How Much Internet Speed Is Right for You?

When it comes to the way you experience the Internet, there are a great deal of influencing factors that should be considered to ensure that you choose the most appropriate option for your needs. At Ebox, we understand this better than anyone, which is why we offer so many different speeds for you to choose from. There are benefits to all of these ranges, and it may be the case that you will be able to do everything you would like to do on the Internet with a slower connection.

In order to have the best possible Internet experience, it is important to understand why certain speeds are ideal for certain applications. You may live in a household in which there are multiple gaming enthusiasts requiring very fast Internet speeds, in which case a slower option is simply not ideal. Similarly, you may only utilize the Internet from time to time to email friends and family, in which case lightning fast Internet speed is far from a necessity.

Online Experience Is Largely Affected by Internet Speed

The Internet is an undeniably interesting and diverse place, and as such, there are many things that the Internet is capable of being used for. If you only have basic needs, a slower and more cost-efficient connection may indeed be ideal for you. If you are a frequent gamer and enjoy streaming movies, it may be best for you to opt for a speedier Internet connection.
For the sake of clarity in discussing Internet speeds, Mbps refers to megabits per second, the speed at which data is transferred over the Internet.

What You Can Expect With 1-6 Mbps

This rate of Internet speed is on the lower end of the spectrum and is therefore often (though not always) a cheaper option. If you do not expect to have multiple users on the Internet and you wish to engage in some of the more basic tasks the Internet offers, this speed may be right for you. These speeds can generally handle the following:

• Basic email and web browsing
• File sharing
• Internet TV services

It is important to note that these functions are possible, but they may not necessarily be ideal under certain circumstances, such as when there are multiple users on the Internet simultaneously. You can also expect to have some buffering times when loading videos.

What You Can Expect With 6-10 Mbps

This speed represents an Internet middle ground, as there are many more functions that you can take advantage of with these speeds, yet certain drawbacks still remain. Many Internet users who enjoy online entertainment consider this the minimum speed for their needs. While online gaming and Internet TV services are improved at this speed, multiple users are not always handled well.

What You Can Expect With 10-15 Mbps

At this speed, you will begin to notice significant improvements in the performance of your Internet connection. Web pages will load at much faster rates of speed and download speeds will also increase. All of the aforementioned functions are possible and will work more efficiently than at the slower speeds.

What You Can Expect With 15-50 Mbps

This range of speed is ideal if you have several people in your home with varying Internet needs. This is especially the case with teenagers and young adults, who often have significant Internet requirements that range from multi-player online games to online education programs. This rate of speed can ensure that your Internet usage will not be needlessly interrupted by too many users or applications that require a great deal of bandwidth.

What You Can Expect With Over 50 Mbps

In short, this is an impressive rate of speed. There are so many applications that can be utilized by multiple users at this speed, including videoconferencing and even remote supercomputing. The possibilities are essentially endless at this speed, and users can benefit from the fact that any task they wish to accomplish via the Internet will be done in a manner that is nothing short of lightning quick.

Meeting Your Needs Through Ebox

At Ebox we know how important it is to have a variety of options at your disposal. We have many different Internet speeds available for you to choose from, which include both Cable and DSL options. No matter what your Internet needs are, we have an option that is perfectly suited for you, so give us a call today at 1-855-277-7819.