Is fiber optic better? The difference between fiber optic and cable internet

Imagine this: you are watching an exciting movie in HD, while someone else is having a video call and the kids are gaming. Everything works perfectly, without any interruptions. That's the difference that fiber optic can make! But how does it work exactly? Bas Meeuwissen, Passive Infrastructure Architect at Open Dutch Fiber, explains the main differences between fiber optic and cable internet and which technology suits your situation best.

What is the difference between fiber optic and cable internet?

Fiber optic and cable internet work in a different way. Fiber optic uses thin cables made of glass or plastic through which data is transmitted as light signals. This provides super fast and stable internet, even when multiple devices are connected at the same time.

Bas Meeuwissen explains: "Fiber optic works with light instead of electricity, making the connection faster and more stable. Copper loses quality over long distances, but fiber optic does not."

Another important difference is that fiber optic is better prepared for the future. It can handle much more data and remains fast and reliable, even as your internet usage grows in the future. Cable internet may struggle with that.

What does fiber optic mean to you?

Fiber optic provides faster and more stable internet. This means that you:

You can download large files quickly and upload videos without any problems.

● Watch movies and series in high quality without interruptions.

You can work from home without stress with sharp and uninterrupted video calls.

● No delays during online gaming.

According to Bas, reliability is a major advantage: "With fiber optic, you always have a stable connection, even during busy times. This makes a huge difference for families and remote workers who don't want their internet to suddenly slow down."

Is fiber optic better than cable internet?

Yes, fiber optic is better than cable internet in many ways. It is faster, more reliable, and you can upload as quickly as you download. This makes fiber optic perfect for families, remote work, gaming, and streaming.

Bas emphasizes why fiber optic is future-proof: "The amount of data we use continues to grow. Fiber optic can easily scale with that demand, while other networks are increasingly reaching their limits."

Cable internet can work well for light use, such as browsing the internet and sending emails. But if you want more speed and stability, fiber optic is a better choice.

Fiber optic or cable internet: which one suits you?

If you only use the internet for simple things like browsing and emails, cable internet may be sufficient. But if you use many devices or need intensive internet, fiber optic is a better choice. It provides you with fast, reliable, and future-proof internet.

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