The network’s role for modern businesses is undeniable. In fact, it’s critical. And the staggering pace of change in enterprise technology goes a great distance to put IT leaders and networking professionals on the receiving end of constant and increasing demands for more.
More speed. More bandwidth. More distributed traffic. More applications. More connected devices. More output. More results.
How Can Your Business Keep Up?
Nothing pokes holes in a business plan quite like a network that can’t tolerate change. Fortunately for businesses, fiber networks are stronger, faster and more reliable with a level of versatility and sophistication that is unmatched when compared to legacy connectivity options like cable, DSL and T1. Fiber is immune to inclement weather and electromagnetic interference. It is inherently newer technology, delivering unmatched speed, low latency and symmetrical connections, while eliminating the infrastructure challenges that plague digital transformation initiatives.
Considering an upgrade? Let’s examine some of the core differences.
| Legacy Broadband (Cable, DSL, T1) | Fiber | |
| Speed | Max cable speeds can reach 1 Gbps for download and 200 Mbps for upload while DSL and T1 deliver a fraction of these speeds | Fiber connections can reach download and upload speeds in excess of 100 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | Shared among nearby businesses, connections are often sold in 50 Mbps increments that can max out fast while being inconsistent, at best | Dedicated, high-capacity connections allow for greater throughput without compromising quality or competing with neighboring businesses |
| Symmetrical Connections | Connections are generally asymmetrical; upload speeds are a mere fraction of download speeds, proving prohibitive for tasks like file transfers and video calls | Both upstream- and downstream-intensive tasks are possible with a symmetrical connection wherein both download and upload speeds are equal |
| Real-Time Replication | Possible, but not in real time — subjecting businesses to data loss if an outage occurs | Disaster recovery protocols rely on real-time replication to protect the large volumes of data businesses create |
Why Is Fiber Better for Business?
Fiber networks deliver the performance that businesses demand to compete and thrive in an ever-changing landscape — from dedicated connections that allow for uploading and downloading large files without disruption to crisper quality of VoIP calls and even improved collaboration among employees. Today’s businesses are using an increased number of applications, data is growing exponentially, and big data and AI initiatives are taking off. As corporate networks continue to tackle daily workloads, long-term digital strategies and more, a fiber connection can deliver the added agility and operational efficiency that your business needs.
We Believe Business Deserves Better.
At Everstream, we are the Business-Only Fiber Network. Our locally owned and managed network disrupts the big telecom status quo by only serving businesses. Our enterprise-grade network delivers low-latency connections at speeds up to 100 Gbps across our fiber footprint.
But providing a network is only part of it. We form real relationships with our customers. We provide expertise, not excuses, and are dedicated to helping you succeed today and into the future.