A gigabit router works with cable and fiber optic Internet and is generally more expensive than its predecessors. Your ONT handles signal conversion, eliminating the need for a traditional modem altogether. Think of the ONT as a high-tech bridge between your ISP and your internal network – but engineered specifically for fiber's unique data. With speeds that can reach up to 10 Gbps, fiber optic internet is ideal for heavy internet users, online gamers, and businesses that require high-bandwidth applications. In this article. Fiber optic internet, also called Fiber to the Home (FTTH) or Fiber to the Premises (FTTP), has become the preferred choice for those seeking a faster, more reliable connection. According to Pew, fiber optic internet not only provides the fastest speeds with the lowest latency—its speeds are often. Most routers designed for cable or DSL internet are not inherently incompatible with fiber, but their ability to deliver the *full* speed and performance of your fiber connection is often limited. Routers designed for DSL (which uses phone line inputs) or cable (which uses coaxial inputs) won't work.
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