The Portuguese cable operator Cabovisão has announced increased internet access speeds using the new Docsis 3.0 standard. Starting from the middle of this month, the cabler will introduce two new broadband products.
Called Nitro 120 Mbps and Nitro 60 Mbp, the new packages will be available in cities such as Viseu, Beja, Corroios, Moita, Alcochete, Sesimbra and Palmela to both residential and business clients.
The Nitro service will also available in triple-play packs with digital TV and telephony services. The 120 Mbps (upload 6 Mbs) offer will cost €65.65 and the 60 Mbps (upload 3 Mbps) €57.65.
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