Upstream and Backhaul Connections
Learn how to source internet capacity the right way.
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Created by Centipid Academy
Last updated 6/2026
English
1 week
Self-paced
Beginner
What you’ll learn
Understand upstream and backhaul basics
Compare leased fibre
microwave
cross-connects
reseller links
and satellite fallback
Know what to ask before buying bandwidth
Understand SLA
contention
public IPs
handoff
and redundancy
Create a proper bandwidth request email
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Course content
0 sections 0 lectures 1 week
Requirements
- Beginner level course delivered in a self-paced format.
- Beginner ISP operators, network planners, MikroTik learners, WISP starters, FTTH starters, and anyone preparing to request bandwidth from an upstream provider.
Description
This course teaches learners what backhaul is and how an ISP gets internet capacity from an upstream provider, data centre, exchange point, or larger ISP. Learners will compare dedicated and shared bandwidth, handoff types, public IPs, NAT, redundancy, BGP availability, SLA, support contacts, and upgrade planning.
Learn how to source internet capacity the right way.
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