How Do I – Check My DSL Speed – And Slow Connections

I made the jump from dial-up to DSL a little over a year ago and I haven’t looked back. A friend tipped me off that I might not be getting the speed I’m paying for so I decided to check my DSL speed to see just where I stood and it’s a good idea for you too if you’re paying the higher price for DSL or any other type of broadband connection.

Performing a DSL Speed Check – Simple

Performing a DSL speed check is simple. There are many websites out in cyberspace that allow you to test your connection free of charge. The one I like to use is broadbandreports.com. It has practically all the information about high speed Internet connections you could possibly want, plus a service to test the speed of your connection be it DSL or cable. Just click the link labeled “Tests” and follow the instructions. In a few seconds you’ll be given a detailed report of just how you connection stacks up with other forms of broadband and you’ll be able to see at a glance if you’re getting the speed you’re paying for.

Slow Connections, Bad Line, Optimizing

If you find that your connection is significantly slower than what your provider says you should be getting, you should definitely call and see what the problem is. Problems with the physical line can impair your connection. On the other hand, if you’re getting the top speed, but your surfing is still sluggish, you might want to take a good look at your system to be sure that it’s optimized to deliver the best high speed performance. Adding as much RAM as your computer will allow is a good way to improve overall system performance. Purchasing and installing an Internet optimizer like WebRocket, which manages your cache and other system settings will help speed up your web experience.

The world of high speed is more affordable than ever with providers like Verizon and Comcast offering great deals on DSL and cable connections respectively. If you haven’t done so yet and if broadband is available in your area, there’s no better time than now to jump on the bandwagon.