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A T1 data line is a high speed, 1.54 megabits per second (Mbps), circuit which is comprised of 24 individual DS-O circuits. Each DS-O channel has a speed of 64 kilobits per second (Kbps). For perspective, your home telephone line is likely a DS-O line. T1 data lines are also at times referred to as DS1 lines. T1 data is carried through two twisted pairs of copper wires. Virtually, all residences and businesses currently have two pairs of copper wires running to them. (For more about T1 data please click here)

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T1 Data Definition Continued.

T1 lines are capable of delivering 1.54 Mbps simultaneously in both directions, one direction for each pair of copper lines. Because T1 data service is repeater driven (signal is digitally reestablished every 6000 feet), it is available several miles from telephone central offices. For this reason, T1 service can be available to virtually all of the businesses in the US. T1 lines are dedicated, in that they are always connected, and are also extremely stable. Most reputable providers include service level agreements which guarantee the reliability of the T1 lines they offer. Although the term T1 is commonly used when referring to a dedicated high bandwidth connection to the internet, T1 circuits can transfer data in many forms to accomplish a variety of functions. These include: fractional T1 (commonly 128 Kbps to 756 Kbps), burstable (less expensive for companies which normally do not need a full DS1/T1), integrated (one T1 line comprised of any combination the types of DS1/T1 listed here), channelized DS1 (another name for integrated T1), point-to-point (direct and constant DS1 connection between to locations), dynamic integrated (a more state-of-the-art alternative to channelized integrated), local (local phone service), pri (voice service which includes added features such as caller ID), and frame relay (a T1 network between two or more locations). Each of these types of DS1/T1 has advantages over the others, depending on the specific needs of your company. Also, the availability of each is based on the offerings of each T1 provider and the geographic location. As the authorized sales agent for the top 20 T1 providers in the country, we are able to provide real-time availability and comparative price quotes for any address in the country. To check availability and prices for your business, just complete the short form at the top of this page. It’s free, simple to use and there is no obligation. If you already have T1 related services, use this form to compare what you are currently paying. You may find that you are paying far too much for your existing service. (Click here to return to top of page)

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Discussion of Frame Relay, it’s Limitations, and How it Compares to Other Options.

Written by: Dennis Green - Oct 10, 2008

Frame relay is designed to provide cost effective data transmission over a shared network. Frame relay derived its name from the fact that it transfers data via various sized units referred to as frames. These frames are commonly transmitted through a shared network (cloud). Frame relay is many times faster than its predecessors, such as x.25, because frame relay is a streamlined protocol designed for speed. This protocol was considered a major advancement at one time, because it was designed to compliment modern digital lines which are virtually noise free. With frame relay, data transmission usually originates through the private line of a customer, transfers to a shared network at the nearest frame relay switch, travels the majority of its distance through the shared frame relay network, and then transfers to the private line closest to the receiving customer. For multiple location businesses which do not require circuits which provide maximum efficiency and have locations which need less than t1 bandwidth, frame relay has been a viable option. The private virtual circuits (PVCs) of frame, can be less expensive than point to point circuits depending on the configuration of the customer’s network. For point-to-point, the distance between network locations has a major impact on circuit price. For frame, the longer the distance utilized via a shared network, the greater the cost savings experienced by the customer, when compared to point-to-point. Another factor which makes frame relay less expensive than point-to-point is that the nearest frame relay node is often much closer to the customer than the provider’s central office. This results in less private line distance being calculated into pricing. An additional benefit is that with frame relay it is often possible to connect to a provider which is hundreds of miles away for close to the same price as connecting to a local provider. For this reason, the number of providers which can be compared is significantly expanded. Frame relay is primarily used for the transmission of intermediate data between LANs, and between end points of a wide area network. Until the most recent few years, the rapid increase in use of LANs and increased availability of fiber optic links had resulted in increased usage of frame relay. Frame relay is at times used for video conferencing, however, point-to-point and MPLS networks are now far better suited for applications which require high efficiency and/or low packet loss.

Recently, frame has begun to become obsolete. There are several reasons for this. First, the price of clear channel T1 has decreased to the point where, it is often less expensive to obtain full t1 to the internet, than it would cost for fractional frame. Second, MPLS (multiprotocol label switching) can offer multiple prioritized applications, over a single circuit. For an extremely competitive price, customers can now obtain completely managed MPLS networks, which prioritize high priority applications such as VOIP, video conferencing, and video or audio streaming. With MPLS these applications carried simultaneously over one circuit with much greater efficiency and far less packet loss than frame. Additionally, because MPLS facilitates encryption, and runs on a closed network, it is now as secure as or more secure than point-to-point circuits. To obtain pricing for frame, MPLS or point-to-point, for your business locations, please use the pricing tool at the top of this page. It is free, easy to use, and there is no obligation. (Click here to return to top of page)