Speed Tests for My Internet Connection
Internet connection speed tests evaluate uploading, downloading and connection speeds to see the connection is functioning properly. A wide variety of free tests are available that take just a few seconds to complete. These tests provide results that can help identify certain issues with your computer, provider or signal.
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CNET
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CNET's internet speed test is designed to test the bandwidth speed of the connection. To complete the test, select the type of connection to be tested under the smaller dial displayed on the screen. The test will run for a few seconds and display the connection speed from your provider. Your results will be compared to other DSL connections, cable modems and broadband services. This test is limited to those in the United States, and results may vary based on factors such as time of day, distance to CNET servers and running services during the test.
McAfee's Internet Connection Speedometer
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McAfee is well known for its security services to help prevent computers from threats such as viruses. McAfee also offers a free connection speedometer that quickly checks the speed of transfer. Once on the site, click "Start test." The test runs for a few seconds and displays the current speed of your connection. The test can be run multiple times to compare the speed of the connection throughout the day to see if speed varies.
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Broadband
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The Broadband website is used to test four components of the Internet connection: upload, download, latency and jitter. Latency is the time it takes information to make a "round trip." Jitter is the variability in delay between the computer and the server. The website asks for your home or business address, which the government uses to ensure that broadband services are available on a geographic basis.
Argonne National Laboratory
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The Argonne National Laboratory Internet speed test takes 20 seconds to complete. It tests the download and upload speeds of your Internet connection, as well as if there is significant data loss, which may be caused by faulty cables, and congestion is creating delays. For Ethernet connections, the test also checks for duplex mismatch, which can slow the connection speed. Once the test is complete, a report is created that details speeds and important connection information.
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