How much internet speed do I need?
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.
Available in Bedford
Available in Bedford
Available in Bedford
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Available in Bedford
Available in Bedford
Available in Bedford
Available in Bedford
Available in Bedford
Available in Bedford
Available in Bedford
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Internet Provider Availability Map
What is the best internet provider in Bedford?
- Verizon— Fast upload and download speeds
- Xfinity— High speeds widely available
- Viasat— Widely available
Bedford Residential Internet Coverage
The small city of Bedford is home to lower-middle class citizens. They work in both blue- and white-collar professions and are fairly well-educated. Bedford residents depend on a strong internet connection to connect with family and friends as well as connect with employers. Whereas only 85% of Virginians can access high-speed internet, 100% of Bedford residents have access to this service.
Currently Bedford is served by Verizon Fios for DSL and Shentel for cable internet. Both providers reach 100% of Bedford homes. Fiber optics have not yet reached the area for residents, but residents can also opt for satellite internet from HughesNet.
Bedford businesses are beginning to have access to fiber optics. Level 3 Communications currently provides the service to 1% of commercial enterprises in the area. This is likely to increase over time. Businesses can also access the same connections as area residents.
Internet Provider types in Bedford
Internet Provider availability in Bedford,VA
3 Mbps
100%
availability
10 Mbps
100%
availability
25 Mbps
100%
availability
(Internet faster than 25 Mbps)
Summary of Bedford Internet Providers
| Provider | Type | Download speeds up to |
|---|---|---|
| Verizon | High Speed Internet | 7.1 - 15 Mbps |
| Xfinity | Cable | 200 Mbps |
| Viasat | Satellite | 25 Mbps |
| Shentel | Cable | 150 Mbps |
| Lumos Networks | Fiber | 1000 Mbps |
