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== Web hosting ==

In [[Web hosting service]], the term ''bandwidth'' is often incorrectly used to describe the amount of data transferred to or from the website or server within a prescribed period of time, for example ''bandwidth consumption accumulated over a month'' measured in gigabytes per month.{{citation needed|date=November 2011}}<ref>{{Cite web |last=Low |first=Jerry |title=How Much Hosting Bandwidth Do I Need For My Website? |url=https://www.webhostingsecretrevealed.net/blog/web-hosting-guides/how-much-bandwidth-does-your-site-really-need/ |url-status=live |website=WHSR|date=27 March 2022 }}</ref> The more accurate phrase used for this meaning of a maximum amount of data transfer each month or given period is ''monthly data transfer''.

However, it's important to note that some hosting providers may overstate the available bandwidth, leading to potential misconceptions.

Providers often advertise specific bandwidth limits for their plans. Yet, the accuracy of these claims can vary. Some providers might exaggerate their bandwidth capabilities, leading to a mismatch between advertised and actual performance. This is particularly true in cases where network infrastructure cannot sustain the claimed bandwidth.

Understanding the [https://vsys.host/blog/true-vs-fake-10gbps-servers difference between accurate ("true") and inflated ("fake") bandwidth] claims is crucial. Reliable providers accurately represent their network's capabilities, while others might engage in practices that artificially inflate perceived bandwidth. Such practices can mislead customers into believing they have more bandwidth than is truly available.

To make informed decisions, users should research hosting providers thoroughly. Independent reviews, performance benchmarks, and user experiences can offer insights into a provider's actual bandwidth performance. In areas with limited connectivity or on wireless networks, the risk of bandwidth overestimation is heightened, emphasizing the need for cautious evaluation of hosting offers.

A similar situation can occur for end-user ISPs as well, especially where network capacity is limited (for example in areas with underdeveloped internet connectivity and on wireless networks).