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\nInternet service has now become a necessity for every home, and new internet technologies are opening up options for the increasingly fast home internet connections consumers crave today. Coupled with an increasing amount of connected devices \u2013 even the smartest of consumers are left with an overload of options, and possibly overpaying, for their home internet.<\/p>\n

At VMedia, our mission is to provide you with the best value internet solution that meet your household and bandwidth needs. \u00a0Here is our take on what to consider when selecting the right internet plan.<\/p>\n

How much internet speed is enough for your family? Would you prefer DSL or Cable? To determine what internet speed best suits your needs, it\u2019s helpful to consider the number of users and devices in your household, as well as the online activities and bandwidth requirements of those activities. Often, Cable 30 Mbps<\/strong> or 75 Mbps<\/strong>, or FTTN 25 Mbps<\/strong> or FTTN 50 Mbps<\/strong>, will be more than enough \u00a0for an average household. Very fast speeds, \u00a0such as plans with speeds exceeding 100 Mbps, sound appealing, however, much like a car that can go 150 km\/h, we rarely actually drive at 150 km\/h. So, if you are considering a 100 Mbps+ plan, it\u2019s important to ask yourself if you would you be paying for an internet speed that you really do not need.<\/p>\n

DSL or Cable<\/h4>\n

If you do not know the difference between the two \u2013 we are here to help. DSL is an acronym for Digital Subscriber Line which means a a phone line is used to deliver internet service and as such, \u00a0is widely available. FTTN stands for \u2018fibre to the node\u2019 and is a term given to DSL internet which features higher speeds and in some people\u2019s view, more stability. Cable internet provides service through coaxial cable, often referred to as coax, and delivers high-speed internet \u00a0at higher speeds than currently available through DSL or FTTN.<\/p>\n

Streaming Habits<\/h4>\n

Are you a big movie streaming fan, or only occasionally video calling with friends and family overseas? Take note of your streaming habits and those of the people sharing your internet connection to get a sense of your needs. Depending on your usage, a faster internet plan may be advantageous.<\/p>\n

Connected Devices<\/h4>\n

Sharing your internet service with more people means more devices accessing your internet plan. A small business or a family of five will require faster internet speeds than a single person household, when you take into account concurrent utilization. Higher speeds for a higher number of devices ensures a reliable and smooth connection across all laptops, TV\u2019s, phones, video game consoles, or tablets.<\/p>\n

Lowest Prices at VMedia<\/h4>\n

At VMedia, we offer a wide range of internet speeds – all featuring unlimited usage – at the lowest prices on the market today. We are available in every province, coast to coast. Plus, there are no contracts, and all of VMedia internet plans include free installation or transfers for a limited time.<\/p>\n

Some of our best value internet plans include:<\/p>\n