VDSL switches are a good middle ground between Ethernet switches and DSLAMs ... _____ From: Richards, David [mailto:David.Richards(a)ccc.govt.nz] Sent: Monday, 17 January 2005 5:34 p.m. To: jon.brewer(a)araneo.net.nz Cc: nznog Subject: RE: [nznog] Alternative DSL? Any reason why you aren't thinking Ethernet? - Provided the distances are shot. An Ethernet switch is a lot cheaper than a DSLAM. -- David Richards, Senior Network Engineer IT Services Unit - 'Enabling people through technology' Christchurch City Council, New Zealand Phone: +64 3 941 8689 | Fax: +64 3 941 8989 | Mobile: +64 27 242 7689 email: David.Richards(a)ccc.govt.nz