Troubleshooting Slow Internet Speeds

Good internet speed is important. Good internet speed allows you to can get work done more effectually or gives you a good experience.

Factors That Affect Internet Speed

There are several things that affect internet speed. Remember get what you pay for. Below are the factors that affect your internet speed.

1. Type of Connection:
   1. Dialup
   2. Fiber-optic
   3. Cable
   4. DSL
   5. Satellite.
   6. Fixed Wireless
   7. Mobile
   8. Broadband over Powerline (BPL)
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2. Internet Service Provider (ISP): Different ISPs offer varying speeds and reliability depending on their infrastructure and service plans.
3. Network Congestion: Speeds can vary depending on the time of day and network traffic.
4. Equipment Quality: The quality of your modem, router, and network cables can impact your internet speed.
5. Location: Urban areas tend to have better infrastructure and higher available speeds compared to rural areas.

Test Your Internet Speed Websites

There are several great websites you can use to test your internet speed.

1. Internet Speed Test | Fast.com
2. Internet Speed test : Test your broadband connection (speedtest) – nPerf.com
3. Speedtest by Ookla – The Global Broadband Speed Test
4. Internet Speed Test by Speedcheck – Test my internet speed
5. TestMy.net Internet Speed Test
6. Internet Speed Test | Check Broadband Speed | Google Fiber
7. Internet Speed Test – Check Your Internet Speed (highspeedinternet.com)
8. Free Internet Speed Test (internetspeedfree.com)
9. Internet Speed test – METER.net
10. SpeedOf.Me | Internet speed test for all devices
11. Xfinity Speed Test – Check Your Internet Speed

Checkout the article below for information on internet speed websites The 7 Best Internet Speed Test Sites – BroadbandSearch.

My Advice In Troubleshooting Network Issues

Try the steps below trouble shoot slow internet or any other network issues.

1. Use one of the sites listed above to test your internet speed on more then one device if your internet is slow. If you it is only one device then it is that device.
2. Reboot your computer or any other device.
3. Reset your router. Sometimes I noticed that a router restart can fix even one devices internet issues.
4. If you use an Ethernet cable then make sure the end to computer and they are plugged in tightly.
5. If you are using Wi-Fi then make sure your Wi-Fi is on, and your are connected to your Wi-Fi Access Point
6. Update your network drivers..
7. Try a Wi-Fi hotspot if you have one on your phone or tablet. This would help you rule out your ISP.
8. Call your ISP.
9. Scan for malware.
10. See next section if you still need help.

Troubleshoot Network Articles / YouTube Videos

If you still need help then checkout the articles, and videos below to help you troubleshoot internet connection issues.

1. Why is my Internet connection so slow? – Microsoft Support
2. 8 Reasons Why Your Internet is Slow (and How to Fix It) | HighSpeedInternet.com
3. Tech Bits: 10 Tips for Troubleshooting a Slow Internet Connection – Information Technology Services – TUportal6 (temple.edu)
4. How to troubleshoot a slow internet connection? – OneSafe Software
5. The Top 10 Ways to Deal With a Slow Internet Connection | Lifehacker
6. No Internet? How to Troubleshoot WiFi and Router Issues | BroadbandNow.com
7. 10 ways to speed up your internet connection today | ZDNET
8. How To Troubleshoot Internet Connection Problems (howtogeek.com)
9. How to Fix Your Internet Connection: 19 Things to Try (wikihow.com)
10. 9 most common network issues and how to solve them | TechTarget

if you want watch a YouTube video to help you troubleshoot internet speed then checkout the links below.

1. Windows Network Setup and Troubleshooting – YouTube
2. PING Command – Troubleshooting Networks (youtube.com)
3. Troubleshooting slow networks with Wireshark // wireshark filters // Wireshark performance (youtube.com)
4. Troubleshooting Slow Internet (youtube.com)
5. When only one computer has slow internet (youtube.com)

I hope this article helps you troubleshoot slow internet issues.