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Old 28-07-2017, 10:12 AM   #183
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Default Re: NBN Fibre to the Node (FTTN) - What does it mean to us?

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I've had access to the internet at home since 1997 when connection was done via a 33.6k modem. The internet is fast enough as it is and this NBN money should be better spent on more important things.
Internet usage in 1997


Internet usage in 2017


There is a need to invest in building infrastructure that can handle not just the increased speed required (Model T vs FGX), but big enough pipes (dirt roads vs highways) to let the increased traffic flow.

However unfortunately GovCo and friends are way to focused on self interests and remaining in power and don't look at the long term benefits on building a Internet Autobahn that we want now but very much will need in the near future.

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