Fiber internet is the fastest and most reliable internet connection and is ideal for business and residential customers. However, fiber internet speeds are subject to multiple variables, like all internet connections. Understanding these factors can help optimize your network and ensure you get the best internet speeds possible.
The location of your router and devices plays a significant role in determining your internet speeds. If your router is far away from where you use your devices, you may experience slower speeds as the signal has to travel a greater distance. Additionally, if you share your internet connection with multiple people, devices, or both, your internet speeds may be impacted by their usage. Walls, furniture, and other barriers can also impact speeds. Interference from other electronic devices, such as microwaves or cordless phones, also decreases performance.
To most accurately test the speed of your fiber internet connection, it's best to use a wired connection by connecting your device directly to the router via an Ethernet cable. You will get a more accurate measurement by eliminating the factors that impact WiFi speeds. You can use reputable online speed test tools like Speedtest to check your internet performance. These tools can test both wired and wireless connections and give you an accurate reading of your download and upload speeds and the ping, which measures how fast your network responds to external commands. (Try it for yourself! Test your speeds here)
Another important factor is the quality of the internal network that connects all of your devices on the LAN side. Outdated network infrastructure or devices can decrease your network's overall performance and internet speeds. It’s important to verify that your devices are compatible with the speed of your internet service and that they can handle the amount of data you need to transfer.
As a Fiber internet provider, Phonoscope Fiber is committed to delivering our customers the fastest and most reliable internet speeds. By understanding the factors that can affect your internet speeds and taking steps to optimize your network, you can ensure that you are getting the best experience possible. If you encounter any issues with your internet speeds, please don't hesitate to contact our locally-based customer support team. They will be more than happy to help you troubleshoot and find a solution.
