Internet Leased Line vs Broadband Connection
JioBusiness offers various public and private internet options to enterprises, with ILL and broadband being two popular choices. Leased lines function on a dedicated network links for the enterprises, unlike the more popular broadband service, which use a shared bandwidth.
Based on the business requirement, workforce size and budgets, enterprises can opt for any of the connectivity options – Broadband or ILL. To understand which connectivity options to choose, let’s evaluate the difference between broadband and leased lines.
What you need to know about ILL and Broadband
Jio’s office internet or broadband service is a solution for enterprises looking for high speed internet connection for daily operations like video conferencing, uploads, downloads, etc. With Jio’s broadband, businesses get:
- High-speed internet with up to 1 Gbps speed
- Dual-band Wi-Fi that offers superior indoor coverage and improves employee productivity
- End-to-end fiber network with 24/7 assisted care on the digital portal
While Jio office internet covers all basic needs, enterprises still need uninterrupted and secure connectivity. This is where Jio ILL is instrumental. It offers the following:
- Dedicated link between the enterprise and Jio
- Symmetrical and scalable bandwidth (up to 100 Gbps)
- Unmatched reach across India
Comparing Jio ILL and high-speed broadband internet
Let’s understand the features of each connectivity option based on their specifications
| Specifications | Internet Leased Line (ILL) | Broadband |
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| Speeds |
Dedicated bandwidth to ensure consistent speeds 24X7.
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Shared bandwidth where the speed fluctuates based on the number of active users.
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| Bandwidth Performance |
Symmetric bandwidth to ensure equal upload and download speeds.
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Upload speeds are lower as compared to download speeds.
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| Data Quota |
Unlimited data quota to ensure 100% business needs are met.
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Limited data quota based on plan selected by the customer.
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| Security |
Mitigation of cyber threats like DDoS with enterprise-grade routers and firewall.
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Data security is not as easily available on a shared bandwidth.
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| IP Address |
Static Public IPv4 and IPv6 for future continuity, hosting services and public servers for customer.
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Works on private IP and hence cannot be used by businesses for any hosting services.
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| Latency and Packet Loss |
Low latency and minimal packet loss backed by SLAs. Crucial for real-time applications and secure data transfer.
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Higher latency and occasional packet loss due to shared resources and variable network conditions.
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| SLAs |
Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for assured quality of service and prompt query resolution.
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No committed SLAs hence issue resolution may take longer.
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| Usage Scenarios |
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Choosing Between Broadband And ILL
While both leased lines and broadband are reliable choices for businesses, a higher internet leased line tariff would be a sensible choice if:
- Your business requires data-intensive and mission-critical applications that require reliable high-speed internet.
- Your business requires uptime of 24x7
Empower your connectivity with JioBusiness
Still wondering if ILL is the right choice for your business, or if broadband internet would be sufficient? The good news is that JioBusiness offers both services at competitive pricing as per market standards. With enterprise-grade broadband starting as low as Rs 801/month. For Jio ILL, businesses can explore variants offering dedicated internet access, clean internet or complete managed services, as per their need. Request a callback to understand more about the pricing plans.
