When it comes to choosing the best Internet connection for your home or business, HTC Fiber has emerged as the fastest and most reliable option available. But did you know there is a big difference between HTC Fiber and the fiber Internet options marketed by some other providers?
We’re talking about the difference between Fiber-to-the-Home networks and Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial networks.
One – Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) – delivers service directly to your home or business via fiber cable. The other? It’s not really true fiber Internet.
Here at HTC, we believe you deserve the facts about your connection. So, let’s take a closer look.
Comparing Fiber Internet Options
We’re sure you’ve been hearing about fiber Internet for quite some time. It’s important, however, that you read the fine print!
Why? Because some providers that claim they offer “fiber-powered” Internet are actually referring to Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial – or “HFC” – networks.
What is a Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial Network?
Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial networks do use fiber lines…but they don’t connect directly into your home or business.
Instead, the fiber optics reach your neighborhood, but the final stretch into your home or business is delivered by coaxial cables. These coaxial cables used by Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial providers are often preexisting, and many are already aging.
What is a Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) Network?
Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) networks, on the other hand, deliver fiber Internet all the way to you!
With FTTH providers, new fiber-optic cables are installed throughout your area and connected directly to your home or office.
Which of these Fiber Internet Options is Better?
Without a doubt, FTTH is the superior of these two fiber Internet options, because it is the only true fiber Internet. In fact, it’s the only type of Fiber installation that we offer here at HTC!
Because FTTH networks bring fiber cables all the way from the provider to your home or business, the speed and reliability are unmatched.
Fiber-optic cables transmit data extremely quickly, with speeds reaching up to 5,000 Mbps. When this connection is interrupted by a switch to an older coaxial cable – as it is with hybrid networks – you’ll often experience slower upload speeds and a weakened signal that is more easily affected by outside interference.
True FTTH networks are also more reliable, have lower maintenance after installation, and are easier to upgrade as needed over time.
And that’s why HTC is dedicated to providing our customers with a great FTTH network.
HTC Delivers True Fiber Internet
HTC brings you true Fiber-to-the-Home for the best fiber optic connection possible.
HTC Fiber Internet delivers symmetrical download and upload speeds, ensuring a seamless connection for video calls and streaming your favorite shows and movies. The low latency of our Fiber Internet means a better online experience, particularly for highly involved activities like gaming.
With our FTTH network, your connection is also yours – thanks to dedicated bandwidth, you won’t see your speeds drop just because the house next door is streaming in 4K. What’s more, we’ve built our network with future-proof technology, ensuring it meets your needs now and into the future.
Plus, HTC has received an “exceptional” NPS ranking by customers for service. This puts us in the top 5% of all providers nationally. When you need us, we show up, and we make it right. That is our promise as your preferred local Internet provider.
Get Started with HTC Internet
Are you ready to make the switch to HTC Fiber? It’s easy to get started on the area’s largest and most robust FTTH network. Even if HTC Fiber isn’t yet available where you live or work, our DSL options are still second-to-none!
Call us at 618-939-6112 today. Our support team is ready to answer all your questions, determine if HTC Fiber is already available in your area, and set you up with fast, reliable Internet for your home or business.
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