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Ethernet Internet Access is for:
businesses connecting to the Internet
offices, hotels, etc desiring dedicated internet access via ethernet
medium-sized ISPs or ASPs that are expanding their network;
in select large metropolitan areas
Note that Ethernet Business Internet Access lines start at $1,000 per month; prices increase based on the distance to your business and other factors. The building type, the on-net carrier, and local loop will play an important part in determining the total cost.
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| Availability |
| WCIX offers Ethernet broadband bandwidth in most metropolitan areas. Please use the form in the right hand column to check availability or call WCIX at 877 640 6608. |
| Performance |
Ethernet Business Internet accesses to the Internet at speeds starting at 10 mbps and going up to 1,000 mbps
WCIX offers 'Tier 1', blended 'Tier 2' bandwidth, and low-cost bandwidth based on availability. The perceived benefit of a Tier 1 provider is its backbone. A Tier 1 provider takes you from the West Coast to the East Coast in one big hop, with lower latency than other providers. Additionally, Tier 1 providers have better peering and routing, resulting in faster delivery of your traffic.
A 'Tier 1' Provider's service is usually more costly then what a 'Tier 2' or low-cost Provider may charge, because the Tier 1 provider offers a very extensive network, reliability and quality service. However, if there is a major problem on that service providers network, your service will be negatively impacted
Blended 'Tier 2' bandwidth, available in some locations, is multi-homed bandwidth to multiple 'Tier 1' and 'Tier 2' service providers. The benefit is that if there is a problem with one provider, WCIX simply stops using that provider and routes around them.
Using bandwidth from low-cost providers MAY result in reduced performance (higher latency, higher packet loss, more outages) However, many companies feel that their connectivity is not mission critical and are seeking a low cost solution
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| Security |
| As your network will be connected to the Internet, your company should have a firewall. If your company is transmitting sensitive data (such as financial or health records) then you should encrypt the data before sending the data over the Internet. |
| Configuration |
| The local LEC will provide all cabling and connections. WCIX will program your router if requested. |
| Installation |
| WCIX can assist you with acquiring hardware should you so desire. Please allow 60+ days for installation. Note that your building must have fiber in the existing telco closet, or in the street adjacent to your building |
| Monitoring |
| WCIX does provide monitoring of business ethernet Internet connection. Monitoring is provided from two different 'off-net' locations. |
| Terms and Conditions |
| There is a minimum 1 year term for business Internet access. Automated deductions, direct payment deposit, or automated ACH / wire transfers are required. |
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Complete the form on the right, or call 877 640-6608 for additional information. |
Current Specials:
10 and 100 mbps port *
* metro transport will vary based on the building
* limited availability
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