Your business faces constant pressure to keep up with fast-paced digital demands—slow or unreliable internet just doesn’t cut it anymore. The need for high-speed, reliable connectivity has never been greater with your business’s increasing reliance on cloud-based tools, large data transfers and seamless video conferencing, among other applications.
This is where fiber comes in. Fiber internet offers unmatched speed and consistent performance, solving the common challenges of lag, buffering and limited bandwidth. Cox Business Fiber takes it a step further, providing scalable solutions and expansive reach that ensures your business stays connected and future-ready.
In this blog, we’ll explore Cox Business fiber solutions and how they can support your business needs.
Fiber Solutions to Meet Your Business Needs
Cox Business offers reliable, fiber-powered connections designed to fit your business—no matter the size. These include:
- Passive Optical Network (PON)— If your company is a medium-sized business looking for a cost-effective, energy-efficient internet solution, Cox Business PON is an excellent choice. PON uses a shared fiber infrastructure to deliver high-speed connections to multiple endpoints without expensive maintenance.
- Internet Protocol Multiprotocol Label Switching (IP MPLS) Network— An IP MPLS network is ideal if you run an enterprise business that needs secure, high-capacity data transport for critical operations. The Cox Business IP MPLS network’s self-healing design ensures uptime, reliability and low latency.
- Hybrid Fiber Coaxial (HFC) Network— If you’re not ready to transition fully to fiber, Cox Business’s HFC network is a smart option. By combining the power of fiber with the flexibility of coaxial cable, it delivers reliable high-speed internet up to 2 Gbps speeds.
Fiber Reach to Support Your Business Growth
Cox Business’s fiber network extends far beyond its traditional markets, supported by strategic partnerships and acquisitions.
- Coverage in Core Markets— Fiber is widely available in Cox Business’s primary markets, ensuring your business can access top-tier connectivity for local and regional operations. Backed by a national fiber-optic backbone and advanced equipment, Cox provides scalable solutions that grow with your needs and support critical internet, voice and video services.
- Expanded Reach through Acquisitions— Through strategic acquisition, we’ve expanded our network to provide your business with extensive, reliable connections. With the acquisition of Unite Private Networks (UPN) in 2016, for example, we added more than 12,000 miles of fiber. In 2021, Segra, adding another 30,000 miles of fiber in to support a variety of solutions, including dark and lit fiber, private lines, optical Ethernet, Internet access, FiberVoice, DDoS protection, Cloud Connect and SD-WAN. Finally, Segra’s acquisition of EverStream in October 2024 adds more than 27,500 miles and speeds up to 100 Gbps, supporting dedicated internet access, dark fiber, Ethernet and data center solutions.
- Multiple Peering Centers and Tier-1 Partnerships— Cox Business also has multiple peering centers strategically located across the U.S. to ensure reliable routes for your data. Unlike providers that rely on a single peering point, Cox offers “triverse” connectivity in many markets, giving your business multiple backup routes to reduce the risk of outages and maintain network stability. Additionally, we partner with Tier-1 transit providers, allowing your data to flow seamlessly across national and international routes, which is ideal for mission-critical applications and high-speed access.
The Future is Fiber
Cox Business fiber isn’t only an internet solution—it’s the backbone that supports your business growth and drives innovation. With symmetrical speeds, you can handle high-bandwidth tasks like data transfers and video conferencing without missing a beat. As your business evolves, our fiber network scales with you, ensuring your connectivity keeps pace with your expanding needs.
Backed by a reliable fiber-optic backbone, multiple peering centers and Tier-1 transit partnerships, the Cox Business network delivers the speed and reliability you need to stay competitive. Plus, our 24/7 network monitoring and support give you peace of mind. Upgrade today and position your business for success, no matter what the future holds.
