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Originally Posted by biker1
If you call Quantum they may very well offer the lower rate. They can provide any level of service they want, including asymmetric bandwidths. I suspect the reason most people pay for more bandwidth is because they no idea what they need and assume more is better (it isn't better, it is just unused capability). In reality, 50 megabits per second is more than enough for the majority of people. If I could downgrade from 200 megabits per second to 50 megabits per second for $5 less per month I would. Those who actually need more probably know. The vast majority of people have no clue that 1080p video streaming only consumes about 5 megabits per second. ISPs love to upsell. Their "guides" on their websites to help you decide are fundamentally dishonest.
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Your comment reminded me of a time back in 2004 when Verizon FiOS was being deployed in NY, their "fastest" speed was 20Mbs and it worked just fine LOL. But then Netflix started streaming 4K High definition content that uses anywhere from 15-20Mbs per stream, and with a home with teenagers, 20Mbs was not going to "do it" anymore so they started offering faster speeds.
Working for Verizon and understanding how these ISPs work, they offer what the market will bear and what they need to offer to keep up with the competition.
What you are saying is basically true for people living here in the Villages and I would think everyone wanting basic internet for the cheapest price get the Xfinity Now, 100Mbs for $30/month. I don't believe you can get anything cheaper and slower than that in our area. The only other thing you can do if you have unlimited cell data is open a "hot spot" with your phone and use that. Then you are not paying for any internet service. I hear the cell phone service from the cable companies offer unlimited data so you should be able to do this.