Broadband: meaning, definitions and examples
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broadband
[ ˈbrɔːdbænd ]
internet connection
Broadband refers to a high-speed internet connection that allows for faster data transmission compared to traditional dial-up connections. It enables users to access the internet, stream videos, make video calls, and download/upload files quickly.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Many households now rely on broadband for their internet needs.
- With broadband, you can watch HD videos without buffering.
- Broadband has revolutionized communication by making information more accessible.
- Businesses depend on broadband for efficient online operations.
- The government is working to expand broadband access to rural areas.
Translations
Translations of the word "broadband" in other languages:
🇵🇹 banda larga
🇮🇳 ब्रॉडबैंड
🇩🇪 Breitband
🇮🇩 pita lebar
🇺🇦 широкосмуговий доступ
🇵🇱 szerokopasmowy
🇯🇵 ブロードバンド
🇫🇷 haut débit
🇪🇸 banda ancha
🇹🇷 geniş bant
🇰🇷 광대역
🇸🇦 النطاق العريض
🇨🇿 širokopásmový
🇸🇰 širokopásmový
🇨🇳 宽带
🇸🇮 širokopasovni
🇮🇸 breiðband
🇰🇿 кең жолақты
🇬🇪 სისქე
🇦🇿 genişzolaqlı
🇲🇽 banda ancha
Word origin
The term 'broadband' originated in the 1980s to describe a type of data transmission that could carry multiple signals simultaneously over a single medium. It has since evolved to become synonymous with high-speed internet connections. Broadband technology has rapidly advanced over the years, enabling faster and more reliable internet access for individuals and businesses worldwide.
See also: broad, broadcast, broadcaster, broaden, broadened, broadening, broadly.