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| Internet Provider | Download Speeds | Data Cap | Connection Type |
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50-1000 Mbps | Unlimited | Fixed Wireless/Fiber |
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182 Mbps | Unlimited | Fixed Wireless |
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100-1000 Mbps | Unlimited | Cable |
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25-2000 Mbps | Unlimited | VDSL/Fiber |
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500-5000 Mbps | Unlimited | Fiber |
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50-1200 Mbps | Unlimited | Cable/Fiber |
*Based on data obtained on WhistleOut.com. Offers and availability vary by location and are subject to change.
When you're trying to buy a new internet plan, you’ll see that a provider will have multiple options at varying prices. The main driver dictating the price difference is how fast the plans are. Generally speaking, faster internet is better internet. But do you need to be spending top dollar for the fastest internet?
To get the best value out of your internet, it's a good idea to look at how you use it and what speeds you need to support that usage. The following table includes a high-level look at common internet tasks and their minimum recommended speeds.
| Activity | Download speeds |
|---|---|
| Working from home (including video conferencing) | 25Mbps |
| Watching streaming video | 25Mbps (4K UHD)
5Mbps (HD) 3Mbps (SD) |
| Listening to music | .5Mbps 7–20Mbps (lossless) |
| Online gaming | 4Mbps |
| General web browsing and email | 1Mbps |
| Social Media | 3Mbps |