Shared Packages Vs Dedicated? Why people are consufused about their internet package?
Dedicated vs Shared Internet — Why Speed Confuses Everyone
By Dadulink Dadu | Updated: October 2025
Have you ever subscribed to a 10 Mbps internet package but noticed that your downloads don’t seem as fast as expected? You’re not alone. Many users are confused by how Mbps, MB/s, and the difference between Dedicated and Shared internet connections actually work.
🧠 What Does Mbps Mean?
When an internet plan says 10 Mbps, it stands for 10 Megabits per second. But your files download in megabytes (MB). Since 1 Byte = 8 Bits:
10 Mbps ÷ 8 = 1.25 MB/s
This means your 10 Mbps plan can download roughly 1.25 megabytes per second — in ideal network conditions.
📉 Why Your Download Speed Looks Lower
When you download files, your system shows speeds in MB/s (megabytes per second). So if you see:
1.2 MB/s download speed
That’s completely normal for a 10 Mbps connection.
🌐 Dedicated vs Shared Internet
The real-world speed difference often comes from whether your connection is dedicated or shared.
| Type | How It Works | Speed Stability | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dedicated Internet | Full bandwidth reserved for you only. | Stable, full speed 24/7. | Offices, CCTV, gamers, ISPs. |
| Shared Internet | Bandwidth shared among users on the same line. | May drop during peak hours. | Home users, schools, small shops. |
📊 Realistic Speed Comparison
| Package | Theoretical Max (MB/s) | Average Shared Speed |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Mbps | 0.5 MB/s | 300–450 KB/s |
| 6 Mbps | 0.75 MB/s | 500–700 KB/s |
| 10 Mbps | 1.25 MB/s | 0.8–1.1 MB/s |
| 12 Mbps | 1.5 MB/s | 1.0–1.3 MB/s |
| 24 Mbps | 3.0 MB/s | 2.2–2.8 MB/s |
| 30 Mbps | 3.75 MB/s | 2.8–3.4 MB/s |
| 35 Mbps | 4.4 MB/s | 3.2–4.0 MB/s |
💡 Why Most People Get Confused
- Mixing units: Mbps (bits) vs MB/s (bytes) — divide by 8 to compare properly.
- Shared connections: Multiple users share one bandwidth pipe.
- Line quality & WiFi issues: Router distance, wiring, or old devices affect actual speed.
🧩 Example: 10 Mbps in Real Life
| Activity | Data Size | Approx. Time |
|---|---|---|
| Download 1 GB Movie | 1024 MB | ~14 minutes |
| Download 5 GB Game | 5120 MB | ~1 hour 10 minutes |
| YouTube 1080p Streaming | ~4 Mbps usage | Smooth playback |
✅ Summary
- Dedicated = You get your full speed always.
- Shared = Speed varies depending on usage load.
- Mbps ÷ 8 = MB/s (actual file download rate).
- WiFi quality, router, and time of day affect performance.
🌟 Check & Compare Your Speed
Use our Dadulink Speedtest Tool to check your real-time speed, and then try our Transfer Rate Calculator to estimate file download times.
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