flat-rate connection
[/flæt reɪt kəˈnɛkʃən/]
nounpl: flat-rate connections
conexão de tarifa fixa
1. An internet or telecommunications service plan with a fixed monthly fee regardless of usage volume or data consumption
The company switched to a flat-rate connection to simplify their monthly expenses.
A empresa mudou para uma conexão de tarifa fixa para simplificar suas despesas mensais.
2. A pricing model where customers pay a consistent amount per period rather than variable charges based on consumption
With a flat-rate connection, there are no surprise bills at the end of the month.
Com uma conexão de tarifa fixa, não há contas surpresa no final do mês.
This term became particularly relevant in Brazil during the 2000s internet expansion when telecom companies shifted from metered to flat-rate models. In North America and Europe, flat-rate connections are now standard for residential internet, while in Brazil, such plans remain a competitive selling point for ISPs. The concept is deeply tied to consumer protection discussions in both markets, as unlimited plans are often seen as more transparent and budget-friendly for households.
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