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 Many users of business Internet may hear the term “Layer 2” without understanding its importance. What is Layer 2 and why should you care, as long as you have a reliable Internet connection? Let’s explore this a bit more and seek to understand how important Layer 2 is to your ongoing business Internet solution.

Topics: Network, Digital Transformation, Fixed Wireless, Data, High Speed Internet, Internet Access, Business Internet, Internet Connection, Dedicated Internet, Network Requirements, Data Usage

At this point, we all know the story of the pandemic and the changes it brought to the future of work. Perhaps at the top of the list of changes is the growth and permanence of IT hybrid work. Recent data seems to support the premise that it is here to stay.  

Topics: Network, Fixed Wireless, Internet Access, Business Internet, Internet Service Provider (ISP), Internet Connection, IT Manager, Workspace, IT Planning, Inclement Weather, Network Engineering

Disruptions to the supply chain across the world is old news. What is current and unwelcome news are all the price hikes, shortages, delays, and many other dilemmas caused by this global disruption. Installing fiber Internet infrastructure is not immune to the wave of supply chain disruptions. The supply chain issues seem to be impacting fiber installations at a higher proportion. 

Topics: Fixed Wireless, Fiber, Point-to-Point Fixed Wireless

George Orwell put forth the allegorical truth in his pivotal work that “All animals are equal; but some animals are more equal than others.” That controversial premise can often be applied to many other circumstances. This includes the realm of Fixed Wireless Internet and Networking. 

Topics: Fixed Wireless, Business Internet, Point-to-Point Fixed Wireless

Whether your particular industry is warehousing, logistics, construction, healthcare, or financial services, reliable and dedicated Internet is vital. Within larger cities and metro areas, the choices are many, including combination options for guaranteed diversity and redundancy. But what about remote location Internet options? 

Topics: Fixed Wireless, Internet Access, Remote

Typically, when building a network and Internet infrastructure for a business, Internet speed and connectivity is of vital importance. When examining your needs, it is helpful to have an understanding of the impact of your choices and use of the “last mile” of Internet. 

Topics: Fixed Wireless, Internet Access, Last Mile

Searching for an Internet connection? Many traditional Internet providers will entice businesses with a low monthly cost for a fiber connection, but what is often overlooked is the potential buildout cost for fiber. Below is an example of what you can expect with a fiber build vs. a dedicated fixed wireless connection. 

What are the unanticipated costs of building a fiber internet connection? 

Topics: Fixed Wireless, Fiber, Infographic

Although modern businesses require high-speed Internet, the costs of building fiber Internet can be higher than anticipated. Things are never as they seem — especially when you don’t read the fine print. There are many unanticipated costs to building fiber Internet connections, and you can believe these costs will be passed on to you. 

 

Topics: Fixed Wireless, Fiber, Internet Access, Business Internet

It has already been established that a properly executed fixed wireless Internet network consistently provides faster and more secure data speeds, and is much easier and less expensive to install, upgrade, and operate. Moreover, their relative independence from fiber and cable networks make their design, planning, and implementation far faster and more efficient than other options. 

One of the major questions that arise when companies are considering a fixed wireless Internet connection concerns line of sight (LOS) considerations. This is likely the major obstacle that fixed wireless providers deal with when developing a network for clients. MHO discusses LOS considerations and explains how line of sight issues are handled with potential clients. 

Topics: Fixed Wireless, Internet Access, Point-to-Point Fixed Wireless

Far too many businesses confuse Internet redundancy with Internet diversity. Both are concerned with providing alternate Internet connection and communication services in the event of an outage; yet, both solve these problems in different ways. Make sure you do not use the terms interchangeably or confuse one with the other. Let’s take a look at both and help you decide which is best for your business. 

Topics: Fixed Wireless, Business Internet, Redundancy, Diversity