The truth is, it varies - greatly! If you have Ethernet in your building, the setup fee typically associated with provisioning is usually significantly less
or waived rather than if a carrier has to run fiber to your
building or relay the Ethernet signal through copper or DS3 lines in the area. Each situation varies
on a case by case basis. That’s why our experts are here - to help you figure
out your best alternatives based upon your needs and budget.
Ethernet cost comparisons
Service
Speed (mbps)
Average
Price
Price
per Meg
DS1
1.54
$450
$292.20
Bonded T1
3
$800
$267.00
DS3
45
$5,000
$111.11
Ethernet
Copper
10
$950
$95.00
Fast Ethernet
100
$3,000
$30.00
Gigabit Ethernet
1000
$18,000
$18.00
The reason why Ethernet
is chosen over the other technologies is due to its many
benefits:
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