Helpful tips

What is Telkom IPC?

What is Telkom IPC?

IPC is a networking component which allows DSL traffic to break out of Telkom’s DSL network and onto an ISP’s private network (in our case, MTN’s national fibre network). The IPC’s are housed at data centres, so that they break out directly onto our network.

Is Telkom ADSL uncapped?

Telkom VDSL & ADSL data is premium uncapped and unshaped data with no fair usage policy, ideal for home users with large bandwidth requirements. Telkom ADSL & VDSL also has low latency which is perfect for gaming, voice and video streaming applications.

What is DSL Unlimited Home Lite?

DSL Unlimited Home Lite is a best effort service and speeds are provided as an Up to service based on the copper network capability. R199 lockdown promo price applicable for 6 months. After 6 months, the price will be R329. Uncapped Internet with NO FUP threshold.

Is uncapped really uncapped?

Uncapped internet refers to an internet package where you never run out of GB. With most of Webafrica’s packages, this uncapped service is entirely unshaped and there is no FUP (Fair Usage Policy) applied to it – which means that you enjoy full internet speeds all the time.

Do I need a Telkom line for WIFI?

You don’t need a Telkom line to have fibre ! All of these products can be connected to a Wi-Fi router to give your house internet or wifi or telkom wifi if you insist on the naming scheme.

Can you use DSL without a landline?

If your DSL service requires a phone line then you will need one to connect to the Internet and set up your Wi-Fi network. But it is possible to use DSL without a phone line.

What is better capped or uncapped?

Generally, uncapped accounts run off a higher ‘contention ratio’ than capped accounts. This means that generally more users are allocated to share a certain amount of bandwidth in Uncapped than in Capped.

Does Telkom throttle uncapped?

Telkom may apply throttling to some of their fixed line (fibre) packages, specifically their Unlimited Home Lite offering during the peak hours of 18:00 – 23:00.

How much does it cost to install a Telkom ADSL line?

Installation of a broadband DSL now costs R792, while a self-install option (without a technician on site) costs R469. The price of business line rental will rise to R262,28/month on 1 April, an increase of 5,4% from R248,95/month, Telkom said.