Internet Speed

[sjm1027]

I just updated my Comcast Internet speed to 8X768 but not sure how to tell if it's working at that speed.

Is there a test you can do to measure the speed your getting from the modem?

They did not replace my old Motorola Surfboard modem SB4100 I thought they would.

Thanks
Steve

:confused:

[rjfvillarosa]

Try this: www.dslreports.com

[TwoRails]

This is the one I mostly use:

http://www.speakeasy.net/speedtest/

Just hit 7182 up, 380 down, and have no idea what I'm suppose to get... I know it's should be at least 6000 up, but heard rumor they upped it recently. Either way, I'm happy :)

[sjm1027]

My download speed was 7676 kbps
My upload speed was 722 kbps

Why is it so different, shouldn't it be close to the same?

Thanks for the web sites
Steve

[Alaron]

If you're paying for 8Mb down and 768Kb up, then you're all set. Upload speeds are throttled way down for consumer connections to discourage hosting websites.

[sjm1027]

Yes, I believe I went from 4 to 8. So this looks good then? I want to make sure Comcast wasn't scamming me. Not that they have done it before :D

Thanks

[Alaron]

Those results are fine. There is always a slight overhead, thats why you won't see exactly 8Mb, but enjoy the speed. :)