When comparing T1s to Ethernet, what are the advantages of using Ethernet? Well, there are many, but in this posting, I will highlight two:

• Ethernet services are very cost effective. While it is true that T1 costs have been declining in the last couple of years, the cost of Ethernet can be much lower. T1 circuits can be had in most major cities for as low as approximately $300 per month. That is about $200 per Mbps. If you require 4.5Mbps of service, you will need 3 T1s costing around $900 per month total. That is still about $200 per Mbps.

  On the other hand, Ethernet based services can cost in the area of $1,000/month for a full 10Mbps of bandwidth, slightly higher than what 3 T1s can cost. The cost per Mbps for Ethernet drops dramatically with higher bandwidths. It is common to find 100Mbps service costing around $50 per Mbps and lower with specials as low as $20/Mbps.

  It should be noted that pricing for T1s and Ethernet is very much dependent on the location that the service is delivered to and the provider. Providers oftentimes offer promotional discounts that can dramatically lower prices below those cited above.

• Ethernet is scalable. With Ethernet, it is easy to grow the bandwidth as the business or the demand grows. Some providers offer bandwidths starting at 1Mbps. Most providers start at 10Mbps with the ability to scale faster in 10Mbps increments.

T1 service is available almost anywhere. Ethernet, however, is typically available only in portions of Metro areas today. As providers build out their networks, Ethernet will be available at more and more locations.

T1 and Ethernet pricing are available at QuoteMyT1.com. T1 quotes are available instantly. However, due to increased complexity, Ethernet quotes take longer. When using the online form at QuoteMyT1.com, you should receive a written Ethernet quote within 1 to 2 business days. You will also have a free no obligation consultation with one of the friendly, knowledgeable telecom consultants there.

In future postings, additional advantages and benefits of Ethernet will be discussed.

Private, secure VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) can be created using MPLS on T1s or Ethernet lines to ensure patient privacy. These VPNs can include locations within one city or they can include locations in multiple cities in several states. These networks not only simplify moving data inexpensively, but they can also provide very inexpensive telephone service between the same locations. The networks can simultaneously carry data files, digital voice and digital video.

MPLS is not a protocol. It is not a type of data line. Rather, it is an enhancement of a data line such as T1, DS3 or Metro Ethernet. The enhancement allows multiple types of data such as email and browsing activities to share the same line as digital telephone and digital voice. All services operate simultaneously providing natural, full motion video, high quality video conferencing, and smooth high quality telephone service. The circuit provider can provide Quality of Service (QOS) to ensure high quality video and audio and they can also setup very secure VPN to ensure an extremely high degree of security. The VPNs can also assist in managing a large network

Now, the medical field can take advantage of the same hi-tech networks used by other industries to provide better health care to patients. To get more information or to get a free no obligation quote, go to QuoteMyT1. The friendly knowledgeable consultants available through QuoteMyT1 can answer all your questions about their product offerings.

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MPLS is not a protocol, but is an enhancement of T1 or Ethernet lines. The search tool available at BestMPLSRates can be used to find great rates for MPLS equipped T1 or Metro Ethernet lines throughout the country.

If your company has offices located in several cities throughout the US, MPLS equipped lines are ideal to connect offices using a secure network. A Virtual Private Network (VPN) can be created for a customer by service providers throughout their network by using IP tunnels. The provider handles the security. The user doesn’t have to deal with security applications or encryption. The user has a very secure network that can be used to move data and share files.

One additional benefit of MPLS networks is that the Ethernet or T1 lines can be used to carry multiple types of data including digital voice and video as well as email and web browsing traffic. Quality of Service (QOS) is used to keep voice and video flowing smoothly and life-like.

There will be more to come in future postings about MPLS. In the meantime, if you are ready to get your MPLS pricing, visit the BestMPLSRates site today.