What is the difference between megabits and megahertz?
When they refer to network speed, they quantify it in megabits per second, or Mbps. This is the amount (or speed) at which data is transferred. Megahertz refers to the analog frequency of the carrier signal that is used to transmit the data. In theory, the higher the megahertz, the more megabits per second you can transmit. Higher megahertz frequencies can more easily reveal any defects in the cable or hardware, which is why proper installation is more critical for higher frequency installations.
