Patrick Adam Lawson, Executive Manager of Wind River Internet, and County 10’s Charene Herrera sat down in May to talk about Telephone Service for Home & Business, and modern advancements in desktop phones and home phones that work over an Internet connection.
Join us for the upcoming Tech Tips Live event on Tuesday, July 29th at 2 pm, streaming live on YouTube. Pat and Charene will be talking about Internet uptime and the different types of Internet connections. Which one is right for you?
Tech Tips: Types of Internet and Ways to Stay Online
Staying Connected with >99.9% Uptime
Not all internet is created equal, and understanding the differences can help you choose the best option for your home or business. Here’s a quick look at the most common types of internet and how they stack up when it comes to speed, reliability, and keeping you online.
- Fiber Optic – The gold standard in internet. It uses light to transmit data through glass cables, offering the fastest speeds and most reliable connection. If it’s available in your area, it’s hard to beat.
- Cable – A solid choice with good speeds and wide availability. However, speeds can dip during peak usage times when everyone in your neighborhood is online.
- DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) – Uses traditional phone lines and is often more affordable, but it’s slower and the speed drops the farther you are from the service hub.
- Satellite – A go-to for very rural areas. It covers a wide range, but can experience longer outages and has high latency (delays), making it less ideal for video calls or gaming.
- Fixed Wireless – Uses radio signals to bring internet to your home. It’s a strong option for rural locations with faster speeds and lower latency than satellite, especially when fiber or cable isn’t available.
Want help figuring out what’s best in your area? Reach out to Wind River Internet at 307-857-2004 or visit windriverinternet.com.
Wind River Internet offers unlimited Internet to the home or office using the latest technology to deliver the fastest speed and the best coverage on the Wind River Range.
