5 Benefits of Broadband Internet Services

The beauty of broadband internet is it allows users to perform tasks online minus the bit rate and speed limitations. It is a great technology to have that even non-tech savvy people should consider having in their lives. It is just bursting with benefits that are simply hard to pass by. What are examples of broadband internet benefits? This article lists down 5 that you should know.

1.     It helps commercial enterprises stay successful. In this age of online stores and digital storefronts, it is essential that businesses stay with this trend than let others surpass them. Having a broadband Internet connection lets businesses, especially small ones, to make profits and sales even with little capital on hand.

They say that broadband Internet is the great equaliser when it comes to online enterprises, and it is true since a lot of businesses that started small are now able to compete with the big names in their chosen industry all thanks to a broadband connection. Not only are they closer to their customers, but they are also able to engage more easily with them through online channels such as emails and social media.

2.      It helps with education. The internet is not only about the connections it creates; it is also about the vast information and resources that it contributes to the world of learners. The internet is home to online universities, dictionaries, online dissertations, libraries, educational videos, encyclopedias and language sites that help facilitate a fun learning environment for students in schools and universities.

For people who cannot afford to go to school or do not have the time to go to class, broadband Internet is their own teacher. Distance learning is made possible by the steady and uninterrupted connection of broadband Internet.

3.     It helps employees be more productive. With the birth of broadband technology, whether in the form of fibre, fixed wireless or satellite, it has ushered in a brand new definition of employment. With super fast and high-speed Internet, employees now:

·        Have the luxury of working within the comforts of their own home.

·        Can freelance outside their 8 to 5 jobs. We now have rapid access to online jobs all thanks to a reliable internet connection in the form of broadband.

·        Can connect with their bosses, managers and co-employees anywhere they are in the world.

·        Can decrease travel expenses such as booking a flight, a hotel or paying for transportation in general since they can connect with their co-employees using teleconferencing, emails and instant messaging made possible by broadband internet.

4.     It creates a more fun entertainment experience. With a fast and seamless internet connection, it is now possible to download or stream TV shows and movies with just a few clicks on the mouse. Regardless of the file size, whether a 720p movie or a high-def movie at 10800p, a fast broadband connection will not disappoint you during Friday movie night at home.

With a reliable internet connection at home, you can turn your living room into a movie theatre. You can say goodbye to your TV set also as you go along.

5.     It simply changes the way you live. You can pay your bills, shop online, interact and communicate all with a broadband connection. You also get to stay in the know with the current news with broadband technologies that let you stay connected with the world. It is true that life B.C. (or Before Computers) were a lot simpler than today, but no one can deny the fact that computers and the technologies that came along with it namely Internet broadband has significantly changed our lives for the better. Do you agree?

Top 5 Tips When Using Your Phone Overseas

Travelling overseas is probably the best way to spend the holidays. Nothing can refresh your mind, your body and your spirit than being immersed in a new place and gaining new experiences as you go along. Travelling is also, by far, one of the most exciting and most fun to document in your life. And where else but on social media.

Hence, travelling overseas also puts that pressure of having and finding a way to stay connected to the internet. Aside from documenting your travels immediately as it happens, you also need a steady access to the internet to check on your flight, weather updates, directions and even translating words and phrases you are too shy to ask from a local.

Follow these tips below so you can enjoy your international data roaming perks without going home with such a big shocker (a.k.a. your phone bill).

1.      Ask your service provider for different international data roaming options. Even before you fly out, ask your mobile carrier the different MB allowances you can opt for international data roaming. This will help you control your use of the internet while you are overseas, and also help you manage your bill as you get back home. Inquire about data packs also that your service provider has as this is cheaper than pay-as-you-go rates.

2.     Check the international roaming rates in the country that you are visiting. There are free online tools that will show you the countries which you can use your phone for international roaming and the rates that apply accordingly.

3.     Buy a local SIM card. If you are considering this, make sure that your phone is unlocked so it can accommodate the local SIM.

4.     Detect Wi-Fi hotspots. If you want to enjoy free access to the internet, look for Wi-Fi hotspots. You can access free Wi-Fi in malls, coffee shops and (if you are lucky) in your hotel room.

5.     Let your friends and family send you a message than call. You get charged for every call your phone receives when you are overseas. For any favours you have left for your friends and family back home, let them know about it well since they don’t need to call you. If your number at the office is diverted to your mobile, make sure to tweak your settings to avoid roaming charges for received calls.

6.     Use your internet lightly. Make your itinerary months or weeks before your flight. This will help you avoid the excessive and heavy use of your mobile internet. With a mapped out itinerary to refer to, you do not have to consult Google to verify every so often. Come prepared for your vacation, to say the least.

7.     Turn off your cellular data when not in use. Maximise your international data roaming allowance by using it only when necessary. Take pictures of your travels and upload them preferably later on once you get back to your hotel room. Further, turning off your cellular data prevents you from updating your background applications and receiving email updates. 

For the 21^st century traveler, having a mobile phone is a non-negotiable. If you cannot travel without your mobile phone, these tips will certainly let you enjoy your inevitable need to access the internet without going overboard your monthly limit.