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Sunday, July 07, 2013

Choosing a Quality T1 Provider

Finding a quality T1 service provider can be quite the task. First what exactly is T1 service? A T1 line is typically made from fiber optic cable, but also sometimes copper. A T1 line can function as a phone line able to carry twenty-four digitized voice channels at once or if it is used to carry data it is able to carry 192,000 bytes per second. That is around sixty times more than the standard modem, allowing over a hundred users to use the same line comfortably for browsing on the Internet.

Kinds of T1 Lines
T1 Services usually cost around $500 though there are some companies that offer prices as low as $149 and as high as over a $1000. The first thing to take into mind when choosing a T1 service provider is what features are needed for the application of the T1 line. There are five different kinds of T1 lines so it is important to check which sort of T1 line is needed as well as check to make sure the company chosen offers that sort of line. The first kind is an integrated T1 line. This allows voice as well as data to be sent over the same line. A fractional T1 service is where a the provider offers shared channels on a T1 line that is already in place in the area. This means the company will not be getting as much power out of the T1 line because it is being shared with other businesses. Its cheaper cost however is ideal for smaller companies. The third sort of T1 line available is a private T1 line. Private T1 lines are typical installed when a business wants to set up its own private VPN network to communicate with other offices off location. Another T1 service commonly offered are voice T1 lines. These are designed to be used in applications such as a call center or a telemarketing company. The final sort of T1 line available is a dynamic T1 line. A dynamic T1 line is similar to an integrated line, but it can change how many channels are allocated to data or voice at one time. For example if a phone call is placed on the T1 line it will reallocate some channels for the phone call and when the call is done it will reallocate the channels back to data.

Location of T1 Provider
Another factor important to consider when choosing a T1 service provider is the location of the provider in relation to the company that needs the T1 to be installed. A lot of providers are regionally based and will offer lower rates for services within their area. Even some nationwide providers have areas where T1 service is cheaper. So it is very important to see what the provider's rates are in the area the T1 line is to go. Another thing to think about is if a company needs T1 service in multiple offices a wide distance apart, it may be cheaper to get different T1 service providers based on what is cheapest for the region of each office.

Finding Your Quality T1 Service Provider
Now, with knowing the kinds of lines typically offered, and the differences of T1 providers based on region, finding a quality T1 service provider is as simple as doing a bit of homework based on your companies location and needs.



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