 But not anymore. For the first time in nine years, the FCC's annual high-speed internet assessment has revisited the speed issue. Guess what they say? You don't have a high-speed internet connection unless you're getting at least 100 megabit downloads and at least 20 megabits uploading. But really, think about this. One gigabit lines are now routinely available to so many homes. I'm surprised that the FCC considers 100 megabits fast, really. So bottom line here, always get the fastest line that you can afford.