It's easy to check your internet speed quickly or over time with a few simple steps. Learning how to check your internet speed can come in handy if you want to make sure you’re getting your money’s ...

After a decade testing PCs, routers, and home networks, I know what causes slow speeds and can help you optimize your internet connection.

Home internet service providers and wireless carriers are always touting the speed of their services – 10 GB or more for home internet and nearing 1 GB for wireless. However, you’ll always see “up to” ...

Are you getting the internet speed you’re paying for? Should you blame a slow connection on your Wi-Fi router or internet provider? Can your internet handle things like online gaming or livestreaming?

Corrections & clarifications: A previous version of the story misstated a measurement of Internet speed. We know what “slow” internet is like: videos buffer, downloads lag and a single page can take ...

The download speed of your Internet connection is important, but if you send a lot of information from your computer, the upload speed is just as vital. Download speeds determine how quickly Web pages ...

If you want to check how fast (or slow) your internet is, the usual method is to go to speedtest.net, fast.com, or any of the bajillion other internet speed test sites. But if you have a Mac running ...

The FCC is working on creating an updated US map of broadband service to help decide where future infrastructure investment should happen and more. Read along for how to test your internet speed and ...

Websites seem sluggish and downloads take forever. It’s frustrating – especially when you’re paying for high-speed internet. First, make sure it's not just you. When I'm unsure if slow speeds or ...

Checking your internet speed in DOS mode is easy, and it only takes a few minutes to run a speed check test. CMD or command prompt commands for network speed are common, and with a quick ping, you can ...

Stephen is an author at Android Police who covers how-to guides, features, and in-depth explainers on various topics. He joined the team in late 2021, bringing his strong technical background in ...