Understanding NBN Technology
The National Broadband Network (NBN) is Australia’s high-speed broadband network, built to replace old copper-based systems and deliver faster, more reliable internet to homes and businesses.
Different connection types deliver NBN to your premises — and each offers different speeds and performance levels.
NBN Fixed Line Connections
FTTN – Fibre to the Node
Fibre to the Node (FTTN) uses fibre cables that run to a central node in your area, then connects to your property using the existing copper telephone line.
- Fibre runs to a local street cabinet (the node).
- Copper wiring carries the connection the rest of the way.
- Speeds depend on the distance between your property and the node.
Best for: homes and small businesses
Typical Speeds: up to 100 Mbps
FTTC – Fibre to the Curb
Fibre to the Curb (FTTC) brings the fibre closer to your property — right to the curb or pit outside.
- The final few metres use copper or coaxial cable.
- An NBN connection device (NCD) powers the service inside your property.
- Offers a strong balance of speed and reliability.
Best for: medium-sized businesses and busy households
Typical Speeds: 100–250 Mbps
FTTP – Fibre to the Premises
Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) provides a direct fibre connection from the NBN exchange straight to your property.
- 100% fibre — no copper involved.
- Delivers the highest speed, stability, and upgrade potential.
- Ideal for businesses that rely heavily on cloud services, video calls, or large data transfers.
Best for: high-demand users and business-critical connections
Typical Speeds: up to 1000 Mbps and beyond
HFC – Hybrid Fibre Coaxial
Hybrid Fibre Coaxial (HFC) combines fibre optics with existing Pay TV coaxial cables.
- Fibre runs to your local node.
- Coaxial cables connect the network to your premises.
- Uses an NBN connection box and modem for setup.
Best for: urban areas with existing cable networks
Typical Speeds: up to 1000 Mbps
Enterprise Ethernet (EE)
Empower your business with next-generation connectivity through NBN Enterprise Ethernet — the premium, high-performance solution designed for organisations that rely on fast, stable, and secure internet.
- Dedicated, symmetrical speeds for equal upload and download performance.
- Ensures smooth cloud access, video conferencing, large data transfers, and real-time collaboration.
- Includes business-grade SLAs, priority fault restoration, and 24/7 local support.
- Provides scalability and reliability for growing teams and multi-location businesses.
- Offers flexible bandwidth options to match your business growth and performance needs.
Best for: organisations requiring guaranteed performance and uptime
Typical Speeds: symmetrical bandwidth options up to 10 Gbps
Provider: Square One Telecom — powering WA businesses with enterprise-grade connectivity that just works.
Choosing the Right Connection
Not every property uses the same NBN technology — it depends on your location and local infrastructure. At Square One Telecom, we help you understand your connection type and match it with a plan that maximises performance.
Experience fast, stable, and secure internet with local WA support and a network designed to keep your business connected.