100Mbps

100Mbps refers to a data transfer rate of 100 megabits per second. This is a common measurement of internet speed and network bandwidth. The "Mbps" unit signifies how much data can be transmitted or received in one second. A megabit is one million bits, and a bit is the smallest unit of data in computing. Therefore, 100Mbps means 100 million bits can be transferred every second.

This speed has been a standard for many years, particularly for wired Ethernet connections. Older Ethernet standards like Fast Ethernet offered speeds of 10Mbps, making 100Mbps a significant upgrade. Modern networks often provide much higher speeds, such as Gigabit Ethernet (1000Mbps or 1Gbps) and even multi-gigabit connections. However, 100Mbps is still prevalent in many home and small business internet plans, as well as in older network infrastructure.

The actual user experience with a 100Mbps connection can vary. Factors such as network congestion, the quality of the user's equipment (router, modem, cables), and the server they are connecting to can all affect performance. For typical internet activities like browsing, email, and streaming standard-definition video, 100Mbps is generally sufficient. However, for activities requiring larger data transfers, such as downloading large files, streaming high-definition or 4K video, or online gaming with many players, faster speeds might be preferable.