SDSL, ADSL, Fibre Broadband and Leased Lines
HTL offers a full range of business internet connections, from standard broadband through to dedicated fibre leased lines. We’ll help you choose the right option based on speed, resilience and cost, and we manage the service day to day.
HTL online offers an Internet connection solution for every business. These are the 7 most common. A rule of thumb – buy as much as you can afford! If you you’d like to know more then give us a call or if you have the time and inclination … click on the service for more information.
HTL Support buys leased line circuits from Virgin Media, BT and TalkTalk, depending on the technical requirement and location.
From Fibre to EFM, circuits, these providers link directly to our own layer 2 network, and our data centres before transiting to the Internet.
SDSL, ADSL, Fibre Broadband and Leased Lines
HTL offers a full range of business internet connections, from standard broadband through to dedicated fibre leased lines. We’ll help you choose the right option based on speed, resilience and cost, and we manage the service day to day.
HTL online offers an Internet connection solution for every business. These are the 7 most common. A rule of thumb – buy as much as you can afford! If you you’d like to know more then give us a call or if you have the time and inclination … click on the service for more information.
HTL Support buys leased line circuits from Virgin Media, BT and TalkTalk, depending on the technical requirement and location.
From Fibre to EFM, circuits, these providers link directly to our own layer 2 network, and our data centres before transiting to the Internet.
Business Broadband
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Up to 24Mbps download and 1.3Mbps upload
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Download Cap
EoFTTC
Ethernet Over Fibre to the Cabinet-
Dedicated bandwidth at speeds of 20Mb symmetrical and up to 80Mb download
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No Cap
Order two connections & use the cheaper one as backup. The backup connection may not operate at optimum speed, but at least you can get your email!”
Choosing the Right Internet Connection for Your Business
There’s no single “best” type of connection – it depends on how many people you have, which systems you use and how critical connectivity is to your business.
Standard Broadband
Cost-effective for very small offices with modest usage
Ethernet-based services (EoFTTC, EFM, leased lines)
Dedicated, symmetrical bandwidth and better SLAs for organisations where connectivity is critical.
Superfast Fibre Broadband (FTTC)
Good mix of speed and cost for many SMEs.
Backup Connections
A second line (often cheaper broadband) that maintains basic access if your primary link fails.
As part of a wider project we can also review your IT Infrastructure & Operations and Cloud Solutions to make sure internet capacity matches your plans for hosted services, VoIP and remote working.
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Internet Connections
Frequently Asked Questions
How do we decide between broadband and a leased line?
It comes down to how critical the connection is and how many people or services depend on it. Broadband is cheaper but contended and has looser SLAs. Leased lines cost more but provide dedicated bandwidth, better uptime guarantees and more predictable performance.
Should we have a backup internet connection?
If email, cloud services or VoIP are important to your business, a backup connection is strongly recommended. As your own page already says, a cheaper second line may not be as fast, but it keeps you working and receiving email while the primary circuit is restored.
Can you manage the internet connection for us?
Yes. We procure and manage circuits from carriers such as Virgin Media, BT and TalkTalk, but you deal with HTL as your single point of contact for faults, changes and questions.
How long does it take to install a new connection?
Timescales vary by product. Broadband is often measured in days; leased lines and EFM can take several weeks depending on surveys and wayleaves. We’ll give you realistic lead times for each option.
Will the new connection support VoIP and cloud services?
Yes, if it’s sized correctly. As part of the design we consider your use of Cloud Solutions, Hosted Desktop, VoIP and other services so the connection has enough capacity and quality for voice and critical applications.
Ready for Better
Internet Connection in London?
If your users are frustrated with slow responses or unresolved tickets, it’s time to upgrade your helpdesk. HTL Support delivers fast, friendly and expert support that keeps your team productive.