The comBOX VLL service bundles can bond multiple Internet connections of any type to create a single high bandwidth connection with increased reliability. It is also recommended to use a mix of connections from different ISPs and technologies in order to achieve redundancy in case one or more ISPs fail. As new Internet access technologies emerge such as Starlink and 5G, businesses can leverage such options and redesign their WANs in order to save costs and improve their productivity. Below you may see various connection types that have been widely used with comBOX Virtual Leased Line services with great results.
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FTTH or fibre broadband is the new fixed line Internet access solution for retail users. It allows multi Gbit speeds and is the best connectivity option for retail customers where it is available. The biggest drawback is that such connections are offered commercially as best effort connections without any guarantees or SLAs and during peak hours, the available bandwidth is heavily reduced, as the backbone network of the ISP faces congestion. Due to network congestion, real-time applications may experience high packet loss and limited bandwidth, causing delays on file transfers and data transmission. Using multiple FTTH connections from different ISPs with the comBOX Virtual Leased line services, the packet loss is mitigated resulting in stable network performance and lossless real time communications. Moreover, the QoS capabilities of comBOX VLL effectively manage the available bandwidth and allow the configuration of sophisticated traffic prioritisation policies.
Fibre leased lines are the flagship of fixed line Internet access solutions allowing multi-Gbit speeds accompanied by strict SLAs. Such connections are used mostly by businesses with advanced telecommunication needs which rely heavily on the stable performance of their network for their daily operations. A downtime of their ISP network for a few minutes or hours can cause a huge damage to the company and the industry standard compensations in most cases cannot cover such losses. The proactive IT managers of such companies who understand this risk can bond the fibre leased line with commercial fixed line connections or even with a fibre or microwave leased line from another ISPs to minimise the downtime risk, while increasing the available bandwidth in a cost effective manner. The most significant disadvantage of fibre leased lines is their high cost, and businesses looking to cut their telecommunication costs can easily migrate to comBOX virtual Leased Lines using only low cost commercial connections. Following such an approach will allow them to get a professional Internet connection with similar performance but with greater reliability and flexibility.
5G is the new wireless mobile access technology and is replacing 4G networks at a fast pace globally. 5G offers even higher speeds than 4G (LTE) that can reach up to 10 Gbps throughput. The main issue with 5G connections is the speed fluctuations and the connection’s reliability, especially in congested areas. By bonding two or more 5G connections with comBOX Virtual Leased Line technology, the reliability issue is being effectively addressed, while you gain additional features such as effective bandwidth management, WAN acceleration/optimization capabilities as well as a static IPv4 address or static IP subnets.
5G is the new wireless mobile access technology and is replacing 4G networks at a fast pace globally. 5G offers even higher speeds than 4G (LTE) that can reach up to 10 Gbps throughput. The main issue with 5G connections is the speed fluctuations and the connection’s reliability, especially in congested areas. By bonding two or more 5G connections with comBOX Virtual Leased Line technology, the reliability issue is being effectively addressed, while you gain additional features such as effective bandwidth management, WAN acceleration/optimization capabilities as well as a static IPv4 address or static IP subnets.
4G (LTE) is the leading wireless access technology for mobile operators. The basic LTE category allows up to 150Mbps throughput with higher LTE categories reaching 600Mbps. Such connections offer a great option to deploy high speed Virtual Leased Lines in remote areas not covered by fixed connections, and can offer a reliable, mobile connectivity solution for media broadcasters that require high upload bandwidth and lossless data transmission. One of the major drawbacks of bonding LTE connections is that most mobile operators offer such connections with data caps, but in recent years most operators have started to offer either bundles with unlimited traffic or bundles with high caps. 4G connections can also be used in combination with fixed connections, either as a backup option when they come with low data caps, or as primary bonded connections when they are offered with unlimited traffic or high data caps.
Starlink is a new wireless Internet service based on a low orbit satellite constellation. It is gaining popularity at a fast pace with its coverage increasing day by day. Starlink is a great option when bonded with 4G or 5G connections, as it offers up to 200Mbps throughput and is not affected by regional network congestion as 4G and 5G do. If higher throughput is required and no other Internet access technologies are available, you may bond multiple Starlink connections with comBOX VIrtual Leased Line services and also take advantage of the advanced TCP acceleration and bandwidth management features, allowing reliable high throughput Virtual Leased Lines in rural areas.
Microwave Leased Lines offer professional Internet connections covered with SLAs for businesses that require more than a commercial broadband connection at their office. They offer up to 10Gbps symmetrical throughput and are used mostly in residential areas where fibre is not available. Although this solution seems attractive, it is heavily impacted by weather conditions, such as snow, blocking the direct line of sight needed to the ISP’s mast. Bonding Microwave Leased Lines with the inexpensive VDSL/ADSL connections offers a more reliable and stable user experience, mitigating all the downsides of this technology.
VSAT (very small aperture terminal) can be described as the predecessor of Starlink. This technology uses satellites placed into geostationary orbit and redirects signals to hub stations on the ground which are connected to the Internet. It’s fairly cheaper than Starlink on a monthly plan basis, has a lower cost of equipment/installation and comes with higher coverage availability. The downside is a much slower bandwidth of around 5-20Mbps and limited data caps. Best use scenario is a combination of VSAT, Starlink, 4G/5G and Wifi links using the comBOX Virtual Leased Line technology for a smooth experience without downtimes and unwanted bandwidth hiccups in most extreme case scenarios.
Wifi links is an internet solution used mostly in marinas around the world. The incoming yachts anchoring to the marina often benefit from free, or low cost, Wifi links provided locally. The provided download speed is limited to a few Mbps with an even lower upload, and often is a problem for 2 or more concurrent users. Bonding this Wifi link with a 4G/5G connection and/or a Starlink service using comBOX Virtual Leased Line technology, you can reach over 100Mbps throughput on-the-go.
