Got this from Dashken... IMHO, they have to get Streamyx out to MORE users. Like poor Max_87 who has been waiting for his broadband connection for so long! And I think the 1mbps connection will be a laugh.. I don't think TMNet can really support so many 1mbps lines beyond the main exchange.
Most people are only getting 768kbps now (those who got the free upgrade). I might consider upgrading to 1Mbps since that's more value for money. RM22 for double the speed...hmm...
I'm exciuted by the idea... but it's dependent on actual throughput. After getting 512, from my previous 384 connection, there was hardly any discernible increase in d/l speeds or actual throughput. So i'm taking all of this with a pinch of salt.
tempted as I may be.. i'm also very doubtful the extra RM22 for 512 -> 1MB will be really worth it. Cos I don't always download a lot. and also... i doubt tmnet can ever be able to maintain 1mbps connection for EVERYONE.. imagine.. 10 lines = 10MBps already 1000 in one area that's 1GBps just for that area alone.. possible??? doubt so anyways.. i'm also already happy with the '512' upgrade i'm experiencing now... 51KBps downloads now.. hahaha
whats the use of the upgrade ... since its not reliable ? i wan reliable constant connections that can stay atlleast @ 35kb/s & above.. not some bloody 1MB connection where there are times you cant even connect
Don't forget to read the small print. TMNet will not guarantee the transfer rate. In the first place, it's based on their "best efforts". Also, it will vary a bit, depending on how far you are from the exchange. Finally, when it comes to measuring the throughput, they only consider the thoughput of the connection from your ADSL modem to the port at your local exchange. Anything beyond that is a totally different matter. So, you MAY get a 1mbps connection. But it will probably be limited to TMNet's own network. 1mbps overseas? Highly unlikely...
I can feel the difference going from 384 to 512, since I always monitor the download/upload speed. That's how I found out I got the free upgrade. Since I'm a crazy download/uploader, I should benefit from the speed upgrade. And the speed around my area is very consistent. Wonder if I should upgrade...
crap full of crap... im supposed to have 384 but im getting sub 200 so it goes to show that 1) you shouldnt always believe what you read and see and 2) maybe dont life in a jungle like me...
Surprisingly, they didn't mention about the upload speed increment, IMO, way more important than downloading speed. 256Kbps has made me a lot more satisfied!
great news, great news....er great news i have no complain at all so far, even my 'gay' Aztech cant handle the 384 speed with full loads around 39-41kb/s
I'm getting 390 from this site... http://direct.tm.net.my/xpeedometer/xpeedometer.htm And I'm on a 66 package. My friend staying at Batu Maung, Penang... is using the 88 package. His speed is even lower than mine. Nearly 300 only. I asked him go complain. If TMNet can really maintain 1MB, RM22 is really worth it. But well, I don't think they can...
My connection can maintain at 45-50KB/sec 95% of the time. So I believe they can maintain that. If I can only persuade my father...I need a job!
