Why does speed matter for working from home?
Remote work mixes video calls, cloud access, corporate VPN and sometimes remote desktop. Upload speed (often overlooked) determines your camera quality in meetings and how fast you share files.
Tips to improve your connection
- Prioritize upload: 10 Mbps or more for smooth video calls.
- Use Ethernet for important meetings — more stable than Wi-Fi.
- If several people work from home, add bandwidth.
- A corporate VPN can reduce your effective speed: test with and without it.
Frequently asked questions
What internet speed do I need to work from home?
Minimum 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, with ping under 50 ms. For headroom, 100 Mbps download.
Does ping matter for working from home?
Yes — aim for under 50 ms (ideally 30 ms). Remote work mixes video calls, cloud access, corporate VPN and sometimes remote desktop. Upload speed (often overlooked) determines your camera quality in meetings and how fast you share files.