cable or adsl?

[Nozila]

hey guys,

i would like opinion/experiences from those who are either has cable/adsl. Im thinking of either going cable - uncapped/256 with bigpond or adsl - 1.5mb/256 with tpg. What do you guys think?

[benm]

You've got to have rocks in your head if you are thinking of getting Cable these days (Optus or Telstra ... hello !!!)

Take a look at http://adsl.internode.on.net without a doubt the best ISP in Australia and being that you are from SA you will no doubt have access to 24MBit (2.4x quicker than Cable) for around $100 within the next 2-3mths.

[Deluxe]

What he said :headspin:

[Nozila]

Im not really with the times in regards to isp's and the like. 24mb? dammn, it would be worth waiting 2 - 3 mnths for it. benm, are with internode, if so what is there service like?

[benm]

Well... I worked for a Sydney-based ISP for 4yrs (so in general know the ins and outs) and instead chose to signup with Internode (after doing about 2mths of research) and have been with them for about 2-3yrs now.

Internode is about 3 light years ahead of the rest when it comes to network performance, reliability, support, expertise. They were also the first to implement ADSL2 and ADSL2+ and are 1 of very few (handful) ISP's (especially privately owned) that have their own international network links. They have plans for VOIP, Video-on-Demand, 1 of the biggest gaming servers, free unmetered downloads and radio stations etc etc. Simply put, they care about you like no other company can/does.

Checkout the /Internode forum area on http://forums.whirlpool.net.au I simply wouldn't be with anyone else.

[Nozila]

cheers for the heads up.

[benm]

/msg edited.

[Nozila]

just had a checkup on the network coverage, adsl2 isnt avaliable yet. bumma.

[benm]

Well it won't be far away (seeing as they are based in SA and have a very strong network down there):

http://www.agile.com.au/data/connectivity.htm

[Ronin]

I have 24Mb dsl connection with internode at work (2000kb sec from node mirrors) and i should have it in about a month or so at home (glenunga exchange). Internode are easily the best isp around, ive had zero problems with them. Their helpdesk isnt in india either which helps too.

[4door_Sleeper]

I am with Bigponds cable network, and I am yet to see anyone else get the same speed as I do (in their homes). I am very happy with the service and reliability of BP Cable (but I do realise they weren't always that good in the past)

Ben, I admit I dont know much about internodes 24MBit, but until they deliver it into my street I wouldnt pick them as an ISP because in my experience "the next 2-3mths" often ends up beeing 12-24mths. That said I will look at it when its offered.

ATM its cable for me.

[cell]

hmmmmmmmm everyone is caught up on dsl......

I am an account manager for 3 and one of our products is a datacard that sits in my laptop.

This connects in to our network at speeds of up to 384 kbps wirelessly in most metro areas around australia. We are in the process of upgrading to 2MB per second download by the end of the year and another upgrade to 10 MB per second by the end of next year all through our mobile network.

Or data rates are capped and you dont have to go home to use the connection... I have been driving with a mate of mine while writing this message connected to the net.

Kinda makes DSL boring, Sure if you want to sit on the net downloading crap all day mabye adsl is the go, but if anyone needs more info PM me.

[benm]

I wouldnt pick them as an ISP because in my experience "the next 2-3mths" often ends up beeing 12-24mths.

http://www.agile.com.au/data/service-area.htm#upcoming

[P1E]

Internode for sure. Simon Hackett, the CEO, is a top bloke.

If your exchange isn't enabled for ADSL 2+, sign up for a slower plan and then transfer. I'm currently on 512 / 128 with 15 GB download (shaped) for $49.95 per month.

Cell: How does the pricing structure compare to ADSL?

[m-p]

I live in Sydney and currently using TPG's 1.5mbps.. I'm happy with the good speed, price, and have no problem until now.. I've seen Internode and they offer good plans as well, altough TPG's prices are much better.. I choose adsl, but I think cable connection is not bad at all.. it depends on your needs..

[Busky2k]

I'm using iiNets 1500/256 plan atm. No complaints yet. I live right next door to their Prospect exchange which gives 8000/1000 speeds. Argh if only I lived a lil closer!!

[Nozila]

my needs are pretty straight forward, more of a lesuire than a business need. A connection that is relatively fast, able to watch steam media/online gaming with fast download and upload. At the moment, im looking in the direction of internode who meets my requirements with a resonably priced plan at 1.5mb.

[Nightcrawler]

hey benm, are there sub-exchanges under the site/exchange list at http://www.agile.com.au/data/service-area.htm#upcoming - I am under the Hampstead Exchange and have only just got ADSL, as we were running off a rim in the new Northgate development. Our exchange isn't on that list, but do we come under another site/exchange like Prospect? Do you know if areas that have recently got their DSLAM/MimiMux (like mine) will be easier for them to set up ADSL2+, or is it a disadvantage?

[benm]

If your exchange (or sub-exchange) isn't on that list then you won't be able to get ADSL2+

Definitely "register your interest" though.

[m-p]

In my opinion, if looking from the price side, Internode is still more expensive altough TPG offers 10GB less (50GB) for their top home plan.. Internode's HOME-1500-Elite, $129.95/month, 1500k/256k, 60GB, shaped (reduced to 64kbps after 60GB), $129 setup fee, no contract commitment ($65 early termination fee applies if service is cancelled within 6 months).., while TPG offers 1.5Mb Unlimited/50GB, $79.95/month, Unlimited (reduced to 64kbps after 50GB), free 4 port router, $129 setup fee, 12 months contract.. So if your plan is to use the internet for 12 months continuosly, I think the differences of $50/month and free 4 port router (worth around $100) are quite significant..