with broadband there is no need to dial-up which means that you access to the internet is always available
Always-on refers to broadband services that are connected all the time, eliminating the need to dial-up to connect.
'Always-on' technologies such as broadband and GPRS can receive data continually, rather than using a modem to connect to the Internet each time. This access is paid for on a rental or 'leased line' basis, rather than according to the amount of time spent on the connection.
A permanent network connection.
An internet connection which remains on 24/7 such as ADSL or cable, rather than only connecting on demand like a dialup.
When internet access is by dial-up the connection is only in place when the user actually dials into the network. xDSL are fast internet access products which are always connected to the internet once the computer and modem are turned on. They are said to be "always-on".
You don't have to dial into a broadband connection. If your PC is on and you're logged on to your broadband service, you're online