In computing, a Network Service Provider (NSP) is a company that provides network connectivity to commercial Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and large organizations. The NSP provides the backbone for the large network clouds used around the world. This backbone makes it possible for a person to connect to a local ISP and also communicate with groups at other ISPs around the world.
Cat5 cable, which is used with networks.
The computer network is an advanced set of telecommunications devices used by various computers. It is similar to the telephone network used by consumers for telephone service. The network service provider is responsible for connecting separate computer networks into a global backbone.
The backbone of the computer network is the main point of exchange for connecting various networks. This backbone network is managed by the NSP and provides global connectivity. These providers are responsible for ensuring that the network is reliable and working well. This reliability is critical for telecommunications companies selling network connectivity to consumers.
The Internet is a wide range of networks connected through a special Internet Protocol (IP). These networks use existing telecommunications infrastructure that has been available for many decades around the world. The network service provider has enabled access to various Internet service providers by providing the connection point to the telecommunications backbone.
Most large companies require telecommunications services for phones, email services, and computer connectivity for employees. The network service provider sells this service to large organizations at a discounted price. Some examples of network service providers include Verizon, AT&T, and Sprint.
Network technology has expanded to include cable, satellite, cellular, and standard Internet protocol. Most network service providers are expanding into all areas of telecommunications. This created a one-stop shop for customers, allowing entertainment, telephone and computer networks to be managed by a single company.
The network service provider (NSP) sells telecommunications services based on volume and network traffic. This is known as the bandwidth requirement for the network connection. Streaming video over the Internet has significant bandwidth requirements. This bandwidth is provided by the NSP to the ISP for consumer use.
Network bandwidth is usually sold in specific size increments. Larger blocks are sold to an ISP at discounted prices because they require broader general usage. The Internet service provider generates revenue by charging customers additional dial-up fees for this bandwidth capacity.
