We are not alone - lack of LLU around the world!

aidanodr · 10-10-2006 2:30am #1

Hi Guys,

Talking to a buddy of mine in OZ on IRC about all this Telco stuff and LLU etc [ or as it is know downunder ULL dont you know ]. The incumbant over there is Telstra [ OZ'es Eircom - I think ]. It pretty much reads the same. They were also privatised inc infrastructure and have since been hampering progress too:

http://www.budde.com.au/Reports/Contents/Australia-Unbundling-of-the-Local-Loop-ULL-3029.html

"The unbundling of the local loop or in more technical terms Unconditioned Local Loop Services (ULLS) involves the use of unconditioned cable (typically copper) between end-users and a telephone exchange, where the cable terminates. This service enables access seekers to supply advanced, high-speed data services, such as DSL, to customers as well as local and long-distance voice services in competition with Telstra. As a result, fundamentally new services can be developed which stimulate innovation, competition and new growth. Telstra has been hampering progress since 1998 it was not until the ACCC received new powers under a new Act that some progress was made in 2003; new tariffs were announced in December 2004, by 2006 progress was still non existent."

Ah yes, sounds all to familiar, doesnt it,
Well at least we are not alone

Aidan

aidanodr · 10-10-2006 2:38am

LLU for Dummies

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_loop_unbundling

Further down the page is the state of LLU in other countries to date. Anyone want a stab at adding the state of LLU in Ireland to this? Feel free - it is a WIKI after all! Click the EDIT button to the right of "Unbundling developments around the world" header further down and off you go.

I would, but I do not have enough of the LLU tech or info,
Cheers
Aidan

We are not alone - lack of LLU around the world!

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