How Can I Check How Fast My Internet Speed Is?
Although you may be paying for a certain advertised Internet speed, your actual results may vary depending on your location and the equipment that you are using. If you think your Internet is slower than advertised or you are just curious to know your actual Internet speed, you can run an Internet test to find out your actual download and upload speeds. This will give you real-world results rather than the general estimate that your service provider gives you.
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Instructions
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Close any applications that may inhibit your computer's connections speed. This includes any application that accesses the Internet. For the best results, your Internet Web browser should be the only application open.
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Navigate to www.speedtest.net in your computer's Web browser.
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Click the "Begin Test" icon to start the speed test. A test will run that will determine your internet's ping, download speed and upload speed.
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Tips & Warnings
Click "Compare Your Result" after the test finished to compare your Internet's speed to the national average and state average download and upload speeds.
If your are using a wireless router, your Internet speed may vary between wired and wireless connections. Take the speed test wirelessly and wired to your router to ensure you are getting the best results.
