Long, thin strands of pure glass about the size of a human hair are the foundation of the world’s fastest internet, capable of connection speeds many times faster than coaxial cable. When bundled together, these strands create a cable that allows information to travel through them in a beam of light over long distances.

Having Gigabit fiber internet means your entire household has the bandwidth to stream movies, play games online, video conference and much more, all at once—plus, you get the symmetrical speeds that keep you in real time, all the time. 

Owing to their strength and efficiency, fiber optic lines are the most reliable source of high-speed internet. When compared to traditional cable and DSL, it’s not even a close contest. Let’s look at what worry-free internet really looks like.

At C Spire, we spend all day thinking about home internet. So much that we can forget how little the rest of the world thinks about it. And that’s fair. Who really has the time to wonder if the internet will be working tomorrow when they have to complete a school or work project, or stream the grandkids’ dance recital? It should just work.

The future is fast—and if you have access to broadband fiber internet, that future is now. Gigabit internet speeds are helping fuel our obsession with all things connected, and speed will continue to be at the forefront for years to come. Here’s why you need to assess your needs today.

This may come as a shock, but not every internet service provider (ISP) has your interests in mind when they’re trying to get you to sign up for their services. Some of them are downright talented at obscuring the facts and distracting consumers with shiny objects and deals to keep them from asking the tough questions.