Keeping Your Old Internet Active Can Affect Your New Fiber Experience
When customers switch to fiber internet, some choose to keep their previous internet service active for a short time as a backup while they test their new connection. While that may seem like a good idea, running two internet services in the same home can actually create network problems that make it difficult to accurately […]
Bandwidth vs. Latency: Understanding Internet Speed Tests
Many people assume that internet performance comes down to a single number. In reality, there are several factors that affect your online experience, and two of the most important are bandwidth and latency. Understanding the difference can help you better interpret speed test results and determine whether your internet is the problem. What Is Bandwidth? […]
What Are Mesh Wi-Fi Extenders?
What Are Mesh Wi-Fi Extenders? If you’ve ever had rooms in your home where the Wi-Fi signal just doesn’t reach, you know how frustrating dead zones can be. That’s where mesh Wi-Fi extenders come in. Mesh extenders are small devices that work alongside your main Wi-Fi router to spread your internet signal more evenly throughout […]
Expanding Your Wi-Fi & Simplifying Your Setup with HomeBridge Connect
Expanding Your Wi-Fi & Simplifying Your Setup with HomeBridge Connect At FastBridge Fiber, we believe internet service should be simple, reliable, and tailored to your needs. That’s why we offer HomeBridge Connect, an optional add-on designed to give your Wi-Fi a boost and provide extra support when you need it. HomeBridge Connect is built for […]
What’s the Difference Between Copper, Coax, and Fiber-Optic Cables?
What’s the Difference Between Copper, Coax, and Fiber-Optic Cables? If you’ve ever wondered why your internet feels slow, there’s a good chance it comes down to the kind of cable your internet runs on. There are three main types of cables that internet service providers use: copper, coax, and fiber. We’re here to help differentiate […]
Smart Homes Run Best on Fiber Internet
Smart homes are becoming our reality. Today’s households are embracing automation and convenience. But as these technologies become more common, one factor remains critical: a strong, reliable internet connection. Here’s why fiber internet is the best choice to support a smart home, both now and as technology continues to evolve. Why Internet Speed and Reliability […]
Easily Switch Your Landline Phone Service Without Losing Your Number
Switching to FastBridge Fiber internet service doesn’t mean losing your home phone or changing your number! While we don’t provide home phone service, many of our customers choose Ooma phone service because it’s affordable, reliable, and easy to set up. With Ooma, your phone will work through the internet—just like your current home phone. All […]
Are Outdated Devices Slowing You Down?
If buffering has been interrupting your favorite shows or slowing down your work, you might be tempted to blame your internet speed. While lagging downloads and uploads can be caused by slow internet, slow response times aren’t always about speed. Out-of-date software and older devices can also contribute to this frustrating issue. Here’s how to […]
How to Significantly Improve Performance from Your Connected Devices
Can Your Internet Fully Support All Your Connected Devices? Not long ago, the only devices in your home that used Wi-Fi were computers and maybe a tablet or a game console. Today, the average home has 21 different devices connected to the internet. That’s five times as many as most homes had just ten years […]