How is Broadband Installed? 

BrawBand: a cut above the rest 

Did you know, broadband is actually installed by real people and not wee magic fairies during the night?

When you’re signing up for a new broadband service, you might not give much thought to how it’s installed. You just want it to work, and fast. But how that broadband is installed can make a mahoosive difference to your internet speed, reliability, and overall happiness when you’re binging on Netflix or battling it out in an online game. So let’s dive into how broadband is installed and why BrawBand does it differently – and better, obviously!

The traditional way: Fibre to the Cabinet (FTTC)

Most broadband providers will advertise “fibre broadband,” but what they’re really offering is something called FTTC – Fibre to the Cabinet. Here’s how it works:

Fibre to the cabinet: The fibre-optic cable runs from your local exchange to one of those wee green cabinets you see sitting on the side of the street. So far, so good! 

Copper to your Home: But here’s the catch – the fibre journey ends at the cabinet. From there, it’s old-school copper wiring that carries the connection to your home. And this, my friends, is where things start to slow down. 

Copper wires are fine if you’re watching on a wee screen or if the 80s just called and they want their pixels back, but when it comes to broadband, they’re like trying to drive a tractor on the A9 – you’re going nowhere fast. 

The BrawBand way: Fibre to the Home (FTTH)

Now, let’s talk about how BrawBand does things differently with FTTH – Fibre to the Home. We’ve thrown the copper out with the tattie peelings and gone full fibre. Here’s what that means for you: 

With BrawBand, the fibre-optic cable runs directly from the local exchange straight to your front door. No stopping at a cabinet, no copper slowing things down – just pure, unadulterated fibre goodness.

Fibre is not only faster; it’s more reliable. Copper wires can be affected by weather conditions and distance, but full fibre broadband remains rock-solid, even in a good old Scottish downpour. It’s also more secure. With fewer points of connection, your data is safer, and there’s less chance of interference. It’s like having a secure fortress for your internet needs. 

How does BrawBand get you connected? 

Our team will run the fibre-optic cable directly to your home. This might involve some digging, but don’t worry – we’re careful, tidy, and we’ll have your garden looking braw in no time. Also, even better, you might not have to be at home! We can do some installations without you needing to be in the property. 

If you’re in flats and there’s already fibre in your building – it’s super easy to get you set up.

To put it simply, BrawBand means no copper, no compromises.

So, when you’re choosing your next broadband provider, remember: not all fibre is created equal. With BrawBand, you’re getting the real deal – full fibre broadband, installed the right way, every time.