Network Infrastructure

What is OptiComm internet?

Opticomm is one of Australia’s largest alternatives to the National Broadband Network (nbn®). They build, operate, and maintain their own fixed line telecommunications network.  Opticomm is one of Australia’s largest alternatives to the Na...

What are the different nbn® connection types?

Have you ever found yourself asking the question “what type of NBN do I have?” With most of Australia now connected to the NBN it’s useful to know, as there are different types of NBN connections and services available. Knowing the options...

The difference between Layer 3 and Layer 2 networks

For network engineers and architects, understanding the different types of network available to you, and then strategically leveraging the correct technologies can greatly enhance the overall security and speed of your network infrastr...

What is network redundancy and why does it matter?

We all rely on our tech, all day every day. We also understand that sometimes things go wrong. It’s important that, in those instances, we are prepared with alternatives to be able to continue providing you with smooth service – increasing...

The importance of a redundant link during your nbn® switchover

If you’re running a small business, it’s safe to say that the internet plays a vital role in your success. This means if the internet goes down, so do your business operations. Emails go left unanswered, cloud-based files become inaccessib...

What is network infrastructure and how does Aussie do it differently?

The internet has become a universal part of our daily lives. Even so, not many could tell you how internet infrastructure works – how your hardware at home connects you to people on the other side of the world.  The internet has become a u...

nbn® vs ADSL: Why you should make the switch today

Australians have a wealth of choices available to them when it comes to what internet connection they want. But while choice is a great thing, finding the right internet connection for your particular needs can be a challenge. Australians ...

Aussie Fibre rollout and what it means for you

As we come close to completing our Aussie Fibre network build, we’ve had lots of questions about how it affects our customers and their services – particularly because you may have seen a few early morning outages going on. As we come clos...

OSI layers: Everything you need to know

If you’re not heavily into networks and telecommunication systems, then you probably haven’t heard of the seven OSI layers. In fact, if you have heard of it then you’re probably thinking about baking, because cakes are all about layers. Al...

Why businesses are adopting a hybrid network approach

While it’s true Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN) is revolutionising networking, it’s often not realistic for businesses to immediately and completely transition away from legacy systems. While it’s true On one hand, SD-WAN...

Does Aussie Broadband operate its own network?

Aussie Broadband does not borrow its framework for broadband internet services from any other internet service providers. We are our own network carrier by definition as we operat...

What is my Point of Interconnect (POI)?

Diagram showing how your home network connects to the nbn network, and Aussie Broadband's network undefined What is a POI? What is a POI? The Point of Interconnect is a crucial li...

What are Aussie Broadband's DNS servers?

This topic provides the DNS settings, which can be used on your devices and with all service types. This topic provides the DNS settings, which can be used on your devices and wit...

How to enable Border Gateway Protocol routing

Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) is like the street directory for data over the internet. When a packet of data is submitted from one destination, BGP is responsible for processing t...