Five ways full fibre is improving people ’ s connectivity
The internet is now as much of an everyday essential in our homes as running water and electricity . Yet , with so many of us still experiencing inconsistent speeds and poor service on a regular basis , the need for further investment in the UK ’ s digital infrastructure is amply clear .
In an increasingly digital world , it ’ s vital that communities aren ’ t left to depend on legacy copper networks ( which still deliver internet services to the majority of UK homes ), and that the option to connect homes to full fibre-enabled networks is made available to all .
The best network technology available , full fibre , uses 100 per cent fibre optic cables to carry data at light-speed all the way from the home to the internet exchange , with no interruptions .
At CityFibre , we ’ ve committed up to £ 4bn in private investment to bring this future-proof technology within reach of 8 million homes by 2025 .
But how will full fibre benefit you ? Here are five ways full fibre will improve your broadband experience .
Making your connection faster A slow connection can impact you in different ways , from buffering to lag , and in some cases it can be too slow for certain devices or applications . Our 100 per cent full fibre network has the bandwidth and low latency to support ultrafast broadband speeds for both upload and download . This means that everyone in the household will be able to use their devices when they want without any lag or buffering .
Making your internet connection more reliable Poor weather and network damage can cause internet dropouts , leaving you unexpectedly without a connection . To combat this , our infrastructure is resistant to electromagnetic interference and water , meaning it shouldn ’ t be disrupted by bad weather .
Reducing downtime Faults across a copper network can result in whole streets losing their connection while repairs are carried out . However , the intelligent network technology underpinning our full fibre infrastructure means any problems can be found and fixed quickly - often before connected residents even know there ’ s a problem !
Getting more bang for your buck At CityFibre , we want to see the UK benefit from a more competitive telecoms landscape , as this will drive service improvement . With our open access network , we are working with an ever-growing list of UK internet service providers ( ISPs ), giving connected residents greater choice . As the network grows , we will see even more ISPs offering fast , reliable full fibre enabled services at competitive prices , making it possible for more people to future-proof their digital connectivity at home .
Building a network that your grandchildren will be using Our full-fibre network is future-proof , which means that even as our data consumption grows , our network will be able to flex as demand increases . So , even if you want to stream 8k movies or play the newest consoles , the technology connecting your home won ’ t need to be dug up and reinstalled – at least for the next few decades !
CityFibre is currently building its full fibre network here in Tees Valley , to find out when you can access the network and enjoy all these benefits and more visit www . cityfibre . com / spring