At Criterion we offer fast, reliable and affordable leased lines to businesses big and small. We promise to provide high speed dedicated internet access on a super reliable, enterprise grade leased line that is delivered quickly and at an affordable price. Ideal for businesses who cannot afford any drop in service of loss of connectivity, our aim is to give your organisation a first-class internet experience with reliable speeds ranging from 10Mbps to 10Gbps and above.
Providing the reassurance of a business grade solution, its ideal for businesses that can’t afford to lose their internet connection or suffer any drop in service or speeds. All of our Leased Lines provide are fully supported by comprehensive performance SLA’s. Being a fully uncontended line, you’ll benefit from a tough, resilient internet connection with guaranteed download and upload speeds, no matter how many users are active at any one time.
This allows you to transfer massive files between sites, customers, and employees, making them perfect for those who are required to upload larger file sizes and those who need to have the same speeds, guaranteed, day and night. Our lines can be provided up to 35Km between your office and the nearest network Point of Presence (PoP) with no degradation in bandwidth.
Dedicated vs Shared Connection
A leased line provides a dedicated connection between two points while broadband connections are shared among multiple users. This means that leased lines offer a guaranteed speed and quality of service, while broadband speeds can fluctuate depending on the number of users and activity on the network.
Symmetrical vs Asymmetrical Speeds
Leased lines offer symmetrical speeds, meaning the download and upload speeds are the same. Broadband connections, on the other hand, typically offer faster download speeds than upload speeds.
Guaranteed Bandwidth
Leased lines guarantee a specific amount of bandwidth for a business, which means that the business always rely on the same speed. With broadband, the bandwidth is shared among multiple users and can vary depending on the network usage.
Service Level Agreements
Leased line providers offer service level agreements (SLAs), which ensure that the service will be available at all times and any issues will be resolved promptly. Broadband providers may not offer the same level of SLAs.
Higher Cost
Leased lines are typically more expensive than broadband connections due to the dedicated nature of the service.
Scalability
Leased lines can be easily scaled up or down to meet the changing needs of a business, while broadband connections may have limitations in terms of scalability.
Installation Times
Leased lines require a dedicated installation process and can take longer to install than broadband connections.
Static IP Addresses
Leased lines provide static IP addresses, which can be useful for businesses that need to run their own servers or VPNs. Broadband connections may not always provide static IP addresses.
Network Security
Leased lines offer a more secure connection as the data is not shared with other users on the network. Broadband connections can be less secure due to the shared nature of the service.
Quality of Service
Leased lines offer a guaranteed quality of service, which means that businesses can always rely on the same speed and performance. Broadband connections can experience fluctuations in speed and performance due to network congestion.
Connection Reliability
Leased lines are more reliable than broadband connections, as they are less prone to outages or downtime.
Customer Support
Leased line providers typically offer dedicated customer support for businesses, while broadband providers may not offer the same level of support.
Upload and Download Limits
Broadband connections may have upload and download caps, which can limit the amount of data that businesses can transfer. Leased lines do not have these caps.
Distance Limitations
Leased lines can be used over longer distances than broadband connections.
Network Availability
Leased lines may not be available in all locations, while broadband connections are generally available in most areas.
Service Type
Leased lines provide a dedicated, point-to-point connection, while broadband connections provide a shared connection.
Latency
Leased lines offer lower latency than broadband connections, which can be important for businesses that require real-time data transfer.
Service Customisation
Leased line providers can customise the service to meet the specific needs of a business, while broadband providers may have limitations in terms of customisation.
Multiple Locations
Leased lines can be used to connect multiple locations, while broadband connections are typically used for a single location.
Service Priority
Leased line providers can prioritise specific services or applications, ensuring that they receive the necessary bandwidth and quality of service. Broadband providers may not offer this level of service prioritisation.
