Constructing the IT superhighway
Cronin, S
Constructing the IT superhighway - 2000 - Construction News (6692) 16 November 2000, 24(1) .
Examines how developments in information and communications technology are providing significant opportunities for the construction industry. The latest, broadband technology, which allows quicker access to the internet, has prompted many utility contractors to install fast-work networks. This in turn provides opportunities for controlling broadband access in buildings, which the property sector has already cashed in on. Contractors have been slower to respond, but some are recognising the advantages of providing turnkey fibre optics. Finally, the growth of the web-hosting and co-location markets, including the development of internet hotels, offers major financial incentives for contractors.
FIBRE OPTICS
NETWORKS
CONTRACTORS
INTERNET HOTELS
BROADBAND TECHNOLOGY
CONSTRUCTION MARKET
INTERNET
Constructing the IT superhighway - 2000 - Construction News (6692) 16 November 2000, 24(1) .
Examines how developments in information and communications technology are providing significant opportunities for the construction industry. The latest, broadband technology, which allows quicker access to the internet, has prompted many utility contractors to install fast-work networks. This in turn provides opportunities for controlling broadband access in buildings, which the property sector has already cashed in on. Contractors have been slower to respond, but some are recognising the advantages of providing turnkey fibre optics. Finally, the growth of the web-hosting and co-location markets, including the development of internet hotels, offers major financial incentives for contractors.
FIBRE OPTICS
NETWORKS
CONTRACTORS
INTERNET HOTELS
BROADBAND TECHNOLOGY
CONSTRUCTION MARKET
INTERNET