Do You Need a Lot of Bandwidth?

Author: Scott Davidson

 

The volume of data transmitted over an internet connection is dependent on the bandwidth available. When you are opting for a web hosting plan you should decide beforehand how much bandwidth you would require.

 

If some service provider offers unlimited bandwidth you have to be wary, since if someone claims ‘unlimited bandwidth’ it is just bluff. ‘Unlimited bandwidth’ is simply non-existent.

 

No broadband provider offers an internet connection as ‘Unlimited Mb/sec.’ then how can a web hosting concern which usually doesn’t have access lines of its own, claim to offer ‘unlimited bandwidth’?

 

In most cases websites using high bandwidth on so-called ‘unlimited’ plans stand every chance to get disconnected under the surmise of violation of ‘acceptable use policy’ or ‘terms of service’ with no refund.

 

When you visit a website featuring ‘unlimited bandwidth’ as one of the user options, make sure to go through the acceptable use policy or the terms of service, and read the fine print about the disclaimer on the ‘unlimited’ option.

 

When you are searching for web hosting services go for those who clearly mention the bandwidth offered, and make you best estimate of your needs; also scrutinize your usage in the initial period. These points are to be considered in an estimate:

 

• What will be the number of users accessing your website?

 

• What is the number of pages that can be accessed?

 

• What is the size of the HTML and graphic files?

 

Big video/audio files, system programs and downloads of files need more bandwidth. Websites with flash use up a vast quantity. Full-length 3-dimensional audio-visual presentations, as well as Virtual Reality (VR) programs need maximum bandwidth.

 

Though the service is not accurate yet it gives you an opportunity to work on the Web until your website establishes itself online and actual traffic is created.

 

Don’t get carried away with the unlimited bandwidth proffered by some providers.

 

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