When it comes to online gaming, the most important tool in a player's arsenal is their Internet connection. Having a poor or unreliable Internet connection can lead to all sorts of issues when gaming cooperatively or competitively online. For the most part, a player's Internet quality will depend on their Internet Service Provider (ISP) and what types of Internet speeds are available in their area, coupled with the maximum throughput their current device can handle on the chosen medium of access. Those who live in more rural or remote areas will likely not have access to the same high-speed connections that are available in cities or more densely populated areas.