Cable (cable broadband)
In the UK, “cable broadband” usually means the DOCSIS-style coax network historically associated with Virgin Media—separate from Openreach copper or fibre products.
Why it matters
Cable can deliver high speeds where built, but performance and availability still depend on local network capacity and your package—not every address has the same options.
Example in UK broadband
A flat in a cabled city might choose between cable and full fibre; a rural address may have neither and rely on fixed wireless or satellite—always check postcode tools.