Ethernet Private Line Services allow for high-speed, high-security data transmissions between specific locations. It provides high bandwidth connections to assure the speedy transmission of files without security breaches and avoiding bandwidth congestion.

EPLs operate through highly simplified network connections without the need for new complex configurations and specialized hardware, making it the ideal choice to solve the networking requirements of current businesses.

The majority of EPL providers offer several bandwidth capacities to fit the needs of all businesses, from small organizations to huge multi-national companies. EPL installation and service charges are relative to bandwidth capacity as well as the addition of optional features.

Ethernet Private Line services include:

• Ethernet over T1
• Ethernet over DS3
• 10 Mbps Ethernet (10BaseT) over SONET
• Fast Ethernet (100BaseT) over SONET, including full rate Fast Ethernet (100 Mbps) and 50 Mbps partial rate Fast Ethernet
• Gigabit Ethernet over SONET, including full rate (1000 Mbps) Gigabit Ethernet and five partial rates (50, 150, 300, 450, and 600 Mbps)

Ethernet private lines are quickly becoming the industry standard for connecting computers to network service providers or to other computers in a local area network. They are transparent to the data transmitted and therefore support most common computer set ups and interfaces.

Whether for file transfer, email, or accessing the World Wide Web, Ethernet can provide a low overhead, high quality connection. By replacing legacy Frame Relay and ATM services with Ethernet based services, companies can reduce costs and simplify network administration by using LAN technology over the MAN (Metropolitan Area Network) and WAN (Wide Area Network).