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5+ Mbps- Regular browsing
- Music streaming
- Ideal for 1 person
- HD video streaming
- Casual gaming
- Ideal for 1-2 people
- Ultra HD streaming
- Frequent gaming
- Ideal for 2-4 people
- Simultaneous HD streaming
- Simultaneous gaming
- Ideal for 4+
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Technology Type
DSL:
DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.
Cable:
Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.
Satellite:
Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.
Fiber:
Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.
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Internet Provider Availability Map
What is the best internet provider in Amherst?
- Verizon— Fast upload and download speeds
- Xfinity— High speeds widely available
- Viasat— Widely available
Amherst Residential Internet Coverage
Positioned just north of Lynchburg, the small city of Amherst has just over 2,000 residents. Those who choose to call this area home rely on high speed Internet service for a variety of reasons, from education and work to entertainment and communication. The providers on this page can help you stay connected.
One of the largest Internet service providers in Amherst is Xfinity. This national cable provider has a massive network in Virginia. It covers all of Amherst, including Town Center, Pleasant View, Pedlar Mills, and the area near Sweet Briar College. The coverage area runs north, south, and west of the city to cover outlying areas.
Another popular option for those living in Amherst is HughesNet. This national satellite provider boasts a large network that reaches rural areas like Amherst and its surrounding communities. This company reports a top download speed of 25 Mbps and a top upload speed of 3 Mbps.
Internet Provider types in Amherst
Internet Provider availability in Amherst,VA
3 Mbps
100%
availability
10 Mbps
100%
availability
25 Mbps
96%
availability
(Internet faster than 25 Mbps)
Summary of Amherst Internet Providers
| Provider | Type | Download speeds up to |
|---|---|---|
| Verizon | High Speed Internet | 7.1 - 15 Mbps |
| Xfinity | Cable | 200 Mbps |
| Viasat | Satellite | 25 Mbps |
| Lumos Networks | Fiber | 1000 Mbps |
