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Shared Fiber: The Smart Middle Ground Between Broadband and Dedicated Internet

June 03, 20252 min read

Professional-grade connectivity — without the enterprise price.


If your business has outgrown traditional broadband but isn’t ready for the high price tag (and long lead times) of dedicated fiber, there’s a solution you might not have considered: shared fiber.

It offers the performance your team needs — with less of the complexity, cost, or commitment. And for growing professional service firms like accounting, legal, or medical practices, that’s exactly the balance you’re looking for.

At Big Water Technologies, we’ve spent years helping firms like yours find the right internet solution. But more than that, we handle the entire process:

  • Evaluating your real usage needs

  • Comparing provider options

  • Overseeing the install

  • Making sure the new connection is integrated cleanly with your network

That’s not something most carriers or telecom vendors will do. But we’re not just selling bandwidth. We’re solving business problems.


So… What Is Shared Fiber?

Shared fiber gives your business access to fiber infrastructure with dedicated last-mile connections, but with bandwidth shared among a small group of customers. It’s a performance upgrade from broadband — with lower costs and faster deployment than dedicated fiber.

You still get excellent uptime, symmetrical speeds (upload just as fast as download), and far less congestion than traditional broadband.


Why More SMBs Are Choosing Shared Fiber

Reliable performance that easily supports Teams calls, video conferencing, file transfers, and cloud platforms — without the unpredictable slowdowns of broadband.

Scalable bandwidth that grows with you, so you don’t have to overcommit today just to be “future-proof.”

Quicker installation with less red tape and fewer delays than most dedicated fiber projects.

One project manager from start to finish — including internet, voice, and structured cabling.


The Big Water Tech Difference

Let’s be honest — comparing carriers and navigating telecom options is a mess. Every provider sounds the same, but service levels vary wildly.

That’s where we come in.

At Big Water Technologies, we bring decades of experience managing connectivity for growing firms. We don’t just hand you a quote — we build a plan, manage the project, and make sure your systems are secure and fully functional when the work is done.

And when something goes wrong? You’re not stuck calling a 1-800 number. You call us.


Final Thought

If your firm is stuck between unreliable broadband and overpriced dedicated fiber, shared fiber might be the right move — especially with the right partner managing the process.

Let’s talk about how to get better connectivity without the headaches.

👉 Reach out for a smarter connectivity plan built around your business goals.

#SharedFiber#ProfessionalConnectivity#SmarterBusiness#BigWaterTech#KeepITSimple
John Lowery is the CEO of BigWater Technologies, where he leads with a passion for innovation and excellence in delivering advanced IT solutions. With over two decades of experience in the tech industry, John specializes in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and driving customer success.

John Lowery

John Lowery is the CEO of BigWater Technologies, where he leads with a passion for innovation and excellence in delivering advanced IT solutions. With over two decades of experience in the tech industry, John specializes in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and driving customer success.

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Shared Fiber: The Smart Middle Ground Between Broadband and Dedicated Internet

June 03, 20252 min read

Professional-grade connectivity — without the enterprise price.


If your business has outgrown traditional broadband but isn’t ready for the high price tag (and long lead times) of dedicated fiber, there’s a solution you might not have considered: shared fiber.

It offers the performance your team needs — with less of the complexity, cost, or commitment. And for growing professional service firms like accounting, legal, or medical practices, that’s exactly the balance you’re looking for.

At Big Water Technologies, we’ve spent years helping firms like yours find the right internet solution. But more than that, we handle the entire process:

  • Evaluating your real usage needs

  • Comparing provider options

  • Overseeing the install

  • Making sure the new connection is integrated cleanly with your network

That’s not something most carriers or telecom vendors will do. But we’re not just selling bandwidth. We’re solving business problems.


So… What Is Shared Fiber?

Shared fiber gives your business access to fiber infrastructure with dedicated last-mile connections, but with bandwidth shared among a small group of customers. It’s a performance upgrade from broadband — with lower costs and faster deployment than dedicated fiber.

You still get excellent uptime, symmetrical speeds (upload just as fast as download), and far less congestion than traditional broadband.


Why More SMBs Are Choosing Shared Fiber

Reliable performance that easily supports Teams calls, video conferencing, file transfers, and cloud platforms — without the unpredictable slowdowns of broadband.

Scalable bandwidth that grows with you, so you don’t have to overcommit today just to be “future-proof.”

Quicker installation with less red tape and fewer delays than most dedicated fiber projects.

One project manager from start to finish — including internet, voice, and structured cabling.


The Big Water Tech Difference

Let’s be honest — comparing carriers and navigating telecom options is a mess. Every provider sounds the same, but service levels vary wildly.

That’s where we come in.

At Big Water Technologies, we bring decades of experience managing connectivity for growing firms. We don’t just hand you a quote — we build a plan, manage the project, and make sure your systems are secure and fully functional when the work is done.

And when something goes wrong? You’re not stuck calling a 1-800 number. You call us.


Final Thought

If your firm is stuck between unreliable broadband and overpriced dedicated fiber, shared fiber might be the right move — especially with the right partner managing the process.

Let’s talk about how to get better connectivity without the headaches.

👉 Reach out for a smarter connectivity plan built around your business goals.

#SharedFiber#ProfessionalConnectivity#SmarterBusiness#BigWaterTech#KeepITSimple
John Lowery is the CEO of BigWater Technologies, where he leads with a passion for innovation and excellence in delivering advanced IT solutions. With over two decades of experience in the tech industry, John specializes in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and driving customer success.

John Lowery

John Lowery is the CEO of BigWater Technologies, where he leads with a passion for innovation and excellence in delivering advanced IT solutions. With over two decades of experience in the tech industry, John specializes in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and driving customer success.

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