Broadband and Internet accessv - the options in technology

[icernet-admin at listserv.cddc.vt.edu]

It is well known that the country has enough optic-fibre connectivity and
prices are steadily coming down. The issue that is still unresolved is `last
mile' connectivity, which basically means reaching the home or office of the
consumer from a distribution point. In other words, how you and I will get
broadband on our home PC, laptop, mobile phone or television is something
that needs a bit of exploring. TRAI has identified five different access
paths to cover the last mile. These are: Local Loop Digital Subscriber Line
(DSL), Cable, Satellite, Terrestrial Wireless and Fibre to Home. It may be
pertinent to examine the different options here.

Source:
http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/ew/2004/05/17/stories/2004051700060100.h
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