Long Distance For Business

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Businesses need long distance service that suits their specific needs.  When choosing long distance for your business opt for solutions that are both cost effective and reliable. 

DSL

DSL or digital subscriber line, is a line that connects at speeds up to 3Mbps.  The exact speed, however, is actually determined by the distance you are from the provider’s equipment or DSLAM.  Typically, DSL speed is somewhat slower than T1 speed.  A DSL is sometimes less reliable than a T1 circuit primarily because a DSL transmits over standard copper trunks.  DSL is less expensive than T1 service.

T1

T1 lines are the new standard in business communications. While many small to medium sized businesses previously chose DSL lines T1’s have come down in price making them much more affordable.  Even small businesses may be able to save money by using a T1.  A T1 uses fiber optic technology to provide 24 circuits.  These circuits are flexible allowing for use by any phone in your office. Taking advantage of this flexibility allows up to 100 users to share one T1 circuit. 

A T1 is also inherently more stable and reliable than a DSL.  The T1 is monitored at the central office and can often be repaired remotely if it does have a problem.  While installation costs must be factored in a typical business often starts to realize savings in just months.  The T1 transmits at a speed of 1.544 Mbps, which is faster than most standard modems. 

Optical Carrier

Optical carrier lines are large groups of T1s, which may be used for large business long distance applications.  An OC3 is the equivalent of 100 T1s and has a speed of 155Mbps.  OC lines are also available in larger amounts as well such as OC12, OC48 and OC192.  The number associated with the OC is proportional to the data rate of the bitstream carried by the digital signal. 

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