Question 1

How do I check if I can get FTTP?

Accepted Answer

Simple – we have built an online checker where all you need to do is enter your postcode and/or landline number and the checker will automatically return the best available connectivity and broadband deals.

Question 2

Is FTTP An ultrafast broadband connection?

Accepted Answer

It can be both ultrafast or superfast depending on the broadband service that you select. The difference between an ultrafast and superfast broadband connection is the speed – once you hit 300Mbps download you are in ultrafast territory, with anything above 30Mbps classified as a superfast connection.

Question 3

Why can’t I get FTTP?

Accepted Answer

The rollout of FTTP on the Openreach network has taken some time and presented logistical challenges. From an infrastructure perspective, thousands of miles of fibre cables need laying which presents logistical challenges such as road digs and wayleaves. However, the government has awarded millions of pounds worth of grants to other broadband providers and Internet service providers (ISPs) in order to speed up the rollout.

Question 4

What is the installation time for FTTP?

Accepted Answer

The quoted lead time for FTTP is 15-20 days for activation from the point of order.

Question 5

Is it just Openreach FTTP that Stream offer?

Accepted Answer

No – as part of our commitment to building the UK’s most connected we partner with Openreach and a number of local full-fibre providers. This ensures we have access to more broadband networks and full-fibre connections than any other provider in the UK.

Question 6

What is the difference between FTTP and FTTC?

Accepted Answer

FTTP is a full-fibre broadband connection that uses Fibre-Optic cables all the way from the telephone exchange to your premises. FTTC uses fibre-optic cables from the telephone exchange to the local green cabinet and then relies on the existing copper cables to complete the connection to your doorstep. It’s for these reasons that FTTP offers not just faster speeds but the increased reliability of fibre cables leads to faster average speeds.

Question 7

Why does my business need an ultrafast broadband connection?

Accepted Answer

The enhanced speeds that ultrafast broadband offers gives businesses the opportunity to either use more internet-based technologies or increase their reliability. Technologies such as VoIP, Cloud and Software as a Service will have more bandwidth to perform efficiently. Ultrafast broadband presents the option of upgrading and modernising your entire telecoms network.

Question 8

Are FTTP and FTTH the same thing?

Accepted Answer

Yes, FTTH stands for Fibre to the Home whereas FTTP stands for Fibre to the Premises. FTTH will typically be used more for residential properties and home broadband but both are still ultrafast fibre connections.

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