Fiber Optic vs Satellite,
Which Meets Your Needs?
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The Latest Network Infrastructure Technology
DID YOU KNOW?
Choosing an Internet Connection According to Your Needs
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Biznet Enhances the Lives of People in Sulawesi with New and More Affordable Biznet Home Service
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People are now having more options for connecting to the Internet. The transmission media also vary; some use fixed line cables such as fiber optics, while others use electromagnetic waves such as radio frequencies and satellites. Then, which option is best for people nowadays? Basically, these options can certainly complete each other where both can meet the ever-increasing people’s digital needs and can support the acceleration of equitable Internet access, especially in Indonesia. In this edition of Inspire, we will share some information on the differences between fiber optic and satellite, so you can find out which Internet suits your needs.
As an integrated digital infrastructure company in Indonesia, Biznet also continues to innovate by officially launching and operating its first submarine fiber optic cable, named Biznet Nusantara Cable System-1 (BNCS-1), which also aims to reduce the digital gap between large and small cities in Indonesia. You can also read information about BNCS-1 in the July 2024 edition of Biznet Inspire Digital Magazine. So, happy reading!
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TRENDING TODAY
The Latest Network Infrastructure Technology
Recently you might read news about the Internet infrastructure including fiber optic and satellite. Then, how do we understand the differences between these technologies, especially in this digital era, the Internet has become a primary need for society. However, many areas in Indonesia still lack Internet access, so fiber optic and satellite infrastructure is a solution for providing equitable internet access to communities. Here are the differences between fiber optic and satellite that you need to know:
The Speed
Fiber optic cables can provide very high and stable speeds. On the other hand, satellite-based
Internet is quite fast for everyday activity like browsing, but it has a weakness in terms of latency.
Satellite Internet tends to have higher latency due to the distance the signal must travel, causing
a slight delay in response. This can be an issue, for example, when playing online games that require
low latency.
The Coverage
Fiber optic cables are an infrastructure that can reach islands, areas and regions in big
cities through both land and sea cables. However, satellite networks have wider coverage
in more remote and hard-to-reach areas that are difficult for fiber optic cables to reach,
such as mountains and coastal regions.
The Installation
Fiber optic cable in Indonesia is usually installed by technicians from the provider, users only
need to wait for the technician to come and install the necessary devices. As for satellite networks,
users have to do the installation themselves and place the equipment in a location with a clear view
of the sky, such as the roof of the house. This can be challenging, especially for those living in apartments
or places with limited space. Obstructions between the antenna and the sky can reduce the quality of the
received signal.
Both infrastructure technologies, fiber optic and satellite, have their own
advantages, with the same goal of supporting equitable access across
Indonesia. This ensures that people can easily receive opportunities and
information in this digital era.
“With better access tothe Internet, people do more searches.”
– Larry Page, Internet Entrepreneur.
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Biznet Nusantara Cable System-1
Biznet as an integrated digital infrastructure company in Indonesia continues to prove its commitment to reduce the digital gap by equalizing Internet connection access to support the digital transformation. Through Biznet Nusantara Cable System-1 (BNCS-1), Biznet’s first submarine fiber optic cable network.pertama.
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Biznet Launches Its First Submarine Cable, Biznet Nusantara Cable System-1 (BNCS-1)
Biznet officially launched its first submarine cable through the Biznet Nusantara Cable System (BNCS-1) on June 20, 2024, in Bali, Indonesia. Throughout 2022 to 2023, Biznet developed the BNCS-1, a submarine fiber optic cable network connecting Java, Sumatra, and Bangka islands with a distance of approximately 100 KM. The BNCS-1 network consists of 24 pairs (48 cores) of fiber optic cables using the latest Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) technology. Each 1 pair (2 cores) of fiber optic cable can transmit data at 96 x 400 Gbps = 38.4 Tbps. With a total of 24 pairs, the BNCS-1 network has a total capacity of 24 x 38.4 Tbps = 921.6 Tbps. This network capacity can be increased in line with DWDM technology advancements.
The construction of BNCS-1 is expected to provide high-speed Internet connectivity between islands in Indonesia, accelerating equitable access to digitalization and modernization of society through digital connectivity between islands and the world.
Biznet Participates in KLY Malamnya Bola
KapanLagi Youniverse hosted an event themed “Malamnya Bola” to celebrate the match between the Indonesian national team and the Philippines in Jakarta for the final round of Group F of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. This event took place on June 11, 2024, at the Jakarta International Velodrome, offering free space for national team supporters to watch the match together (nobar). Biznet also participated by providing the best Internet connection to ensure the smooth running of the nobar event.
DID YOU KNOW?
Choosing an Internet Connection
According to Your Needs
With the advent of the Internet supported by technologies such as fiber optic and satellite, there are now more options for internet connections available to the public. Given these various options, how do you choose the best internet connection?
1. Know Your Digital Activities
Everyone has different activities, resulting in varying internet needs. If your daily activities are quite demanding and require faster internet, such as uploading/downloading large files, online gaming, live streaming, and so on, it is recommended to use the internet with fiber optic technology that can provide higher and more stable speeds.
2. Ensure Your Area is Covered
Essentially, fiber optic and satellite technologies complement each other. Currently, fiber optic infrastructure in Indonesia is still limited to major cities, whereas satellite-based Internet can reach smaller areas. So, if your area is already covered by fiber optic cables, you can use fiber optic Internet that can provide you with higher speed Internet.
3. Adjust to Your Budget
Fiber optic Internet offers higher speed service packages at more affordable prices, while satellite Internet usually has more expensive service packages. Although satellite Internet can reach smaller areas, this must still be adjusted to the purchasing power of the people in those areas.
The choice is actually in the hands of the people, depending on their specific needs. One thing is certain, having an Internet connection with a big bandwidth capacity is now possible for all of us. Indonesians now have the option of high-speed Internet services to support their digital activities without worry about bandwidth limitations. Watching over-the-top (OTT) services in 4K quality, uploading large files, and having online meetings without fear of lagging bandwidth can now be done at home, where people now don’t need to come to a café or working space for connecting to a fast Internet. So, let’s develop our potential by becoming creative digital citizens who are ready to compete in the international market.
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Biznet Enhances the Lives of People in Sulawesi with New and More Affordable Biznet Home Service
Biznet, as a digital infrastructure company in Indonesia, continues to show its commitment to providing the best Internet services to all customers, including those in Sulawesi. Starting from June 16, 2024, Biznet is offering new Biznet Home services specifically for the people of Sulawesi, with more affordable prices and bigger bandwidth capacity.
Here are the details of the new Biznet Home service packages, specifically in Sulawesi as of June 16, 2024:
| Service Packages | Previous Bandwidth | New Bandwidth | Quota (GB) | Monthly Fee |
| Biznet Home Internet 0DW | – | 30 Mbps | 750 | Rp 200,000 |
| Biznet Home Internet 1DW | 30 Mbps | 100 Mbps | 1,500 | Rp 330,000 |
| Biznet Home Internet 2DW | 50 Mbps | 150 Mbps | 2,500 | Rp 530,000 |
| Biznet Home Gamers 3DW | 50 Mbps | 150 Mbps | 3,000 | Rp 630,000 |
The above price does not include 11% VAT
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2024
Expansion all over Indonesia.
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services from city to city!
Biznet built the first Fiber Optic Network in the Jakarta CBD – Sudirman area, using Metro Ethernet technology with a ring configuration.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 10KM.
Biznet launched GlobalPOP in Tokyo and peer with Japan Internet Exchange (JPIX).
Biznet expanded Biznet Fiber to reach more area in Jakarta CBD area.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 50 KM.
Biznet launched Biznet Fiber with Fiber To The Home (FTTH) technology, which was the first FTTH network in South East Asia.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 250KM.
Biznet built a 300 KM InterCity network between Serang, Banten and Bandung, West Java to provide services for those areas.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 1,000 KM.
Biznet expanded the Biznet Fiber to Bali with 30 KM of Fiber Optic route.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 1,200KM.
Biznet started Biznet Technovillage Project, a Tier 3 Data Center located in Cimanggis, West Java.
Biznet launched Biznet Cloud service for enterprise market.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 1,500 KM.
Biznet launched Biznet Ventures to incubate new startup company.
Biznet expanded 2 new GlobalPOPs in Manila, Philippines and Sydney, Australia.
Biznet started IPv6 Address allocation.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 2,500KM.
Biznet started max3 Studioworks, a multimedia production facility to produce in-house contents.
Biznet Technovillage started operation on 18 July 2012.
Biznet launched max3 Internet + Cable for residential and apartment users on 6 December 2012.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 5,000 KM.
Biznet Fiber Home: 20,000 homepasses.
max3 Internet + Cable TV was launched in Bali.
Biznet Fiber home network has reached 120,000 homepasses nationally.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 7,500 KM.
Biznet Fiber Home: 120,000 homepasses.
Biznet expanded Biznet Fiber to Sumatra and opened new branch offices in Palembang, Jambi and Padang.
Biznet Data Center Bali started operation on 10 April 2014.
Biznet Fiber home network has reached 200,000 homepasses nationally.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 5,000 KM.
Biznet Fiber Home: 200,000 homepasses.
Biznet opened more branch offices in West Java & Central Java.
Biznet rebranded its logo and service name.
Biznet continues expanding Biznet Fiber network nationwide.
Biznet Fiber Java Bangka Batam Singapore started operation on 7 August 2015 with 2x100 Gbps capacity.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 15,000 KM.
Biznet Fiber Home: 240,000 homepasses.
Biznet expanded Biznet Fiber to Batam Island and more cities in Java Island.
Biznet Fiber Java-Bali expanded from Semarang to Surabaya.
Total Biznet Fiber Route: 18,000 KM.
Biznet Fiber Home: 350,000 homepasses.
Biznet expanded Biznet Fiber to Kudus and more cities in Java Island.
Biznet Fiber Semarang - Surabaya route is completed.
Total Biznet Fiber Route: 21,000 KM.
Biznet Fiber Home: 450,000 homepasses.
Biznet expanded Biznet Fiber to Garut, Tasikmalaya, Cilacap and more cities in Java Island.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 27,000 KM.
Biznet Fiber Home: 480,000 homepasses.
Biznet expanded Biznet Fiber to Singaraja - Bali, Batu Aji - Batam, and more cities in Java Island, Bali and Batam.
Biznet announced network expansion to Pontianak, West Kalimantan and Bandar Lampung, Lampung Province.
Total Biznet Fiber Route: 36,000 KM.
Biznet Fiber Home: 500,000 homepasses.
Biznet Officially launched Biznet IPTV service and expands Biznet Fiber network to Sulawesi by officially opened a new branch office in Manado and Medan.
On 8 August 2020, Biznet launched a new company, PrimaMedix, a manufacturing company for health products for daily use and industry.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 45,000 KM.
Biznet Fiber Home: 500,000+ homepasses.
Biznet continues expanding its network to more area/city in Indonesia, including Medan, Makassar, Labuan Bajo and Kupang City.
Total Biznet Fiber Route: 55,000 KM.
Biznet Fiber Home: 1,100,000 homepass.
Biznet expands its network to 3 provinces in Sumatra Island, including Bandar Lampung to Aceh.
Build Biznet Nusantara Cable System (BNCS) 1, which is connected from Anyer (Java) – Kalianda (Sumatra) and Sungsang (Sumatra) - Muntok (Bangka Belitung) for approximately 100 KM.
Total Biznet Fiber route: 65,000 KM
Biznet Fiber Home: 1,500,000 homepasses.
Biznet Builds Biznet Cable Station
Biznet Cable Landing Station or Biznet MarinePOP, is the main gateway to connect islands in Indonesia and the world, making it possible to provide Internet and Data Communication services with large and fast capacity.
Total Biznet Fiber routes: 100,000 KM.
Biznet Fiber Home: 2,400,000 homepasses.
Biznet Builds Biznet Cable Station
Biznet Cable Landing Station or Biznet MarinePOP, is the main gateway to connect islands in Indonesia and the world, making it possible to provide Internet and Data Communication services with large and fast capacity.
Total Biznet Fiber routes: 100,000 KM.
Biznet Fiber Home: 2,400,000 homepasses.
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