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BT's move from copper to fibre optic cables is all about speed and reliability. Fibre networks use light to transmit data, which is much faster and more stable than electrical signals through copper. This upgrade means you can expect significantly quicker download and upload speeds, making streaming, gaming, and working from home much smoother.
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