T-1 Lines - An Introduction
The Internet has changed the face of business as we know it. Turning what used to be considered a novelty into a high-powered, viable business tool. Solutions such as T1 lines and business-grade DSL (digital subscriber line) provide always-on broadband connections, giving your employees the ability to consistently communicate and exchange data with co-workers, customers and vendors at speeds much faster than standard dial-up.
In addition to providing seamless access to the Internet and faster downloads of large files, a high-speed connection lets you access a wide range of applications—web hosting, streaming video, voice over IP (VoIP), video conferencing and virtual private networking (VPN).
A T1 connection is the most popular method for Internet access among small to medium-size businesses. It is fast and reliable—most providers can guarantee 99.99% uptime—and features increased security. Like DSL, T1 connections are "always on," meaning that as long as your computer is turned on, you will be connected to the Internet.
T1 is symmetrical connection, allowing for downloads and uploads of up to 1.5 Mbps, which is about 30 times as fast as dial-up. The quality of a T1 line is much better than analog phone lines, which translates into a clearer signal and faster connections to websites and quicker downloads.
Since T1 lines are dedicated, you will always have access to the full amount of bandwidth you are entitled to. However the actual performance you experience at an individual level will drop depending on how many users are online at that time. A single T1 connection can support dozens to hundreds of users, but the speed and efficiency will drop as more people use it simultaneously.
T-1 Internet access is a fast, reliable dedicated online service for businesses, schools, housing projects or apartment buildings.
