Internet Access from IT Telecoms

We provide at Internet Access packages suitable for all end user requirements and budgets that make use of the most appropriate connection method.

There are a number of different ways that you can connect to the Internet:

• Leased Line
• Bi-directional Satellite
• Uni-directional Satellite
• Broadband
• Dial-Up Connection

Leased Line. If you need a service to run your own website, FTP and or Mail Servers then choosing a dedicated lease line is probably the answer for you.
Leased lines provide the ultimate in 'always-on' connections to the global Internet, giving you a permanent connection and unrestricted, fast accesswith sufficient bandwidth to handle any requirement.
It is suitable for companies who transfer large amounts of data across the internet or who are taking advantage of the VPN (Virtual Private Network) capability to connect remote users with the main office.

IT Telecoms can provide a full range of leased line facilities - from a 64kbps Kilostream up to a lightening fast 34 Mbps DS3.
At these levels of activity reliability becomes crucial and to this end our business partners, Scotland On Line can provide a leased line with a managed router that is configured to provide BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) routing - . This permits your business to have multiple connections to the internet, providing an unrivalled degree of resilience.

Bi-directional Satellite. If you are in an area where DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) is unavailable or the cost of a leased line is prohibitive then this may be your answer. Bi-directional Satellite can be an effective alternative to a leased line.

Uni-directional Satellite. Less cost than Bi-directional Satellite. This option gives quick download speeds but slower upload speeds due to the upload having to rely on an alternate connection (possibly a dial-up connection to the provider).

Broadband. This is relatively inexpensive and fast internet connection method.
ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) allows data to be sent over existing copper telephone lines whilst allowing simultaneous use of the telephone (unlike Dial-Up). ADSL is said to be asymmetric in that it is much faster receiving data (downstream rate) than when sending data (upstream rate) - the actual transmission rates vary dependant upon the package contracted for.
In order to be capable of receiving ADSL you must:

• Live in an area serviced by a local exchange that has been ADSL enabled (normally you need to be located no more than 3 -5.5 Km from your local exchange - maximum service speeds reduce as the distance increases and the very fastest ADSL connections are generally in metropolitan areas.
• Have a BT telephone line (your calls do not have to be supplied from BT).
• Own a PC with a minimum specification.
• Purchase ADSL modem and microfilters (these must be fitted to each active device attached to the telephone line).

Dial-Up. This is an on-demand dial-up connection via a modem to an ISP (Internet Service Provider) who allows access to the Internet.
The modem (generally a 56kbps internal/external modem) connects your PC/MAC to the ISP via a normal telephone line - a consequence of this is that the line is unavailable for voice calls whilst the internet connection is active.
IT Telecoms has two options on offer:

• Standard Dial-Up. This is a simple pay as you go option - there are no monthly fixed fees and you pay only for the time that you spend online (local call 0845 charges apply).

  IT Telecoms Standard Dial-Up includes:

  • Internet Access on 0845 number (local call charges apply).
  • 20MB of personal web space
  • POP3 email address
  • 24/7 technical support on a local 0845 number.
• Flat Rate Internet Access. This option enables you to access the Internet without incurring additional telephone call charges. For a set fee of £14.99 per month (terms and conditions apply) you have unlimited access to the Internet and can send/receive email without additional cost (connection restrictions may apply).

  IT Telecoms Flat Rate Access includes:

  • Flat rate access is ideal for those who do not want to worry about the amount of time they are online.
  • Flat rate access is of great benefit for business or heavy internet users who spend long periods of time connected to the Internet.
  • A BT line is required to use the Flat Rate Service.