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How fast does my business broadband need to be?

The broadband speed your business needs depends on how many people use it and what they do. Here is a guide:

1-5 employees (basic use): 30-80 Mbps
Sufficient for email, web browsing, and occasional video calls.

5-20 employees (moderate use): 100-300 Mbps
Good for multiple simultaneous video calls, cloud applications, and file sharing.

20-50 employees (heavy use): 300 Mbps – 1 Gbps
Required for large teams using cloud-based software, video conferencing, and data-heavy applications simultaneously.

50+ employees or data-intensive: 1 Gbps+ (leased line)
Dedicated uncontended bandwidth with guaranteed speeds and an SLA.

Key factors that increase your speed requirements:

  • Video conferencing (each call uses 2-4 Mbps)
  • Cloud-based CRM, accounting, or ERP systems
  • VoIP phone systems
  • Large file uploads and downloads
  • Multiple office locations connected via VPN

Connection Technologies can assess your current usage and recommend the right broadband speed and technology for your business. Explore our broadband options.

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