Bob Howells wrote:
On 20/12/03 5:55 PM, "Vladimir James" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Some may not be aware that other conditions besides ISPs may affect
download efficiency. For example, ancient Telstra cabling
Ancient, as in old, has nothing to do with it.
Indeed. However, older cable seems more likely to be faulty.
On the other hand, if PRIVATE ENTERPRISE would and could design a robust
zero loss type of cable for distribution purposes into residential
buildings, Then we may get faster data transfer rates.
http://www.brightonline.com.au/
Alas, they're not operating over much of Perth yet, but the fibre
conduit is being installed in the underground power efforts going on
currently.
I gather fibre is a right pain to work with, but clearly they think it's
practical.
Craig Ringer
