What is the difference between leased line and broadband?

A leased line, which is often more expensive and more likely to be used by a business due to their connectivity needs, provides a dedicated connection between two points, such as between a business location and an internet service provider’s network. This means that the bandwidth is reserved exclusively for the subscriber, and it is not shared with other users. Leased lines also sometimes come with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) that guarantee a certain level of service, including uptime and performance.

Broadband, on the other hand, can be more cost-effective but is a shared connection where multiple users share the available bandwidth. This can result in contention, especially during peak times, which may lead to variations in speed. While broadband services are generally reliable, they may not come with the same level of SLAs or guarantees as leased lines, depending on the provider.