Speed tests are good at the big number, but there are other numbers behind the scenes.

Here’s how to figure out how much speed your household needs, and when it might be time to switch to a new provider.

Internet speed tests aren’t just for people who obsess over their internet speeds. When my friends or parents are experiencing an inevitable home internet slowdown, I recommend always starting with a ...

We do almost everything online, from shopping to gaming to binge-watching our favorite shows. And internet speeds determine how fast we do all that. Speed is calculated in megabits per second (Mbps or ...

Don't stop using it though.

You've done all the research, looked at user reviews, prices, plans, and available speeds, and you chose your internet service based on the best possible performance and value for your area. You're ...

There are two native ways to perform an Internet speed test from the Taskbar in Windows 11: Perform an Internet speed test using the Taskbar system tray Test Internet speed using Quick Settings. Let’s ...

In brief: In surprising news, Windows 11 is getting a new feature that isn't powered by generative AI. Microsoft is reportedly working on an internet speed test that can be accessed from the Taskbar's ...

The new built-in speed test is meant to useful for quickly testing your device's internet connectivity that can help you troubleshoot. Back in September of 2025, right before the release of Windows 11 ...

Windows 11's new "internet speed test" tool sounds handy… until you click it. Turns out it's basically just a glorified shortcut that launches Bing in your browser. A couple of days ago, Microsoft ...

Living in rural Idaho, I've relied on Starlink for my home internet access since 2022. It's so much better than it was then, but my latest performance data raises new questions about the value of its ...