How fast is fiber internet?

Windstream Fiber Internet provides speeds ranging from 100 Mbps to 2 Gig (2,000 Mbps). That’s very fast.

Does Windstream offer fiber internet?

Yes! See what fiber plans are offered in your area by visiting the Windstream Fiber map on our availability page.

Is fiber internet available in my area?

Find out whether Windstream Fiber is available in your area by viewing the Windstream Fiber map on our availability page.

Is fiber internet better than Wi-Fi?

Fiber internet provides fast, reliable, and secure Wi-Fi to your home. Since fiber internet and Wi-Fi go hand in hand, fiber internet isn’t better than Wi-Fi, it makes your Wi-Fi better.

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Windstream Fiber Internet Map

Kinetic by Windstream is expanding its fiber-optic internet services across the US. Check out the state dropdown below to see if faster, stronger speeds are offered in your area.

Fiber-Optic vs Cable Internet

Fiber transmits data by light pulses sent through thin glass fibers. This provides a faster connection than traditional cable and DSL internet, which use copper cables to send digital data.

Choose Kinetic by Windstream to enjoy:

Internet speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Uninterrupted connection, even during power outages
Faster upload and download speeds
Smoother streaming

Compare internet plans

Kinetic by Windstream offers a range of strong, dependable alternatives to our fiber-optic network. Check out our other plans and get the home internet you need.

How to Install Kinetic Fiber Internet

Professional Windstream Installation

A perfect way to let someone else do the work. May be required for new home builds or Windstream fiber installations.

You select an installation date and time frame at the end of checkout. On installation day, your technician calls when they’re en route to your home.
If your home needs external wiring to connect to the Windstream node, your technician installs that first.
Then, your installer sets up your modem and any Wi-Fi extenders or Kinetic Voice equipment you ordered.
Before your technician leaves, they’ll connect any Wi-Fi devices you need help with (e.g., printers, streaming devices, etc.).

DIY Windstream Installation

A great way to fit installation around your schedule. May not be an option for new home builds or Windstream fiber installations.

Select the self-install option at checkout, along with a service activation date. You’ll receive an installation kit in the mail.
On activation day, decide where to place your equipment, then set up your modem using the detailed kit instructions.
Connect your Wi-Fi devices to start using your new Windstream internet.

Additional Fiber Internet Resources

Check out the Windstream Resource Center for the answers to all your fiber and internet-related questions.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Windstream use fiber?

Yes, Windstream offers multiple fiber-optic internet plans, including gig internet packages up to 2,000 Mbps. Windstream also provides DSL internet options, like Kinetic 100 Mbps Internet.

What is kinetic fiber Internet?

Kinetic Fiber internet uses thin strands of glass or plastic, called optical fibers, to transmit data using light pulses. These fibers carry data over long distances at incredibly high speeds, minimizing signal degradation.

Because fiber-optic cables are immune to electromagnetic interference, Kinetic Fiber internet provides reliable and fast internet connections for users. See what Kinetic Fiber plans are offered in your area by visiting the Windstream Internet availability page.

How fast is Windstream fiber optic?

Windstream offers a range of great fiber internet options, from 300 Mbps to 500 Mbps to 2 Gig (that’s 2,000 Mbps!). Check out the chart on this page for more information about Windstream fiber plans.

Is Windstream Kinetic fiber good?

Yes, Kinetic by Windstream Fiber is a great choice for your home internet. Fiber internet offers secure internet at faster speeds than ever before—up to 2 Gig!

Is it worth getting fiber internet?

If you work, learn, or game from home and require a strong internet connection with fast download and upload speeds, Windstream Fiber internet is absolutely worth it.

States where Windstream Gig Internet is available

Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas