Why Full-Fibre is The Future of Home Connectivity

Full-fibre has quickly become the hottest topic in terms of having a connected home in this decade, with households all over the country wondering if and when they can receive fibre optic broadband directly to their homes. While this ultrafast form of connectivity was only available to around 42% of households by the end of 2022, the number is rising, with some reports estimating it’s available in over 60% homes currently. 

In this blog we’re going to explore why getting the best connectivity from full-fibre is the future for the average household across the country. 

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The benefits are undeniable

Full-fibre broadband is significantly faster than any other alternative, often providing speeds of around 1000 mbps, compared to the second-fastest option Superfast broadband, which starts at any speed over 30mbps. It’s also worth noting that a full-fibre connection is much more reliable and future-proof than typical copper wire connectivity, so every installation is built to last. 

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This sort of speed and reliability means: 

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• Smoother experiences for remote workers 
• Much faster download speeds for films, TV and video games
• Seamless video conferences and calls with little to no lag
• Speedier browsing in general
• More reliable smart devices
• Ability to accommodate a busy household of connected people

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Standards increasing in any market mean that a higher standard of product becomes more readily available to the general consumer, indicating that full-fibre is destined to become a go-to for the majority of households.

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It’s not much more expensive

Despite sometimes being over 30 times faster than superfast connections, full-fibre broadband plans are generally very affordable. Residents can get some of the fastest full-fibre plans for around £30 a month, while superfast plans generally cost fairly similar rates. This sort of affordability will soon start to push out the competition and make full-fibre the norm for most UK households.

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It’s more environmentally friendly

Getting the best connectivity is actually better for the planet as well! Various studies and publications report that full-fibre uses less energy – as much as 70% – with significantly reduced data loss. This makes it a much more efficient option when compared to other forms of broadband. It’s also worth noting that the glass used in fibre optics is manufactured in a way much less impactful to the planet than the mining of copper, further solidifying its status as the greener option of the future.

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Prepare to take the next step in connectivity!

With all of this, you might be wondering “when will I get full-fibre?” Well, it could be sooner than you think. Over half the country already has access to it and the number is growing every day, so you might well already be able to secure it! If you’re wondering what’s available for your home, check out our website – we’ll connect you with the best possible provider in your area. 

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