Why fiber optic? The internet of the future

Internet is indispensable nowadays. We work online, watch videos, and play games more and more often. However, not all connections are good enough for this. Fiber optic is the fastest and most reliable internet connection and ready for the future. Jeroen Dangremond, Manager Customer Operations at Open Dutch Fiber, explains why fiber optic is the best choice.

What is fiber optic?

Fiber optic is an internet connection that works with thin cables made of glass or plastic. Data travels through these cables as light signals. This makes fiber optic super fast and very reliable.

Jeroen Dangremond explains why fiber optic works better than other types of internet:"Fiber optic is specially made for fast internet. Copper connections slow down when more people are online at the same time, but fiber optic always remains stable."

Other internet connections, such as cable and ADSL, use copper wires. These can become slower and experience interference. Fiber optic does not have this problem and can handle much more data without issues.

Why choose fiber optic?

Fiber optic is not only faster than other internet connections, but also future-proof.

● Super fast internet. Download large files in seconds and stream without interruptions.

● Always reliable. Fiber optic remains fast, even when many people are online at the same time.

● Equal speeds. Uploading and downloading are equally fast. This is useful for video calls and sending files.

● Ready for the future. Fiber optic can easily handle more data traffic without slowing down.

● Sustainable. "Fiber optic uses less energy and is not made of copper. 'Fiber optic does not contain copper, which is depleting and can rust. This makes it last longer and requires less maintenance. That makes it a more sustainable choice,' says Jeroen."

Is fiber optic something for you?

Fiber optic is a good choice for anyone who uses a lot of internet:

● Families: Multiple devices online at the same time without slow internet.

● Remote workers: Video calling without interruptions and quickly sending files.

● Gamers: No delay during gaming. With a slow connection, delay (lag) can occur between your action and what happens on the screen. With fiber optic, your game responds immediately, without interruptions.

● Streaming lovers: Watching movies and series in high quality.

Jeroen sees more and more people switching: "People notice that their old internet is not fast enough. With fiber optic, they don't have to deal with outages or slow internet.

How do you switch to fiber optic?

Do you want to switch to fiber optic? First check via the postcode check On the website of Open Dutch Fiber you can check if fiber optic is available at your address. If fiber optic is available, you can choose a subscription with a provider. A technician will then arrange the installation of the fiber optic box and the modem, so you can get online quickly.