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Key Characteristics

Capacity, not speed: Bandwidth is the maximum potential rate, not the actual speed or how fast data moves at any given moment.

Data transfer rate: It determines how much data can be sent or received per second.

Measured in bits per second (bps): Although often expressed in megabits (Mbps) or gigabits (Gbps) for practical purposes, the fundamental unit is bits.

Why bandwidth matters

Online activities: Higher bandwidth is beneficial for data-intensive activities like streaming high-definition video, playing online games, participating in video conferences, or downloading large files.

Multiple devices: A network with high bandwidth can support multiple devices and users simultaneously, preventing slowdowns when multiple people are online.

Internet performance: Optimizing bandwidth ensures a smoother, more efficient online experience for all connected devices.