Benefits of Microwave vs Fiber
Cytranet boasts the fastest Microwave infrastructure across the Las Vegas Valley, delivering speeds from 1Mbps up to well over 1000Mbps. Throughout southern Nevada, Cytranet provides top-tier Microwave and wireless Internet services. Compared to a city-wide fiber network, which has to pass through multiple routers and switches before reaching its endpoint, microwave connectivity takes a more direct route. This means fewer devices involved, and with fewer links in the chain, the risk of failure is dramatically reduced. Fiber connections can be vulnerable—if any part of the system fails, the whole network might go down. Microwave, on the other hand, sends data directly through the air, following the most direct path. Even when line-of-sight isn’t possible, Cytranet’s network can route the signal through other towers to complete the connection. With fewer components in the path, there’s less chance of disruptions—from equipment failure to fiber cuts caused by construction—making microwave an incredibly reliable option. And when every millisecond matters, microwave shines with ultra-low latency thanks to its streamlined path and minimal hardware interaction.
Cost Savings
Microwave links also come with significant cost advantages when compared to fiber or leased lines. Carriers often impose steep monthly fees and require long-term contracts—just to connect buildings that may be only a few hundred yards apart. When fiber isn’t already installed, the setup costs can be steep. In contrast, microwave installations often pay for themselves within months—typically under a year—and ongoing costs are limited, often just an annual service agreement. For businesses without room in their capital budgets, leasing microwave equipment becomes a smart alternative. When compared to the high recurring fees of leased lines or the upfront fiber installation, microwave nearly always emerges as the most budget-friendly solution.
Lead Time of Installation
Installing new fiber or leased lines can take several months—or longer. Today’s advanced radio technologies, particularly short-haul systems, make it possible for Cytranet to get a high-speed microwave link of up to 1 Gbps running between two buildings in just one day. That’s a game-changer for businesses needing fast deployment.
Reliability
Just because fiber runs underground doesn’t mean it’s safe from damage. From manhole fires to unexpected street-level incidents, fiber cuts can knock out entire networks. Many businesses turn to Cytranet for a quick microwave setup after experiencing such outages. Once they see how fast a reliable link can be established, many opt to keep microwave as either a primary connection or a backup to ensure uninterrupted service. For critical operations, having that extra layer of redundancy is not just smart—it’s essential.
Microwave Private Point-to-Point Internet
Cytranet’s Microwave Metro Link is a secure, wireless point-to-point private network connecting two business locations anywhere in the Las Vegas area at speeds up to 1 Gbps. It offers a clear advantage over fiber by eliminating the costs and delays that come with telecom provisioning. These local Metro Link networks are exclusively available in the region. For connections outside Nevada, traditional provisioned cabling would still be required.
