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- Simultaneous HD streaming
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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 Portsmouth?
- Verizon— Fast upload and download speeds
- Spectrum— No data caps
- Cox Communications— High-quality equipment
- Viasat— Widely available
Portsmouth Residential Internet Coverage
Portsmouth is an economically diverse, nautical community with both blue- and white-collar workers. Residents are well-educated and middle income. More residents of Portsmouth identify as African-American than white. Portsmouth residents trust their internet connection to stay in touch with the community and advance their careers. Compared with 85% of Virginia, 99% of Portsmouth has access to high-speed internet.
Cox Communications is the most prominent supplier, reaching 94% of homes with cable internet. Between I-664 and I-464 Verizon Fios offers DSL to 84% of home and fiber optics to 42% of residents. West of the Elizabeth River, 1% of residents have an additional cable option from Charter.
Megapth offers copper wire and DSL hookups for commercial users while Level 3 Communications reaches 1% of businesses with fiber optics. Businesses can also connect using the services offered to residents.
Internet Provider types in Portsmouth
Internet Provider availability in Portsmouth,VA
3 Mbps
100%
availability
10 Mbps
100%
availability
25 Mbps
99%
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(Internet faster than 25 Mbps)
Summary of Portsmouth Internet Providers
| Provider | Type | Download speeds up to |
|---|---|---|
| Verizon | Fiber | 940 Mbps |
| Spectrum | Cable | 100 Mbps |
| Cox Communications | Cable | 300 Mbps |
| Viasat | Satellite | 25 Mbps |
Customer Reviews of Internet Providers in Portsmouth
The speed has been good for the most part and the signal comes through nicely. So far I have no complaints.
Raelena Pavey Portsmouth, VA2015-07-11
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5/6people found this review helpful
I've been using cox communications for years now but feel their service is a little pricey and it seems to increase periodically.
Gina Facenda Portsmouth, VA2014-12-01
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10/10people found this review helpful
I 've had Cox Internet for a while and I have been very pleased with the result. hasn't stopped randomly or anything! definitely recommended
Billie Smith Portsmouth, VA2014-10-16
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8/11people found this review helpful
