Can you have two internet providers in one house at same time?

[Oliver Queen]

This summer Miami heat is making both of us lazy. My dog just watches cat videos all day, sucking the life out of our wifi. Can I install another internet provider in one cabin and use at the same time?

 

[jyoti]

Yes, you can have two internet providers in one house! Each will use their own modem and connection. It’s great if you want a backup or separate internet for work and fun. Just check that both providers are available in your area.

 

[Lanie]

Yes, you can have two internet providers in one house at the same time, as long as each uses separate lines or technologies (e.g., cable vs. fiber or DSL vs. fixed wireless). This setup is useful for backup connections, load balancing, or separating work and personal networks.

 

[riya]

• Redundancy / Backup connection: To stay online if one ISP goes down (important for remote work, online gaming, etc.).
• Speed / Bandwidth split: One ISP for streaming, one for work or gaming, to avoid congestion.
• Business + personal separation: Keep a business connection separate from home use.
• Different services: One may be fiber and one may be cable, DSL, or satellite.