Internet providers in Amherst, VA

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0–5 Mbps

Works for:

Checking email
Streaming music on one device
Searching on Google

5–40 Mbps

Works for:

Streaming video on one device
Video calling with Skype or FaceTime
Online gaming for one player

40–100 Mbps

Works for:

Streaming HD video on a few devices
Multiplayer online gaming
Downloading large files

100–500 Mbps

Works for:

Streaming video in UHD on multiple screens
Downloading files quickly
Gaming online for multiple players

500–1,000+ Mbps

Works for:

Doing a lot of almost anything

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Amherst Residential Internet Coverage

Positioned just north of Lynchburg, the small city of Amherst has just over 2,000 residents. Those who choose to call this area home rely on high speed Internet service for a variety of reasons, from education and work to entertainment and communication. The providers on this page can help you stay connected.

One of the largest Internet service providers in Amherst is Xfinity. This national cable provider has a massive network in Virginia. It covers all of Amherst, including Town Center, Pleasant View, Pedlar Mills, and the area near Sweet Briar College. The coverage area runs north, south, and west of the city to cover outlying areas.

Another popular option for those living in Amherst is HughesNet. This national satellite provider boasts a large network that reaches rural areas like Amherst and its surrounding communities. This company reports a top download speed of 25 Mbps and a top upload speed of 3 Mbps.

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Summary of Amherst internet providers

Provider	Type	Download speeds up to	User rating	Order online
Xfinity	Cable	1200 Mbps	3.5/5	View Plans for Xfinity
Hughesnet	Satellite	100 Mbps	3/5	View Plans for Hughesnet
Viasat	Satellite	150 Mbps	3/5	View Plans for Viasat
King Street Wireless	Fixed Wireless	1 Mbps	N/A	View Plans for King Street Wireless

Availability and speeds displayed are not guaranteed and are subject to change.

Technology Type

DSL:

DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.

Cable:

Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.

Satellite:

Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.

Fiber:

Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.

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