Very-high-bit-rate Digital Subscriber Line 2

/ˈviː.diː.ɛs.ɛl.tuː/

noun — "squeezing fiber-class speed out of copper."

VDSL2, short for Very-high-bit-rate Digital Subscriber Line 2, is an enhanced broadband access technology that delivers high-speed data over existing copper telephone lines. It improves upon VDSL by supporting higher data rates, wider frequency bands, and better performance over short loop lengths, making it a key technology for last-mile broadband.

Long-Term Evolution

/ˌɛl tiː iː/

noun — "high-speed 4G mobile connectivity."

LTE , short for Long-Term Evolution, is a wireless broadband technology that provides high-speed data and improved capacity for mobile networks. It is part of the 4G standard and represents a major evolution from 3G networks, offering higher peak data rates, lower latency, and more efficient spectrum use. LTE is widely deployed worldwide to deliver mobile Internet, VoIP, video streaming, and enterprise connectivity over cellular networks.