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Broadband Internet Service – The Gresham Hotel, Dublin City

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Introduction to Broadband

Broadband is a high data rate internet connection.

It is an ‘Always On’ internet service.

It is measured is Megabits per second (MBPS).

It is much faster than dial-up connection

There are many different service providers

The Gresham: A Profile

Utilises: Internet, TV, landline

288 rooms; 7 suites; 22 conference rooms & a Business Centre (containing a computer)

Free internet is available throughout the entire hotel

Room rates range**: €100 - €2000 a night

Highly regarded amongst inter/national tourists; higher average amount of guests on weekends

Types of Internet Connection

Satellite

Wireless

ADSL

Cable

Satellite

• Connects to customers house satellite dish to a dish in space.

•Satellite does not use dial-up, DSL or cable technology

•Pros • Does not interfere with phone line.• High speed access in rural areas• Speed not affected by

phone/cables•Cons• Equipment & usage more

expensive• Large set up fee• Lower connection speed than DSL

and cable

Wireless

A base (modem/router) transmits & receives WiFi signals that connect to a device, providing wireless internet access.

Pros High speed internet connection No wires= Less mess & danger hazards

Cons Bad weather causes bad signal Anyone can access it if not security enabled

ADSL

The most common form of broadband‘The more you pay, the better your connection’Works from but doesn’t interfere with phone linesPros

‘Always On’ broadband Most widely available Cost effective

Cons Usage efficiency related to distance from provider Fast download but much slower upload speed

Cable

Connectivity is delivered through coaxial copper cables using a cable modem (like cable TV)

Competitive providers

Pros Strong competition = competitive rates and speeds

offered ‘Always on’ broadband Relatively cheap

Cons High security risk - Firewall needed Not all phone and TV cables compatible

Broadband Providers Available: The Gresham

Digiweb- Satellite Provider

Satellite Business Extra10 Broadband10mb download speed2mb upload speedAvailable traffic 13mb‘Always On’ broadbandEthernet connection€65.95 a month2 year connection (1yr longer than other

options)

Eircom- Wireless Modem

Eircom Business 12mb/1.1mb Broadband Uncongested broadband12mb download speed1.1mb upload speedConsistent broadband speed 24/7No download allowance Free modemFree WiFi subscription€40.00 (plus monthly phone charge >€30)

Magnet- ADSL Provider

Magnet Business ADSL2+ Broadband Double the frequency band of ADSL

connectionsContention freeEnhanced distance coverage24/7 IT support for businesses10mb/8mb/3mb download speeds768kb/512kb/384kb* upload speed€45 a month

UPC- Cable Provider

UPC Business DIA* Premium Broadband Leading internet access product using Fibre

Optic cablesContention free30mb download speed3mb upload speed6-voice lines included for free€69 a monthSetup & installation= €80

Best Choice for The Gresham Hotel

Although both impress me, I would choose UPC as my provider.

Why? It has the best download and upload speeds Although pricier, uses most advanced technology Caters for multiple phone line usage Great satellite and cable TV services available

I believe that, although there is an installation fee and a dearer monthly bill, that the guests should get the highest speed of internet that works for the company.

If cost effectiveness was a main factor, Eircom would be my choice.

Reflection

In future, I will not use Magnet as their website was not user-friendly & lacked in information.

UPC would be well advised to have their business packages easier to find and understand.

Digiweb are not as organized as other websites but I think they are underrated and have potential.

Eircom, unlike UPC, do not provide TV services but have competitive prices and have a very user friendly website.

References

Www.eircom.netWww.digiweb.ie

Www.business.upc.ieWww.magnet.ie

Www.gresham-hotels-dublin.comWww.isp-reviews.org

Www.businesslink.gov.uk/