The Fiber connection
is the best connection.

Beginning with basics, we're here to help you understand everything
you need to know to make your Internet connectivity at home the
best it can be.

WiFi never looked so good.

Say hello to the newest member of the BLAST family.

Simply stated, having the best connection means you can do more things like have crystal clear, uninterrupted video calls with family and friends, send emails and pictures securely, or quickly share things on social media. A good place to begin with a better understanding the types of Internet services would meet your needs best.

Simply stated, having the best connection means you can do more things like have crystal clear, uninterrupted video calls with family and friends, send emails and pictures securely, or quickly share things on social media. A good place to begin with a better understanding the types of Internet services would meet your needs best.

Have Questions?

 

Without Fiber, you're missing out.

Unless you have fiber, you’re not getting the whole internet. Cable internet is for TV. Wireless cellphone

data is for making phone calls. Fiber is what you’ve been missing.

 
 
 

Broadband service providers are not all the same.

Here’s what you need to know.

Home internet can be delivered via telephone line, cable TV, wireless and even satellite. The best internet is Fiber Optic.

With Fiber you get:

  • The most reliable internet

  • No data caps or throttling
  • No limitations on speed

  • No buffering struggles
 
 

Types of Internet

The type of Internet service you choose will largely depend on which Internet service providers (ISPs) serve

your area, along with the types of service they offer. The common types of Internet service are:

 
 
 
 

Now you know what type of internet service you need.

Next, you need to understand Wi-Fi.

The good news is most service providers offer Wi-Fi as part of your internet plan or as an add-on. Here are a few essential questions to ask so you have the best experience.

 

Now you have everything you need to call your local provider.

 

Now you have everything you need to call your local provider.

 
 

What to expect when you order service.

When you order service, they are going to ask you questions and you will need to make some decisions.

Here are some things to expect and information you may want to know.

 
 
 

Be prepared so you can get the right service the first time.

  • How do you use the internet?

  • Do you work from home?

  • Do you have children?

  • Does anyone in the home game?

  • How large is your home?

  • How many connected devices are in the home?
 
 
 

Be prepared so you can get the right service the first time.

  • How do you use the internet?

  • Do you work from home?

  • Do you have children?

  • Does anyone in the home game?

  • How large is your home?

  • How many connected devices are in the home?
 
 

Why are they asking me these types of questions?

 
 
 

Key Terms

 

Key Terms

 
 

Commonly Asked Questions

How much bandwidth do I really need?

A minimum speed of 100 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload is a good starting point for most people.

Why would I want more?

If you have many devices you want to connect to the internet or have multiple people in the house, you may need more bandwidth, especially if you watch multiple shows or movies at the same time. If you work from home and need to upload large files to the cloud or are frequently on video conferencing calls, more upload speed may be required.

What is a Triple Play, and do I need that?

Triple play packages or bundles come with Phone (Landline), TV, and Internet service. If you’re really looking to keep it simple, just sign up for great internet service but make sure it comes with some form of Wi-Fi.

 
 
 
 

Want to explore more?

Once you've chosen an ISP, most providers will send a technician to your house to turn on the connection. For Managed WiFi customers your technician will set up everything for you. Once that’s complete, you can open your web browser and begin using the Internet. If you have any problems, and have Managed WiFi, your local ISP will have a dedicated number for you to call to quickly resolve any issue you may be experiencing.

 
 
 
 
 

Want to explore more?

Once you've chosen an ISP, most providers will send a technician to your house to turn on the connection. For Managed WiFi customers your technician will set up everything for you. Once that’s complete, you can open your web browser and begin using the Internet. If you have any problems, and have Managed WiFi, your local ISP will have a dedicated number for you to call to quickly resolve any issue you may be experiencing.

 
 
 

Upload. Download.

Upstairs Downstairs.

Whether you are working from home,

into gaming, love streaming or doing

online learning, anywhere in the house,

fiber makes it all work faster.

Upload. Download.

Upstairs Downstairs.

Whether you are working from home,

into gaming, love streaming or doing

online learning, anywhere in the house,

fiber makes it all work faster.

 

Fiber means faster

Fiber was built for the internet and your Internet download and upload speed should be equally fast. And most ISPs offer several tiers of service with different Internet speeds, usually measured in Mbps (short for megabits per second). If you mainly want to use the Internet for email and social networking, a slower connection (around 2 to 5 Mbps) might be all you need. However, if you want to download music or stream videos, you'll want a faster connection (at least 5 Mbps or higher).

 

Without fiber, a gig is not a gig.

Gig or Gigabit is the new standard for fast internet speed. Gone are the days of measuring internet speed in terms of only download and megabits. Service providers that offer fiber internet typically offer something called symmetrical speed packages. This means when you subscribe to a 1 Gig internet plan you get the same download speed (1 Gbps) and upload speed (1 Gbps), this is something only fiber can do. Most importantly, service providers know how to make sure you are getting the most our of all that speed with equally match Wi-Fi systems like the GigaSpire BLAST Wi-Fi6 system. If you’re not on fiber with a GigaSpire BLAST, a gig is not a gig.

 

Why cheaper isn’t always better.

You want the fastest, most reliable internet you can get, right? Well all that technology requires investment. Thankfully many broadband service providers have spent the last 20 years upgrading their networks to fiber optic internet. The benefits to you are:

  • Internet speeds that are 10-80 times faster
  • Same speeds for down and upload
  • More reliable connection with no "freezing"
  • No throttling of your service
  • Higher quality TV
  • Better gaming
  • Reliable telemedicine

Don't play the price game. Getting the best service is worth it.

 
 
 
 

One App. Total Control.

All your Wi-Fi experiences. All in one app.

Take control with CommandIQ.

 

Why GigaSpire BLAST and WiFi 6

Managed

Fully managed and supported in conjunction with your internet service means you can rest assured if you have a question or problem. 24/7 remote support so you're never without help.

Simple

Easy setup with plug and play whole home expandability.

Reliable

Intelligent WiFi eliminates congestion, interference and auto-selects the best band and channel for your experience.

Secure

Automatic software updates provide improved security as ProtectIQ™ ensures every device on your WiFi network is protected from online threats.

Speed

Our dual-band WiFi 6 (802.11ax) offers the most advanced WiFi bandwidth everywhere in your home.