For context that's 36 per cent higher than the previous record of 2.60 TBPs, reached during streaming of the Rugby World Cup. THE IMPORTANCE OF RELIABILITYJody says this new dynamic makes having a fast, reliable internet connection even more important:"Internet speed is important but reliability is the main thing. Those on older ADSL or VDSL internet (around 466,000 households, according to Chorus) will enjoy less reliable connection and more frequent dropouts, whereas fibre is much more reliable. A SIMPLE SOLUTIONIn 2020, you don't have to put up with an internet connection that freezes your Zoom calls or stops your work in its tracks. There's a simple solution, which Jody says is a no-brainer:"It's a normal modem with a 4G sim inbuilt that kicks in as soon as the internet drops out to guarantee uninterrupted internet.

Source: Stuff November 10, 2020 16:04 UTC