[LINK] ACCC seeks advice on broadband performances

[stephen at melbpc.org.au]

The ACCC are seeking advice on how best to test future BB performances ..
they are currently thinking probes ..

 http://transition.accc.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1122243


"Broadband performance monitoring and reporting program"

On 14 August 2013 the ACCC released a consultation paper inviting comment 
on a potential program for monitoring and reporting broadband performance 
in Australia.

The proposed program would test data transfer rates (or 'speeds') and other 
indicators of broadband service quality experienced by a representative 
sample of consumers in real world conditions. 

The results of the testing would be made periodically available to 
consumers and service providers.

The ACCC considers that the proposed program would provide significant 
benefits for both providers and consumers of broadband services in 
Australia. 

Information on the real-world performance of broadband services would 
enable consumers to choose the right service for their needs. 

It would also allow service providers to compare their services against 
competitors and market their products in a way which reflects investments 
in infrastructure and capacity.

Written submissions to the consultation paper should be provided no later 
than 5.00pm on 13 September 2013.

The consultation paper on the proposed program can be found below.

* Consultation paper on the broadband performance monitoring and reporting
  program.DOC (365.0 KB)

* Consultation paper on the broadband performance monitoring and reporting
  program.pdf (410.1 KB)

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Cheers,
Stephen

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