What is a Broadband? A Simple Guide for Scotland
Let’s be honest – you’ve heard the word broadband a million times, but do you actually know what it means? If not, dinnae worry – you’re not alone.
At BrawBand, we believe everyone deserves to understand how their internet works, without needing a degree in tech. So here’s your plain-English, slightly cheeky guide to what broadband really is, how it works, and why it matters for homes across Scotland.
What is Broadband, Really?
Think of broadband as your superhighway to the internet. It’s the system that connects your home to the digital world – whether you're streaming Netflix, video calling your gran, gaming online, or doomscrolling social media.
Unlike the days of dial-up internet (remember the screeching sounds?), broadband is always on and built for speed and reliability.
What’s so “broad” about broadband?
It’s all in the name! Unlike the old dial-up connections (Remember those? If you do, we won’t ask your age), broadband can carry a much wider range of data at once. It’s like upgrading from a single-track road to a multi-lane motorway – more lanes mean more room for all your internet traffic, and that means faster, more reliable access. However, it doesn’t mean more shouting at people who don’t know how to drive.
Types of Broadband in Scotland – Explained
ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line): ADSL is the old school of broadband. It uses your telephone line to deliver internet, but it’s not the fastest option out there. It’s set to be retired by the end of 2025.
FTTC (Fibre to the Cabinet): FTTC is a step up, using fibre optic cables to get the internet from the exchange to the green cabinet on your street, and then good old copper wires from there to your home.
FTTH (Fibre to the Home): Now we’re talking – this is what we use at BrawBand! With FTTH, the fibre optic cable comes all the way to your front door – no copper, no slowing down. It’s like
having a private motorway straight to your house, where every lane is dedicated to delivering top-speed internet. FTTH puts the Braw in BrawBand.
How does broadband get to my home?
It all starts with your internet service provider (that’s us!). Here’s what happens:
- We send the signal via fibre optic cables (or copper, if you’re with an older provider).
- The signal reaches your modem, which connects to our network.
- Your Wi-Fi router distributes that connection around your home, like a plate of hot chips — everyone gets a piece!
Result? Every device in your hoose can stay online, without tripping over each other.
So, What is a Broadband Connection?
A broadband connection is:
- Your gateway to everything online
- Your backup on rainy days and quiz nights
- The invisible thread keeping your family, work, and entertainment connected
And if it’s FTTH from BrawBand, it’s fast, future-proof, and faff-free.
Why Choose Brawband for Broadband in Scotland?
If you’re looking for reliable, no-nonsense fibre broadband in Scotland, here’s why BrawBand is a belter of a choice:
- Full Fibre (FTTH) to your home – no copper, no slowdown
- Local Scottish support – nae offshore call centres
- No landline required – just pure fibre
- Clear pricing – no sneaky fees or nonsense bundles
Ready to Make the Switch?
Whether you're in Inverness, Glasgow, or anywhere in between, BrawBand is bringing better broadband to Scotland – one hoose at a time.
