There are two primary types of bandwidth: symmetric and asymmetric. Symmetrical bandwidth connections, as the name suggests, exist when an equal amount of data is transmitted at an equal amount of speed between two points. Video conferencing is an example of a symmetrical bandwidth connection.
On the other hand, asymmetrical bandwidth connections are characterized by differences in the upload and download speeds. These types of connections are typically more cost-effective than symmetrical bandwidth and offer faster speeds for downloading than uploading. Broadband and DSL internet connections are examples of asymmetrical bandwidth connections.