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When a storm threatens to cut power in a hospital or museum, workers in these facilities rest easy knowing backup generators will kick in and keep operations afloat. What if you could enjoy the same peace of mind when it comes to your business’s internet connection? With internet redundancy, you can. If you’re unfamiliar with this service, here’s all you need to know about it.

What Is Internet Redundancy?

If you establish a redundant internet connection in your business, you’ll never have to deal with the consequences of a sudden outage. Instead of losing in-progress works or preventing employees from communicating in case of power failures, your backup internet connection will immediately take over. 

What Are My Options?

internet redundancyIf your primary connection fails, you can generally rely on two different types of internet redundancy programs. The first is completely automatic—with the second network monitoring the first, and establishing itself as soon as an outage is registered. You could also opt for a manual process, for which you might have to reconfigure some cables to start the new network.

How Can I Make Sure My Second Connection Is Reliable?

Some businesses aim to set up internet redundancy programs by establishing two circuits. However, if both of these circuits use the same mode of connectivity, such as fiber optics, and come from the same service provider, an outage could affect them both at the same time. For true internet redundancy, have your provider set up two or more networks through different modes of connectivity. This will prevent outages from disrupting your business. 

 

To set up reliable internet redundancy for your business, get in touch with M2 Communications today. Based in Barto, PA, this telecommunications company connects small business in the Tri-State Area with effective solutions for phone systems and internet. Whether you’d like to set up a VoIP or tailor a cloud package to your needs, they’ll be pleased to assist. Visit their website to learn more about their offerings or call (610) 467-8960 to schedule a consultation.

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