How to Run a Fair Internet Speed Test
A simple, repeatable method for an internet speed test that reflects your real connection, from preparing devices to repeating tests at different times.
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WiFi vs Ethernet Cable: Why Your Device Matters Too
Compare WiFi and Ethernet for speed, stability and latency, and learn how an older phone, laptop or network adapter can cap your results.
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Time of Day, Server Choice and VPNs: Why Speeds Change
Why the same connection can score differently at different hours, with different test servers or a VPN on, and how to account for it when you test.
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How to Read Speed Test Results and Compare Internet Plans
Learn to read speed test results, spot the gap between advertised and real speed, and compare internet providers using criteria beyond the headline number.
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How Much Internet Speed Do You Need for Everyday Activities
A general, honest guide to the speed, upload and ping different activities need, from browsing and video to calls and gaming, and how households add up.
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Reading a Speed Test Result: Download, Upload, Latency and Jitter
Learn how to read each number on a speed test result, with worked examples showing what download, upload, latency and jitter mean in daily use.
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When to Call Your Internet Provider and What to Say
Know when it makes sense to contact your internet provider, what to prepare first and how to word the request so your call gets results.