{"id":14990,"date":"2022-07-15T15:11:11","date_gmt":"2022-07-15T05:11:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.letsbemates.com.au\/mate\/?p=14990"},"modified":"2023-09-08T09:26:22","modified_gmt":"2023-09-07T23:26:22","slug":"how-to-get-nbn-internet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.letsbemates.com.au\/mate\/how-to-get-nbn-internet\/","title":{"rendered":"How to get nbn internet"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re yet to connect to the National Broadband Network (nbn)<\/a> there are two things you need to know:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1)<\/b> You\u2019ll most likely have to connect to the nbn if you haven\u2019t already, and<\/span><\/p>\n

2) <\/b>Connecting to the nbn network<\/a> is easier than you might think<\/span><\/p>\n

In this guide, we take you through the step-by-step process of how to set up an nbn internet connection in your household. Let\u2019s get started.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why do I have to connect to the nbn?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Once the nbn has been rolled out in your area you should receive a written notice from your phone and internet provider, as well as NBN Co, stating that all existing phone and internet services relying on copper lines (e.g. ADSL) will be cut off in 18 months time. Luckily this is plenty of time to migrate over to nbn.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, if you reside in a satellite NBN or fixed wireless<\/a> suburb, your existing services that operate through a landline or satellite connection will not be switched off. Unlike other fixed-line areas, there\u2019s no obligation to switch to an nbn connection if you live in a fixed wireless or satellite area.<\/span><\/p>\n

Alternatively, if you reside in a fixed-line area and do not want to make the move to the nbn, you still have the option of using mobile broadband for WiFi internet access.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Connect to the nbn in 3 easy steps\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

1. Know your nbn internet connection type\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

When it comes to nbn connections, it\u2019s not a one size fits all situation per se. Depending on where you live in Australia, you could have any one of 7 different nbn technologies running to your home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why does this matter? Some connection types are capable of faster maximum download speeds than others, so it pays to know which one you have so you can pick an nbn plan to suit your particular situation.<\/span><\/p>\n

For a thorough rundown of the 7 different types check out our previous blog <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

But for now, here\u2019s a brief look at what nbn speed tier you can expect:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n