PLNet

The Province provides Internet access through the Provincial Learning Network (PLNet). PLNet is a secure, high-speed network that connects all of B.C.’s public schools and colleges with each other in a centrally managed intranet.

PLNet users (students, staff, administrators, and teachers) should contact the Technology Department in their own organizations regarding any questions or problems.

Technically speaking, what does the PLNet do?
The PLNet is a secure, high-speed network that connects all of BC's public schools and colleges with each other in a centrally-managed 'wide area network' or 'intranet'. The PLNet enables districts to communicate, exchange information and deliver learning material. PLNet provides each school with Internet access, secure data transfer capability, around the clock help-desk support and consultative support services.

Does PLNet provide education content?
No, the PLNet is the infrastructure, or backbone, which allows both Internet access and interaction and collaboration between students, teachers, and administrators.

Esentially PLNet is just a ISP to distribute internet, with large up front costs is it worth it compared to regular internet packages offered by telus?

Telus business rate plans

Office: $71.95/month or $66.95/month on contract

• 70GB monthly transfer
• Up to 3.0 Mbps Downstream,1.0 Mbps Upstream
  

Server: $96.95/month or $91.95/month on contract

Ideal for businesses with multiple locations that hosts Web or email servers. You receive:

• 2 static IP addresses
• 80GB monthly transfer
• Up to 3.0 Mbps Downstream,1.0 Mbps Upstream
  

Server: $166.95/month or $161.95/month on contract

You probably host your own servers and have more complicated online activities that require greater speed and bandwidth. You receive:

• 5 static IP addresses***
• 100GB monthly transfer
• Up to 4.0 Mbps Downstream, 1.0 Mbps Upstream