Business broadband speeds explained.
What the numbers mean, and what speed your business actually needs.
Download vs upload
Broadband speed is usually quoted as download (data coming to you) and upload (data going out). Old broadband has fast download but slow upload. For business, upload matters just as much — it powers video calls, cloud apps, backups and VoIP.
“Symmetric” connections, common with full fibre and leased lines, give you equal upload and download.
What speed do you actually need?
It depends on your team size and what you do. A few people doing email and web need far less than a busy office running cloud software, video calls and VoIP. The honest answer is that we size the connection to your actual usage — no overselling, no underselling.
For mission-critical operations, a dedicated leased line guarantees the speed in writing, rather than ‘up to’.
Frequently asked questions
How much speed does my business need?
It depends on team size and usage — we right-size it to you rather than overselling.
Why does upload speed matter?
Cloud apps, video calls, backups and VoIP all rely on upload, which old broadband does poorly.
What’s a symmetric connection?
One where upload and download speeds are equal — common with full fibre and leased lines.
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