Frequently Asked Questions
Q— Is higher pricing an indication that I will receive a faster, better connection from an ISP?
A— Not necessarily. Higher prices sometimes reflect the provider's having invested in fast connections, such as OC12 or OC48 backbone links. The mere presence of such links, however, does not necessarily mean that your connections will be faster. A poorly designed combination of high-speed links and low-speed clouds, for example, might negatively affect the provider's overall performance. The bottom line is that price is just one factor to consider. Even more important is a sound network topology that offers enough redundancy and adequate bandwidth to fit your needs.
Q— What causes bottlenecks in the ISP's backbone?
A— ...
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