Aussie Broadband articles and insights

In a world where a brand-new streaming service seems to pop up every week, it only makes sense to share the love with f...

4 July 2024 | 3 min read

You’ve been in the role for a few months now, how’s it been?   You’ve been in the role for a few months now, how’s it b...

2 July 2024 | 8 min read

We get it – it’s hard to keep up with every new bit of tech that is released. But a new concept you may have heard of i...

5 June 2024 | 7 min read

The end of financial year (EOFY) is an important time for businesses. Not only is there tax returns, bookkeeping and pl...

15 May 2024 | 5 min read

Yes, it’s happened again. Another movie binge halted by the wheel of buffering, or a meeting where all your colleagues ...

18 April 2024 | 10 min read

If you've been shopping around for mobile plans, you might have heard about MVNOs. Even if you haven't, you'll have not...

27 February 2024 | 15 min read

Aussie Broadband is one of an exclusive group of tier 1 voice providers. Our tier 1 voice status follows Over the Wire...

20 February 2024 | 7 min read

Over the last few years, gigabit internet plans have become increasingly available - and cheaper. With the growing need...

7 February 2024 | 12 min read

Are clients, partners and prospects constantly calling your mobile? Or the one office phone on your reception desk?  Ar...

6 February 2024 | 5 min read

Power outages are a feature of summer (and increasingly other seasons) in Australia. And they always seem to come at th...

2 February 2024 | 11 min read

It’s been 5 years since we saw the first 5G tower built in Australia and yet we, as both consumers and mobile industry ...

1 February 2024 | 8 min read

There are more choices in nbn® plans than ever before but picking one that suits you can be daunting. There are more ch...

29 January 2024 | 12 min read

On 22 November 2023, the Australian Government released its 2023-2030 Cyber Security Strategy .    On 22 November 2023...

9 January 2024 | 15 min read

As we head into the new year and business slowly picks up from its holiday lull, now's a great time to start planning f...

8 January 2024 | 9 min read

Landline phones are still as important as ever for businesses. Landline phones are still as important as ever for busin...

8 January 2024 | 9 min read

This time of year is all about giving, but it doesn’t have to stop at our immediate family and friends. This belief is ...

22 December 2023 | 3 min read

A question we often get from business owners, especially those on the smaller end of the scale, is whether they should...

14 December 2023 | 8 min read

When someone asks you for your home phone number, you'd probably give them your mobile number (unless you don't want th...

14 December 2023 | 7 min read

That's a wrap for the 2023 edition of Cisco Live in Melbourne.   That's a wrap for the 2023 edition of Cisco Live in M...

14 December 2023 | 3 min read

In the heart of every thriving economy lies small and medium businesses: The corner shops we rely on for our essentials...

4 December 2023 | 4 min read

At Aussie Broadband, we constantly work to deliver better connectivity for Australian businesses. It goes back to our h...

1 December 2023 | 10 min read

If you depend on connectivity to do business, you’ll benefit from an enhanced Service Level Agreement (eSLA). If you de...

30 November 2023 | 5 min read

Whether you’re getting some early Christmas shopping in, finally pulling the trigger on that big purchase you’ve been e...

21 November 2023 | 5 min read

The SAU was established in 2013, when 91% of Australian premises could connect through asymmetric digital subscriber li...

20 October 2023 | 4 min read

There are so many options for TV and streaming today that it can be hard to keep track of everything you want to watch....

18 October 2023 | 7 min read

The circus that is PAX has left town, and the convention’s 10-year anniversary celebration of gaming and gamers was unr...

18 October 2023 | 3 min read

Your business is almost as dependent on connectivity as electricity. Your business is almost as dependent on connectiv...

11 October 2023 | 11 min read

In February 2023, during a Cyber Security Roundtable , Prime Minister The Hon. Anthony Albanese said , "For businesses...

4 October 2023 | 5 min read

If you rely on the internet to connect your business, downtime comes at a cost. If you rely on the internet to connect ...

3 October 2023 | 6 min read

If you're looking for nbn® Enterprise Ethernet , you've likely come across high and low CoS or Class of Service. In t...

3 October 2023 | 5 min read

These days, a business is only as good as its network. These days, a business is only as good as its network. No, we're...

28 September 2023 | 14 min read

Opticomm is one of Australia’s largest alternatives to the National Broadband Network (nbn®). They build, operate, and ...

26 September 2023 | 5 min read

Switching internet providers can seem like a tricky process full of potholes and banana skins. The truth? You could be ...

11 September 2023 | 8 min read

Data is the new currency of business and it's becoming more important as we head to the digital-first future. Data is t...

7 September 2023 | 8 min read

Have you ever looked at internet speed plans or the product packaging for a modem or router and just gotten lost in a s...

30 August 2023 | 6 min read

Picture this: you’ve had a long day and all you want to do is kick back, relax, and watch Kath & Kim for the 15 It suck...

18 August 2023 | 3 min read

Chances are, there's a 13 number stuck in your head. Maybe from a catchy ad jingle, or just because it's easy to rememb...

4 August 2023 | 13 min read

Whether renting or buying, we get that moving into a new home is stressful. Worse still is collapsing on the new sofa y...

3 August 2023 | 10 min read

The business world now lives online. Cloud migration, the rise of remote work and online applications such as CRM softw...

2 August 2023 | 18 min read

Embracing the cloud is not just a strategic choice. It's a necessity.  Embracing the cloud is not just a strategic choi...

31 July 2023 | 8 min read

At Aussie Broadband, we offer a range of speed tiers on our nbn® plans. Each tier has a maximum upload and download spe...

26 July 2023 | 10 min read

We are absolutely thrilled to share our new parental leave policy, which will be game-changing not just for parents, bu...

25 July 2023 | 4 min read

Slow upload speeds got you twiddling your thumbs?  Slow upload speeds got you twiddling your thumbs?  If you've ever pa...

21 July 2023 | 16 min read

These days, every business — large and small — needs a website. And creating a business website has become easier, more...

14 July 2023 | 16 min read

While no longer the newest kid on the block, 5G has been a crowd-favourite, providing on-the-go speeds that were previo...

10 July 2023 | 6 min read

Looking to switch mobile carriers and want to keep your number? Looking to switch mobile carriers and want to keep your...

5 July 2023 | 6 min read

If you are one of many Australians who are stuck with a slow or unreliable internet connection, you might be considerin...

30 June 2023 | 9 min read

Recently, I've been dealing with a small but highly reputable professional services firm. And the experience has made m...

30 June 2023 | 28 min read

Is Australia in a recession?  Is Australia in a recession?  Experts say the cost-of-living crisis, interest rate rises,...

30 June 2023 | 13 min read

To keep up with rising business costs, you've likely looked at ways to save on essential utilities - including your tel...

23 June 2023 | 13 min read

Not all nbn® (NBN) connection types are equal, and you can’t always control what you have at home. Knowing the options ...

16 June 2023 | 5 min read

Comparing 5G mobile broadband to NBN Comparing 5G mobile broadband to NBN Are you searching for a fast and reliable...

7 June 2023 | 18 min read

Never has this growth been more apparent than in the past year, with the acquisition of Over the Wire in 2022. We expan...

5 June 2023 | 3 min read

End-of-financial year (EOFY) sales are big business. End-of-financial year (EOFY) sales are big business. The Australia...

1 June 2023 | 9 min read

Depending on who you ask, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is making our lives easier, creating opportunities, taking our j...

25 May 2023 | 36 min read

Passwords can be a pain to ponder. While it’s easy to pick a pet or child to base a password off of (we all know the fa...

23 May 2023 | 7 min read

When it comes to choosing a mobile phone plan, there are countless options out there. Providers offer an array of deals...

22 May 2023 | 8 min read

Technology has allowed businesses to run in ways that seemed unimaginable only a short time ago. Technology has allowed...

18 May 2023 | 16 min read

Aussie Broadband and its Managing Director, Phillip Britt, are proud to announce a combined donation of $50,000 to the ...

17 May 2023 | 6 min read

The internet has become a universal part of our daily lives. Even so, not many could tell you how internet infrastructu...

15 May 2023 | 12 min read

Got questions about the NBN? From where to find information about how it works to what you can do with your NBN box (an...

12 May 2023 | 17 min read

One of the most common issues that customers come to us with is that they are experiencing slow internet. The truth is ...

26 April 2023 | 9 min read

In 2030, the business landscape will be a very different place. In 2030, the business landscape will be a very differen...

21 April 2023 | 25 min read

Your nbn® provider should give your business more than just an internet connection. Your nbn® provider should give your...

14 April 2023 | 10 min read

There have been big shifts in the Australian telco industry in the past week. Multiple telcos introduced new 5G mobile ...

4 April 2023 | 7 min read

Can you believe the Easter break is coming up? Doesn’t it feel like the year just started? Can you believe the Easter b...

30 March 2023 | 10 min read

If you want to leverage your expertise and start an online professional services business, there’s never been a better ...

23 March 2023 | 17 min read

Your internet connection can make or break your business in today’s digital-first world. Your internet connection can m...

16 March 2023 | 23 min read

What’s the difference between POP and IMAP accounts? Your ultimate guide to email protocols What’s the difference betwe...

12 March 2023 | 4 min read

43% of Australians will never return to a business after a cyber attack.  43% of Australians will never return to a bus...

8 March 2023 | 13 min read

We all rely on our tech, all day every day. We also understand that sometimes things go wrong. It’s important that, in ...

8 March 2023 | 8 min read

If you haven’t signed up to a streaming service by now, you may be missing out on some great movie nights and binge se...

6 March 2023 | 12 min read

Our business internet plans all come with a free static IP address. Here's why: Our business internet plans all come wi...

2 March 2023 | 2 min read

undefined Looking for a phone system for your small business? The new standard of phone connectivity is through the int...

23 February 2023 | 15 min read

If your home is connected to the internet, then you’ve most likely got both a modem and a router – or even the 2-in-1 m...

17 February 2023 | 7 min read

undefined These days, mobile connectivity is essential to doing business. These days, mobile connectivity is essential ...

17 February 2023 | 7 min read

You may have seen the terms ‘NBN ready’ and ‘NBN compatible’ used to market some modems and routers. If you’ve been won...

13 February 2023 | 12 min read

undefined Business agility isn’t just the latest buzzword. It’s a long-standing principle that lays the foundation for ...

30 January 2023 | 9 min read

In today's connected world, smartphones are essential to doing business. In today's connected world, smartphones are es...

20 January 2023 | 10 min read

2022 has revealed to Australians some ugly flaws of the internet, with multiple data privacy events affecting over 9 mi...

10 January 2023 | 10 min read

Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) broadband is a classification for a type of broadband connection in Australia that uses a...

1 November 2022 | 1 min read

Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (HFC) broadband is a classification for a type of broadband connection in Australia that uses pre...

1 November 2022 | 1 min read

Fibre to the Curb (FTTC) is a classification for a type of broadband connection in Australia that uses pre-existing te...

1 November 2022 | 1 min read

Phone scams are nothing new, they’ve been around for decades. Unfortunately, they’re getting more sophisticated at mani...

17 August 2022 | 4 min read

As we come close to completing our Aussie Fibre network build, we’ve had lots of questions about how it affects our cus...

13 July 2022 | 5 min read

Australian businesses and consumers are using internet-enabled devices more and more as smart devices and the Internet...

4 July 2022 | 14 min read

Schools are embracing technology in a big way. Today, students complete most of their work – whether in the classroom o...

27 June 2022 | 11 min read

Regardless of what industry your business sits within, IoT – or the Internet of Things – has the potential to transform...

20 June 2022 | 10 min read

The nbn® network has enabled Australian businesses to benefit from faster speeds and greater flexibility. With the nbn®...

3 June 2022 | 19 min read

Fishing is a fun and relaxing Sunday afternoon activity, but we’re not here to talk about fishing for carp, we’re here ...

24 May 2022 | 7 min read

If you have ever worked on a complex project, you probably already know about the tremendous value that quality project...

23 May 2022 | 12 min read

If you’re not heavily into networks and telecommunication systems, then you probably haven’t heard of the seven OSI lay...

16 May 2022 | 10 min read

Fibre optic cables are currently the fastest technology we have for delivering an internet connection. As nbn™ Fibre to...

9 May 2022 | 18 min read

nbn® Traffic Class 4 (TC-4) is the standard delivery method for general internet and data services across the nbn® broa...

2 May 2022 | 1 min read

Carrier-grade NAT (CGNAT, also known as large-scale NAT), is a method of sharing a single unique public IP address with...

28 April 2022 | 6 min read

The nbn® has become the standard way that Australians access internet services. As it’s been installed across Australia...

19 April 2022 | 12 min read

With the staged rollout of the 5G network in Australia currently underway, businesses have a growing range of network...

19 April 2022 | 9 min read

Internet is internet, yea? Well, not quite. You could have all the best equipment available on the market today, but th...

11 April 2022 | 11 min read

Jump to Jump to Why you won’t get those maximum nbn® speeds Why choosing an ISP matters for nbn® speed Finding the righ...

19 March 2022 | 11 min read

The global pandemic had a huge impact on Australian small businesses, changing how and where they conducted business. F...

28 February 2022 | 15 min read

There’s nothing worse than not having access to the internet – particularly during a world-wide pandemic! Unfortunately...

18 October 2021 | 7 min read

eCommerce is experiencing a significant surge in popularity, and data suggests it’s here to stay. eCommerce is experien...

21 September 2021 | 11 min read

While it’s true Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN) is revolutionising networking, it’s often not realisti...

8 September 2021 | 6 min read

While it looks like lockdown orders have become a thing of the past (we hope!), workers and employers are still enjoyin...

3 September 2021 | 10 min read

If your team works remotely, regularly travels or moves between different offices, maintaining healthy lines of communi...

17 August 2021 | 10 min read

Ever walked into your child’s room at 3am and found them busy gaming on a school night? Or have you struggled to switch...

4 June 2021 | 5 min read

There are few things as disruptive to workplace productivity as a slow or congested internet connection. Whether you’re...

2 June 2021 | 7 min read

The healthcare industry is rapidly digitising. The healthcare industry is rapidly digitising. While the pandemic has ex...

3 May 2021 | 7 min read

There’s no question SD-WAN is changing the game in networking. There’s no question Sure, legacy MPLS systems are rel...

26 March 2021 | 3 min read

Businesses today need voice communication systems to be scalable, cost-effective and reliable. However, it’s unlikely y...

1 February 2021 | 8 min read

Fibre to the Node (FTTN) and Fibre to the Building (FTTB) are two classifications for a type of broadband connection...

1 November 2020 | 1 min read

For businesses to grow and thrive, they need to embrace technology solutions. Technology doesn’t just offer a way for b...

24 August 2020 | 6 min read

Many of us are still working remotely or hybrid in-office and work-from-home these days. As the severity of COVID waves...

16 August 2020 | 12 min read

If, like me, you’ve thought to yourself, how can I make sure that my home network is safe and protected from unwanted i...

30 June 2020 | 11 min read

There’s nothing worse than sitting down to enjoy some nice down time, only for the Netflix show you are currently binge...

29 June 2020 | 15 min read

 Mobiles, desktop PCs, smart TVs, you name it – no matter the device, no one wants to be interrupted while streaming yo...

27 May 2020 | 3 min read

Fixed Wireless (FW) technology helps to connect customers from regional and remote areas to the NBN. Fixed Wireless br...

28 April 2020 | 1 min read

WiFi connects wireless devices to the internet using radio waves transmitted by the router. All routers operate on the ...

27 April 2020 | 2 min read

Single player games like the recently released Final Fantasy VII Remake have always come with a bucket-load of hype. Bu...

16 April 2020 | 9 min read

While there are more ways to communicate with your customers than ever before – thanks to the internet and social media...

12 April 2020 | 8 min read

If you ever want to know how your internet connection is performing, then a speed test is a good place to start. It wil...

7 April 2020 | 8 min read

Depending on the modem/router you are currently using and the internal setup of your house, along with the position of ...

30 March 2020 | 4 min read

The nbn™ has given small businesses across Australia greater access to fast internet, and all the opportunity that come...

24 March 2020 | 5 min read

Today is a changed world and we’re not going to waffle on. Here’s what you need to know about how we’re providing custo...

23 March 2020 | 3 min read

When it comes to the NBN, Aussies are spoiled for choice. There are over 100 Internet Service Providers (ISPs), each of...

18 March 2020 | 7 min read

At Aussie Broadband, we have five values that shape nearly every decision we make in all parts of the business – from o...

25 February 2020 | 5 min read

Your choice of bandwidth profile should match your business requirements. Your choice of bandwidth profile should match...

2 January 2020 | 1 min read

When you’re taking your business online, you’ll often find that you need to deal with two different companies; one is a...

10 December 2019 | 8 min read

Editor’s note: This article was updated and refreshed on May 12, 2022 for accuracy and comprehensiveness. Editor’s note...

3 December 2019 | 17 min read

It’s important that children are able to use the internet as safely as possible. In addition to being a source of enter...

15 November 2019 | 8 min read

Having a smartphone in our pockets at all times gives us access to the entire wealth of the internet on the go, in a si...

12 November 2019 | 8 min read

If you’re running a business, internet security is paramount. Not only do you need to protect your customer’s data (wit...

10 November 2019 | 5 min read

Purchasing an internet plan for your business is a little different to purchasing a plan for your home. You’ll be using...

30 October 2019 | 8 min read

If you’re a business trading internationally, then you need to know the internet speeds your teams have access to. Whet...

11 October 2019 | 7 min read

Tips to staying safe online Tips to staying safe online Research suggests that as many as 70 percent of people don’t ...

20 July 2019 | 9 min read

If you’ve signed up for an nbn™ plan , you were probably excited about the prospect of fast, reliable internet. So it ...

6 June 2019 | 7 min read

Remote work is on the rise, with nearly 70% of Australian workers working at least one day a week out of the office. ...

27 May 2019 | 9 min read

Are you excited about accessing the nbn® but finding some of the terms a little confusing? One of the most common thing...

6 May 2019 | 7 min read

Phones remain a critical line of communication for small businesses across Australia. Even as the internet allows for v...

22 March 2019 | 8 min read

nbn ® business-grade internet is here and the benefits are substantial. Not only will Australian companies have an inc...

19 March 2019 | 5 min read

The definition of a small business or enterprise varies according to who you ask. But when it comes to internet connect...

17 March 2019 | 5 min read

Experiencing an  nbn ™ outage can be inconvenient, but if it occurs at your place of business, it can be extremely cost...

15 March 2019 | 4 min read

Is your internet slowing your business down? undefined undefined As everyday business functions migrate to the cloud an...

4 March 2019 | 4 min read

Australians have a wealth of choices available to them when it comes to what internet connection they want. But while c...

4 March 2019 | 8 min read

With the roll out of the  nbn ™ more than half complete, fast and reliable business grade internet is now a reality. An...

17 February 2019 | 4 min read

Internet is internet, right? You pay your money to an ISP, and then you have access to everything that connects us to t...

12 February 2019 | 16 min read

Looking for a portable alternative to a fixed-line internet connection for your home or office? Or a backup internet co...

2 February 2019 | 8 min read

It’s pretty simple really.  “Aussie”, to us, is an attitude.  Not a race. It’s pretty simple really.  “Aussie”, to us, ...

10 December 2018 | 4 min read

You’ve probably heard the term VPN over the past year, as Australians are increasingly concerned about their privacy an...

28 November 2018 | 8 min read

It’s moving time – congratulations! You’re about to embark on a new adventure of getting to know a new home, learning a...

22 October 2018 | 16 min read

For network engineers and architects, understanding the different types of network available to you, and then strateg...

20 October 2018 | 13 min read

undefined The nbn™ is a national infrastructure investment that, once finished, will connect almost all Australians wit...

16 October 2018 | 9 min read

When you’re choosing an nbn® modem/router there is a lot you need to consider. The first crucial part of choosing a nbn...

12 October 2018 | 10 min read

If you’ve been looking at nbn™ plans, then you’ve probably come across terms ‘FTTN’, ‘FTTP’, and ‘FTTC.’ So what’s the ...

6 September 2018 | 10 min read

Over the last few years, there has been a growing interest in dark fibre, and for good reason. Dark fibre can provide s...

2 August 2018 | 8 min read

The rate of technology innovation is accelerating. Every year new technology trends come to market that promise disrupt...

1 August 2018 | 7 min read

If you’re running a small business, you’ve probably been told already that you need to have a presence on the web. That...

30 July 2018 | 11 min read

This week, Aussie Broadband topped the Steam charts for the highest average download rate in Australia (we’re current...

19 July 2018 | 7 min read

Email scams have been around for nearly as long as the internet, and unfortunately they are not going away any time soo...

19 July 2018 | 8 min read

Do you currently have ISDN lines connecting your phone system to the public telephone network? It's time to switch to t...

18 July 2018 | 7 min read

Regardless of your industry, your small business probably relies on internet connection for day-to-day matters and oper...

27 May 2018 | 6 min read

Having a slow internet service has got to be one of the most frustrating experiences. All you want to do is watch some ...

21 May 2018 | 11 min read

In between all that web browsing, emailing, texting and other activities that you pursue online, have you ever stopped ...

10 May 2018 | 8 min read

Before Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN) came along, there was Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS). While ...

11 April 2018 | 8 min read

It’s likely that the technology behind your favourite app or internet service is built on artificial intelligence (AI)....

6 April 2018 | 7 min read

If you’re running a small business, it’s safe to say that the internet plays a vital role in your success. This means i...

2 March 2018 | 6 min read

What’s public Wi-Fi? What’s public Wi-Fi? Whether you’re scrolling TikTok at a café abroad or sending a last-minute ema...

24 January 2018 | 5 min read

Given the central role IT and computers play in everyday business operations, every organisation – including yours – ne...

16 January 2018 | 7 min read

Cloud computing has already revolutionised business IT infrastructure, but it’s undergoing  a second wave  with public,...

18 December 2017 | 7 min read

You’ve probably heard of bandwidth throttling. It’s a common complaint and when it comes to ISP (Internet Service Provi...

23 November 2017 | 9 min read

Working from home can be a great way to beat the commute, save time, and enjoy work-life balance. Whether you’re self-e...

25 October 2017 | 14 min read

Remember when 4G first came along? Early adopters were clamouring for the super fast speeds it offered. We went from Fa...

20 October 2017 | 8 min read

From startups to enterprise corporations, reliable and speedy internet is essential for the modern company. However, wi...

17 September 2017 | 12 min read

Whether you’re a small business or a large corporation, if you’re migrating your business data and applications to the ...

13 September 2017 | 6 min read

Biometrics have the potential to make our lives simpler, but linking our digital identities to our unique physical char...

13 September 2017 | 9 min read

The National Broadband Network (nbn™) has brought with it a range of terminology – and sometimes confusingly so. If you...

21 August 2017 | 6 min read

Digital disruption is inevitable, imminent and impacting every industry. Whether your business is already experiencing ...

17 June 2017 | 10 min read

Cyber crime costs the Australian economy 42 billion a year , according to a University of New South Wales study. Despit...

18 May 2017 | 8 min read

Is your business ready for the Internet of Things (IoT)? The IoT promises to disrupt the way we do business; IoT-ready ...

29 March 2017 | 8 min read

Gone are the days of stirring, pixelated and jumpy video chat. High speed nbn is now making it easier than ever for p...

21 March 2017 | 8 min read

The National Broadband Network (NBN) provides faster than ever broadband speeds for businesses and households around Au...

3 February 2017 | 7 min read

To some, outsourcing might be a dirty word, but looking outside your business to ease the burden of the daily grind can...

20 December 2016 | 7 min read

Unified communications (UC) is the buzzword for putting all your communication applications in one faster, cheaper and ...

30 November 2016 | 5 min read

Have you ever wondered ‘Where did all my data go?’ Mobile bills can be frustrating that way. One month you’ve only used...

22 November 2016 | 5 min read

Advances in mobile technology and ever increasing broadband speeds are making working remotely a viable option in today...

19 November 2016 | 6 min read

Games are a wonderful, effective way to engage children’s brains and support them in developing new skills and learni...

3 October 2016 | 10 min read

The Internet of Things (IoT) is one of those concepts that you may have heard a lot about, although it can be difficult...

28 September 2016 | 8 min read

The Internet of Things (IoT) has been hailed as a game-changing phenomenon for consumers and businesses. IoT is the ide...

11 September 2016 | 9 min read

Whether you’re working from home, video calling relatives who live some distance away or browsing the latest viral post...

26 July 2016 | 7 min read

Is Remote Desktop safe to use over internet connections? Is Remote Desktop safe to use over internet connections? This ...

17 July 2012 | 3 min read

These days, multi-site businesses rely heavily on their WAN (Wide Area Network) that connects multiple offices together...

5 October 2011 | 4 min read