Reliable, quality high-speed Internet service for business has been traditionally provided using T1 (DS1) over copper wires. T1 is a proven workhorse for this type of service. More and more providers are now offering Ethernet based high-speed Internet service. Where available, a wise business owner or IT person should really consider the Ethernet option.
Ethernet delivery of high-speed Internet has all of the advantages that T1 offers. There are performance and uptime guarantees. Like T1, Ethernet has dedicated bandwidth. In addition, there are cost advantages and you can get higher speed service. A T1 provides a data rate of 1.544 Mbit/s. Ethernet typically is available in 10 Mbit/s increments up to 1000 Mbit/s. Some providers offer rates starting lower than 10 Mbit/s. The point is that there is a lot of flexibility to match any business requirement.
The real advantage is cost. These days a T1 providing Direct Internet Access (DIA) can be had for as little as $300 per month in most major metro areas. This is equivalent to about $194 per Mbit/s. A 10 Mbit/s Ethernet line may cost around $950 per month or $95 per Mbit/s. To get about the same bandwidth as the Ethernet line, the business would require over 6 T1s working together at a cost of $1,800 per month—about twice what the Ethernet service would cost. For businesses requiring high bandwidths, Ethernet should be considered.
T1s are available just about anywhere. At this time, Ethernet is not as readily available. To find out if the Ethernet option is available at your location, visit QuoteMyEthernet.com. Instant T1 quotes are available at QuoteMyT1.com.
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