====== Internet & TV ======

=== Internet in the dorm ===
Internet in the dorm is provided **exclusively by [[https://www.pyur.com/|Pÿur]]**.  
Other providers are currently **not available or only possible with great effort**.

There used to be a **discount for residents**, but it has since **been discontinued**.  
Pÿur currently offers the following **speed tiers**:

  * **50 Mbit/s**
  * **250 Mbit/s**
  * **500 Mbit/s**
  * **1000 Mbit/s**

For normal use (streaming, online meetings, gaming, etc.), **250 Mbit/s is more than enough**.  
Higher plans rarely make a noticeable difference, since the actual speed in the dorm often doesn’t reach the theoretical maximum anyway.

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=== Wi-Fi & Router ===
With your Pÿur contract, you usually receive a **WLAN cable box**, which combines **modem and router in one device**.  
This router is **preconfigured** and ready to use, making setup very simple.  

Typical features of the **Pÿur WLAN cable box**:
  * Supports **Wi-Fi 5 (WLAN AC)** or **Wi-Fi 6 (WLAN AX)**, depending on the model  
  * Multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports (**4x 1 Gbit**, some models with **1x 2.5 Gbit**)  
  * **2x telephone ports** for analog phones or fax devices  
  * Integrated **DOCSIS modem** for cable internet  
  * Secure and stable connection, easy setup via web interface or WPS  

A common model is the **Sagemcom F@st 3896**, which supports **Wi-Fi 6** and up to **2.5 Gbit/s LAN**.

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=== Using your own router ===
If you prefer, you can also use your own router:

  * **FRITZ!Box (Cable)** – recommended if you want more features such as advanced network settings, DECT phones, or better Wi-Fi coverage.  
    Make sure the model supports **cable connections (DOCSIS)**.  
  * You can **rent a FRITZ!Box directly from Pÿur** (simple and preconfigured),  
    or **buy/rent one externally** – though this is usually a bit more expensive.  

> ⚠️ Note: Only **routers compatible with cable internet** will work in the dorm.  
> DSL-only models are **not supported**.

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=== Tip for Shared Apartments (WGs) ===
In most shared apartments, one roommate signs the internet contract and sets up the router.  
Wi-Fi usually covers both rooms without any issues.  

If the second roommate also wants a **LAN (Ethernet) connection**, this can be done easily using a **DLAN/Powerline adapter**.  

**DLAN (also called Powerline)** allows network data to be sent through the **existing electrical wiring** in the apartment.  
You simply plug one adapter near the router and another in the other room — both connect via LAN cable.  
It’s a **practical solution** when you need a wired connection but can’t run a cable across rooms.

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=== Television (TV) ===
The dorm has a **cable connection**.  
You can optionally book **TV service** through Pÿur.  
This costs **extra** and is only needed if you actually want to watch TV.

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=== Reliability & User Experience ===
Pÿur is generally reliable,  
but there can occasionally be **short outages or connection issues**.

**Tips if problems occur:**
  * Try **restarting your router** first.  
  * Ask your neighbors whether the issue is **dorm-wide** or **only affects your room**.  
  * Larger outages are usually **reported in the dorm’s group chat**.

When it comes to **ping** (for example, in gaming), cable isn’t the absolute best,  
but it’s **fast and stable enough** for most uses, including gaming.

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=== Mobile Network Reception ===
**Mobile reception** inside the building can be **weak**, especially in **hallways** or **rooms without a balcony**.  
This is due to the strong wall insulation.

**Tip:**  
  * **Balconies or terraces** usually have better reception.  
  * **Telekom** generally offers the **best coverage** inside the building.

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=== Community Hotspot ===
There is a **community Wi-Fi hotspot** in the **common rooms**.  
It’s suitable for **basic browsing or email**,  
but not for **video streaming or online meetings**, as the bandwidth is limited.

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=== Fiber Internet ===
A **fiber connection** is **not available** in the dorm at this time.

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**Summary:**  
> - Internet provider: **Pÿur**  
> - No alternative providers available  
> - Recommended plan: **250 Mbit/s** for typical use  
> - Included: **Pÿur WLAN cable box (Wi-Fi 5 or 6)**  
> - Optional: **FRITZ!Box Cable** router (rental or own device)  
> - TV via cable connection (extra cost)  
> - Tip for shared apartments: use **DLAN adapters** for wired LAN  
> - Occasional outages – router restart usually helps  
> - Limited mobile reception, Telekom works best  
> - Community hotspot available for light use