definitely an option (though cost uncertainty remains), and these connections would include a service agreement.