The NBN Explained In 90 Seconds

The NBN Explained In 90 Seconds


Since its initial inception back in 2007, the National Broadband Network (NBN) has been described as slow, expensive, unreliable, poorly implemented, unfair, needlessly restrictive and obsolete – and those are just the criticisms we can print. But how does it actually work?

If the endless stream of NBN jargon has left you feeling confused and befuddled, this
90-second video explainer can help.

The video above comes from telco provider Amaysim. It’s essentially a beginner-friendly NBN explainer that attempts to break down everything customers need to know in 90 seconds. Blessedly, the branding is kept to a minimum so you don’t need to sit through any ads to get the relevant info.

On the downside, the focus is on the different speed tiers and customer obligations (i.e. – switching to the NBN is compulsory if you want to keep using phone and internet.) Meanwhile, the various services that make up NBN Co’s Multi Technology Mix barely get a mention. But never fear – we’ve outlined everything you need to know right here.

[referenced url=”https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2017/11/nbn-technologies-whats-what-on-the-worlds-most-confusing-network/” thumb=”https://www.lifehacker.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2013/10/NBNCoHat-410×231.jpg” title=”NBN Hacker: The World’s Most Confusing Network Explained” excerpt=”We thought we were going to enjoy 100Mbps of speedy internet access. Then the politicians got involved and we ended up with something of a dog’s breakfast – or dog’s vomit according to some. So, what are the connectivity options that the NBN will deliver and how do they differ? Let’s take a look.”]

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[YouTube / Amaysim]


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