What is a T1? What is Frame Relay?
A T1 is a dedicated data circuit that has a throughput of 1.54Mbps typically delivered over 2 pairs copper phone wires through the phone company. Almost any location can order this service since it does not have distance limitations like DSL. This service is available as a point to point connection (your location to Goldrush for example) that can be used to access the Internet once it reaches the Internet proividers network. This service commonly uses HDSL technology today and is thus not using T1 signalling for most of the distance but it is still considered a T1 circuit. A T1 is considered a circuit switched service (the circuit is switched by the phone companys switch). The cost for the circuit, not including possible mileage charges, is about $389.00 per month with an approximated $1000 setup fee (often waived on a 2 year contract). Internet access charges will be added to this according to how much bandwidth you want (128Kb -1.54Mbps). A full 1.
