Connections for August 2022

Cornerstone Group © 2022 PANORA FIBER • WWW.PANORAFIBER.COM • 641.755-2424 IN PANORA • 641.332-2000 IN GUTHRIE CENTER Even though you’ve been online for years, it’s understandable if some internet terms remain confusing. After all, Mbps and MBps look almost alike. What does that capital “B” mean anyway? To clear things up, here’s a handy list of definitions: • Bandwidth – Bandwidth measures the total number of frequencies, or capacity, a network connection can handle at any given moment. With more bandwidth, more data can be transferred through a specific network at the same time. • Bit – Internet speed is measured in bits per second (bps). This is the smallest unit of computer information, so you’ll often see internet speeds referred to as megabits per second (Mbps). • Byte – 1 byte is equal to 8 bits. We use bytes to refer to how much memory is avail- able or being transferred. • Gbps – “Gigabits per second” is a measure of ultra-fast internet speed. 1 Gbps is equal to 1,000 Mbps. • Latency – Latency measures the delay in data transfer, telling you how fast data gets from a source to its destination. Internet connection types vary considerably when it comes to latency. For instance, 100 Mbps with a fiber optic connection will have far fewer delays than 100 Mbps with a satellite connection. • Mbps – “Megabits per second” is a common way of expressing internet speed. This number represents the bandwidth of an internet connection, which is how much data can be transferred each second. • MBps – “Megabytes per second” measures the file size when talking about how much data can be transferred each second. You might also see this figure represented as MB. • Ping – A ping is a test which determines if a server is reachable. The test sends a data packet to the server to see if the data comes back. • Ping time – Measured in milliseconds, ping time tells you how fast a data packet travels to the server and back. If your connection doesn’t register the data request for a couple of seconds, you may see a lag in your connection. When it’s time to consider upgrading the speed of your internet service, call Panora Fiber at 641.755.2424 in Panora or 641.332.2000 in Guthrie Center. Let’s Clear Up Confusion on Internet Terms Everybody Wins When You Choose Our Local Team Panora Fiber knows you have options when it comes to choosing communications service providers. So, we thank you for your loyal support. It’s truly a win-win decision for these reasons: • Our local economy wins. Panora Fiber employs area residents and the dollars you spend with us stay close to home. In addition, we provide the advanced communications services, such as high-speed fiber internet, required for businesses to grow. • Our local nonprofit organizations and community events win. We’re actively involved in the communities we serve through membership in local chamber and civic clubs as well as through volunteer work and financial donations. • Our local students win. Panora Fiber offers a college scholarship program to high school seniors. We also send a local student on an all-expense paid trip to Washington D.C. for the Foundation for Rural Service Youth Tour. Thanks again for choosing Panora Fiber. Everybody wins when we work together.