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In Pakistan, broadband internet technologies can be grouped into four categories, which include Cable Internet, DSL, WIMAX and Optical Fiber. Each broadband technology has helped improve the speed and bandwidth at which homes and offices in Pakistan are delivered data and connectivity. At present the latest technology in broadband connectivity in Pakistan is Optical Fiber. So what is it? Fiber optical cables transmit data using optical technology (light based). Unlike previous technologies such as cable and DSL, optical fiber is a lot quicker and has the ability to deliver higher bandwidth.
Some of the leading fiber optic providers in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad/Rawalpindi are Storm Fiber (Cybernet), Optix (Multinet) offered in Karachi and Lahore, and Nayatel (Micronet Broadband) offered in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Since fiber optic is a relatively new technology the providers haven’t covered all localities in the relevant cities. Having said this, the areas that the technology is available is growing quite rapidly.
With the availability of differing technologies, it becomes really difficult to make a decision with respect to selecting a service that matches your requirements and budgets. Also reaching these service providers becomes a hassle, often you have to wait for endless amounts of time on the phone when calling their offices to log in a simple request, and then most of the time the representative gets your order wrong.
Before buying in to a service it is best to shop around, though this can be time consuming you should always try to do this. In today’s day in age it has become a lot easier to find internet packages that meet your requirements through comparison sites. Comparison sites help you discover, compare, and apply for a variety of services such as broadband internet.
Some of the leading internet providers in each category are as follows:
PTCL
In Pakistan, PTCL has the widest geography coverage and some of the better DSL speeds and packages. However, you may in some instances be let down when it comes to customer service. Having said this they are the undisputed king when it comes to coverage. They offer DSL cable which comes with your PTCL telephone line. The downside of the service is that if your telephone line goes or is nonfunctional the chances are the internet will also not work.
PTCL offers a wide variety internet plans for all budgets and data requirements
Fiber optic providers in Karachi & Lahore
There are two main providers at the moment in these two cities. If you live in an area where their services are offered you should sign up for it right away. Fiber optic is the way to go. It gives you phenomenal speeds and bandwidths. However, be careful when selecting a package as some of the providers have time durations where you are receiving more or less speed. For example between 7:00 am to 7:00 pm you may get only 2 Mbps and post 7:00 pm you will get a higher speed limit.
At the moment Storm Fiber offered by Cybernet is the rage in Karachi and Lahore. The service levels are without any parallel previously, they go to the extent of keeping you updated in the event there is any interruption in the speeds, or connectivity via automated e-mail’s and SMS. They understand that in today’s day in age data is important, and having a loss of connectivity can cause people a lot of distress and inconvenience – thus the robust customer communication and support. The only bad thing at the moment is that due to their popularity they are falling short on installation timelines. An installation with them can take anywhere up to 15 days. The area’s where they are available are as follows:
| Karachi | Lahore |
| 1. Creekvista – Phase VIII
2. DHA – Phase II 3. DHA – Phase II extention 4. DHA – Gizri Lanes –Phase IV 5. DHA – Phase V 6. DHA – Phase VI 7. DHA – Phase VII 8. DHA – Phase VII extension 9. DHA – Phase V (Army Housing Schem) 10. Naval Housing Society (Zamzama) 11. Civil Lines 12. Bath Islands 13. The Place 14. The Forum 15. Ocean Mall 16. Clifton – Block I 17. Clifton – Block II 18. Clifton – Block IV 19. Clifton – Block V 20. Clifton – Block VII 21. Clifton – Block VII 22. Old Clifton |
1. PCSIR Phase I
2. Eden Canal Villas 3. New Muslim Town 4. New Garden Town (Usman Block, Ahmed Block, Abu Bakr Block, Garden Block, Ali Block
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Here are some of Storm Fiber’s Best Selling Internet Plans:
You can see the other promotions and packages offered by Storm Fiber at your convenience if you would like to learn more.
Additionally the other good service provider offering competitive services is Optix. Optix is fairly new and is just starting out. However, they are a promising service provider that should be able to offer a competitive service. Currently Optix is available in the following locations
| Karachi | Lahore |
| 1. Bath Island
2. ZamZama 3. DHA Phase V 4. DHA Phase V (Army Housing Scheme) 5. DHA Phase VI 6. Clifton Block II 7. Clifton Block III 8. Clifton Block VIII 9. Khalique-Uz-Zaman Road 10. Frere Town 11. Civil Lines
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1. Alpha Society
2. DHA Phase V 3. DHA Phase VI 4. Sui Gas Society 5. Tech Society
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Below are some of the packages that they are offering.
Fiber optic providers in Islamabad and Rawalpindi
In Islamabad and Rawalpindi, the leading provider is Nayatel. They have some great deals on offer as well. You can glance over their respective packages to get a better idea of the packages they have on offer.[AdSense-B]
When picking a package from Nayatel be sure to go through their terms, as they have time sensitive speeds. This means you get higher speeds at specific times of the day as opposed to throughout the day.In the future be sure to compare before you buy. Making more informed decisions about your purchase hasn’t been easier before. Forget having to visit each providers website, or calling them independently. You now have the power to make the decision quicker. What is best that comparison sites help you save time and money. Use comparison engines to facilitate your decision and purchasing behavior.
