Status: No 1Gbit as expected
Status: No 1Gbit as expected
In a way, your point has some validity. Currently, fiber optics seem to send just one bit at a time. However, there might be future advancements, though for everyday consumer and industrial use, it's usually limited to single bits. Copper, on the other hand, can handle multiple bits through techniques like QFDM or PSK, allowing it to carry several bits simultaneously. This explains how even with typical copper signals in the 200 to 400 MHz range, they can transmit more data efficiently. There will be a minor delay from the modulator and demodulator, but modern technology makes this almost imperceptible.
Fritz has a strong presence in my German region, offering robust hardware. It could appear the system is strained, but we only have one Dect device connected via the router. The WAN connection failed during testing, though I confirmed the cables were intact. My report begins here: Quick update, please! Don’t rely on Ookla’s online tools—especially if you’re far from urban areas. I installed the Ookla software on my PC and performed numerous tests with various servers. Results were impressive: up to 600Mbit on one server and around 500Mbit on average. Uploads consistently stayed above 900Mbit. It seems the WAN network in Germany, particularly in rural areas, is generally weak, likely due to many legacy cooper cables. Since these servers aren’t set up for heavy download traffic, speeds in Steam reached 70Mbit—remarkable for such distance. TL;DR: German internet quality is poor compared to North America or South Korea. Ookla Desktop works better, but I still crave those faster 900Mbit downloads. Thanks to everyone for the support!