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Fiber vs Cable Internet: Which Is Better?

Fiber and cable are the two most common wired connections. Both are fast, but they behave differently in ways that matter for how you use the internet.

Speed and symmetry

Fiber offers symmetrical speeds and typically lower latency. Cable delivers strong download speeds but much slower uploads.

Reliability

Fiber is less affected by peak-time congestion and weather. Cable can slow during neighborhood rush hours.

Availability and price

Cable reaches more homes nationally, but fiber providers like Kinetic are expanding fast and often cost less per Gig.

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