Have you ever sat down to binge your favorite Netflix show or play an online game only to find that you’re stuck on a buffering screen? High-speed internet plays a significant role in daily work and leisure activities, and it’s important to know how much your household needs. A variety of factors play into how efficient your home network is, and understanding them will ensure you purchase a high-speed internet package from your telecom provider that works for you.

What Affects Internet Speed?

Internet download speeds are measured in bytes and are tied to bandwidth. Bandwidth refers to how many bytes, or data, you can download from the internet—such as MP3 and media files—at once. All the devices on your home network share this same bandwidth, so when people stream movies, browse the web, and play online video games simultaneously, a significant portion of bandwidth is going to get taken up. Speed is also related to your router. If you’re further away from your Wi-Fi router, your speeds will decrease, so you’ll have to keep that in mind when selecting an internet provider so you have decent speeds in every room.

How Much Speed Do I Need?

When considering a high-speed internet package, take a look at how you and everyone in your home uses the internet. General browsing requires 1 to 5 Mbps; streaming HD video jumps it up to 15 to 25 Mbps. Take into account how many people are doing this at the same time. The higher quality the content, such as 4K, the more speed will be required. If you work from home, you’ll also want a reliable connection, especially for video conferences and other live streams. Consider as well how many devices will be connected, including gaming consoles, tablets, and smartphones. For larger, highly active households, 25 Mbps is usually the absolute minimum required.

BEVCOMM is proud to offer a variety of affordable, reliable high-speed internet options to residents of Hager City, WI, and surrounding areas. They’ve been a leading communications provider since 1885 and pride themselves on their excellent service and customer support. Whether you need home internet or a business service, their team will work with you to ensure you find the best plan for your needs. Call (715) 792-2103 today to speak with a salesperson. Visit them online to see what services are available in your area, and connect on Facebook for regular news and updates.