Should I cut the cord?

If you're asking yourself, “Do I have to cut the cord?” — you're not alone. As more Americans reevaluate their monthly bills and entertainment needs, cord-cutting has become a popular topic of conversation. But what does it really mean? Do you have to give up everything you know and love about cable? And what role does fiber internet play in making that transition smooth and worthwhile?

Let’s break it down.

What is cord-cutting, anyway?

“Cutting the cord” means canceling your traditional cable TV subscription in favor of internet-based alternatives — also known as streaming services. It often includes reassessing your home phone service and bundling habits as well.

Instead of a bundled cable package, cord-cutters rely on high-speed internet to stream their favorite shows, sports, news, and movies — often for less money and with more control over what they watch. 

Do you have to cut the cord?

The short answer? No. You don’t have to. But more and more people are realizing that it just makes sense — especially when you combine streaming services with the speed and reliability of fiber internet from Ting. 

Here are a few reasons why many people choose to cut the cord:

• Rising cable bills: Traditional cable prices have increased year after year, often with hidden fees.
• Streaming flexibility: With services like Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, YouTube TV, and others, you can watch what you want, when you want — on nearly any device.
• Better internet options: With fiber internet from providers like Ting, you get faster speeds and more reliable service, which makes streaming seamless.

How fiber Internet makes the switch seamless

Switching to streaming-only works best when your internet can handle it — and that’s where fiber shines.

Here’s how fiber from Ting Internet can make cutting the cord a no-brainer:

•  Gigabit speeds: Stream 4K content, game online, and host Zoom calls all at once — without buffering.
• Low latency: Smooth performance, even during peak usage hours.
• Reliable uptime: No interruptions during the big game or the season finale.
•  Symmetrical upload/download speeds: Whether you’re uploading videos or streaming live, you get the same fast experience in both directions.

Simply put, fiber makes the internet your home’s most powerful utility — and makes cable feel like a thing of the past.

What about live sports, news and local channels?

This is one of the most common concerns, and the good news is: Yes, you can still watch live content. Many streaming services offer live TV options.  Most of the streaming platforms include access to local channels, national networks, sports, and even DVR capabilities — just like cable, but often more affordable and flexible.

So… should you cut the cord?

If you want:

• More control over what you watch
• Better internet performance for all your devices
• Freedom from long-term contracts and surprise fees
• And possibly, a smaller monthly bill…
  
  

Then cutting the cord could be one of the best tech decisions you make this year.

And with Ting’s blazing-fast fiber internet backing up your streaming life, and Ting Mobile connecting you on the go, it’s easier — and smarter — than ever.

Ready to make the switch?
Check your address to see if Ting Internet is available in your area, and take the first step toward a better-connected, cable-free future at ting.com.