THE NETWORK

Direct communication to the Internet happens at a Head End Site, usually via a fiber optic cable. From there, signals are broadcast to the customer over the Internet service provider’s (ISP) network. To span long distances there may be multiple sites (points of presence) where powerful radio equipment (access points) relay the signal to and from the customer’s house. There a small antenna - the CPE - converts the signal into usable Internet data (e.g. when downloading a website) or uploads information and requests back to the Internet.

IN THE HOME
From the CPE, data passes through an Ethernet cable to an internal router. From the router, there are multiple ways to transmit the signal throughout the house. To reach fixed interior locations, e.g. a smart TV, wired Ethernet connections are very fast and reliable. Wireless transmission (WiFi) can reach anywhere - but signal strength degrades with distance from a router. Some larger homes may require multiple routers.
The design of the internal Internet network is critical to getting full benefit from your Internet service plan. Assessment of your home network needs is a service that we provide as part of the installation process. If desired, we can proceed further and install your interior network. For more about FWB and how it compares to other Internet technologies, check out the FAQ page.