Updated October 2026 · For businesses, job sites and new locations
Plenty of buildings, job sites and new locations have no usable cable or phone line. The good news: modern business internet does not need either. Wireless and satellite options can be faster to install and, in many cases, faster to use.
Here are your options, from fastest to most flexible.
- You do not need a cable or phone line for fast business internet.
- Fixed wireless is the fastest high-speed option without wires.
- 5G and Starlink work well for temporary sites and backup.
- Fiber is ideal long-term if it can be brought to the building.
Your Options at a Glance
| Option | Speed | Install | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed wireless | Up to 10 Gbps | Days | Permanent business sites |
| 5G / LTE | Varies by coverage | Same day to days | Temporary sites, backup |
| Starlink | Up to a few hundred Mbps | Days | Remote or hard-to-reach sites |
| Fiber | Up to 1 Tbps | Weeks to months | Long-term primary connection |
Fixed Wireless
fixed wireless uses a small radio on your roof aimed at the provider’s tower, delivering dedicated, low-latency internet without any cable or phone line. It is the closest thing to fiber you can install in days.
5G and Cellular
5G SD-WAN routers combine cellular carriers into one reliable connection. They are ideal for pop-ups, construction trailers and as automatic backup for your main internet.
How to Choose the Right Option
| If you need | Choose |
|---|---|
| High speed for a permanent office | Fixed wireless |
| Internet in a few days for a temporary site | 5G |
| Service in a remote or rural spot | Starlink |
| Long-term primary connection with fiber nearby | Fiber |
| Maximum uptime | Two options together with automatic failover |
Combine Options for Reliability
The most reliable setups use two different technologies. For example, fixed wireless as the main connection with 5G SD-WAN as backup, or fiber with fixed wireless backup. A single router switches automatically, so staff never notice when one connection drops.
What Installation Looks Like
For fixed wireless, a technician surveys your roof or wall, mounts a small radio aimed at the provider’s tower and runs one cable to your equipment room; most installs take a few hours once the site is approved. 5G routers can be shipped and plugged in. Starlink needs a clear view of the sky and a mounting location. Cronus handles every option, including permits, mounting and setup, so you get one point of contact.
Starlink Satellite
Professionally installed Starlink brings internet to sites where nothing else reaches, such as remote lots, temporary events and rural facilities.
Not sure which option fits?
Cronus offers every option and will recommend what works for your site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get internet without a cable or phone line?
Yes. Fixed wireless, 5G, Starlink and fiber all work without a cable TV or phone line.
What is the fastest internet without cable?
Fixed wireless is typically the fastest, with speeds up to 10 Gbps, followed by fiber where available.
Is wireless business internet reliable?
Professionally installed fixed wireless is very reliable, and pairing it with 5G backup keeps you online during any single outage.
