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<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify" id="tag-2"><strong>How to check your download speed?</strong></h2>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">First of all, you need to identify what your current network speed is. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Is it not what it should be? </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Well, you can take a download speed test, such as MySpeed to find out.</p>

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	<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Step 1: Visit gospeedcheck.com.</p>
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	<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Step 2: Click the big circle “Go” button to start the test.</p>
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	<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Step 3: The ping test, download speed, and upload speed tests are conducted one by one. </p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">After seconds, the screen displays the results of 3 metrics as of the following.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><img alt="Results of ping, download speed, and upload speed" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/Download-speed-NOT-what-it-should-be_2.jpg" style="display:block; height:300px; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Results of ping, download speed, and upload speed</em></p>

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify" id="tag-19"><strong>Causes and fixed to download speed not what it should be</strong></h2>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Now, it’s time to learn about why the actual download speed slower than speed test. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">As mentioned above, it can be the way you check download speed or your Internet connection. </p>

<h3 dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify" id="tag-23"><strong>The testing process</strong></h3>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">To make sure your download speed can satisfy “what is a good download speed?” or not, running a download speed test is necessary. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">However, the testing results can be affected by the factors below.</p>

<h4 dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify" id="tag-27">The testing server</h4>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Each speed test tool offers different testing servers. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Do you know that the physical distance between you and the testing server significantly affects your speed test results? </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">The nearer the testing server is, the faster the Internet speed is. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Thus, select the servers close to your geographic location to ensure accuracy.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><img alt="You should choose a close testing server" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/Download-speed-NOT-what-it-should-be_3.jpg" style="display:block; height:303px; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>You should choose a close testing server</em></p>

<h4 dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify" id="tag-36"><strong>VPN</strong></h4>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Turning on a VPN while doing a speed test can make the tool misunderstand and measure the speed of the private network instead of your actual connection.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">The solution is to turn off the VPN before taking a test.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">To disable VPN on Windows, follow these steps:</p>

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	<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Step 1: Go to Settings and choose Network &amp; Internet</p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><img alt="Choose Network &amp; Internet" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/Download-speed-NOT-what-it-should-be_4.jpg" style="display:block; height:361px; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Choose Network &amp; Internet</em></p>

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	<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Step 2: Choose VPN in the left-side menu</p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><img alt="Choose VPN" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/Download-speed-NOT-what-it-should-be_5.jpg" style="display:block; height:361px; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Choose VPN</em></p>

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	<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Step 3: Choose the VPN connection you want to disable and click Remove</p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><img alt="Remove a VPN" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/Download-speed-NOT-what-it-should-be_6.jpg" style="display:block; height:397px; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Remove a VPN</em></p>

<h4 dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify" id="tag-62">Take a speed test at peak hours</h4>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Conducting the test at a peak hour or just once per day can result in inaccurate results. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Of course, during peak hours, you might encounter congestion, and slow speeds are certain. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">That's why you should take several tests per day (during both peak and non-peak hours) and take an average speed for the most accurate results.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><img alt="Remove a VPN" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/Download-speed-NOT-what-it-should-be_7.jpg" style="display:block; height:397px; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>You should run a speed test several times</em></p>

<h3 dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify" id="tag-70"><strong>Slow download speed</strong></h3>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">What is a good download speed for Xbox one, streaming or gaming? </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">In general, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 3 Mbps are considered good for online activities (according to the <a href="https://us.norton.com/internetsecurity-how-to-how-to-increase-download-speed.html" target="_blank">FCC</a>). </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">When you test download speed and find it insufficient for your online demand, or it is not what it should be, the factors below may affect your download speed.</p>

<h4 dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify" id="tag-76"><strong>Download many files at a time</strong></h4>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Downloading too many files at a time is one of the most popular reasons for slow downloads. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Your device and your bandwidth connection may not be strong enough to download multiple files simultaneously.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Thus, you might experience slow Internet speed while trying to download an HD movie and several heavy documents, for example. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">It’s better to download just one file at a time to improve the speed.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><img alt="Avoid downloading many files simultaneously" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/Download-speed-NOT-what-it-should-be_8.jpg" style="display:block; height:313px; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Avoid downloading many files simultaneously</em></p>

<h4 dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify" id="tag-86"><strong>The router position  </strong></h4>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">WiFi connection is susceptible to walls, fish tanks, microwave ovens, Bluetooth devices, etc. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">If you place your router near these things, weak Internet signal strength is certain. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Instead, position it in an open space and the middle of your house. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">This way, your router works in the best condition and broadcasts stronger signals.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><img alt="Best place for a router" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/Download-speed-NOT-what-it-should-be_9.jpg" style="display:block; height:263px; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>Best place for a router</em></p>

<h4 dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify" id="tag-96">Too many users/ devices connect to a single network </h4>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">That’s so obvious!!! </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">To solve this problem, you should turn off all unused devices and limit the number of users. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Furthermore, you can consider upgrading your Internet package when the high-speed Internet demand in your house increases. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><img alt="You should limit the number of devices connected to your network" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/Download-speed-NOT-what-it-should-be_10.jpg" style="display:block; height:360px; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">You should limit the number of devices connected to your network</p>

<h4 dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify" id="tag-103"><strong>Virus</strong></h4>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Virus in your devices also causes slow download speed. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">So, install antivirus programs such as Norton 360 Deluxe, and Kaspersky Total Security,… to protect your devices from malware, virus, and others.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><img alt="An anti-virus software" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/Download-speed-NOT-what-it-should-be_11.jpg" style="display:block; height:359px; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>An anti-virus software</em></p>

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify" id="tag-111"><strong>How much download speed do you really need?</strong></h2>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Well, as mentioned earlier, FCC recommends at least 25 Mbps download speed and 3 Mbps upload speed.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">That is just the minimum.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">But should you get the download speed as fast as possible?</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">The answer is no!</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Instead, you should get the speed suitable to your own needs and the number of people in your household.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">To clarify, look at the minimum recommended download speeds for some common activities below:</p>

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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><strong>Internet Activity</strong></p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><strong>Minimum Recommended Download Speed</strong></p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">Email</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">1 Mbps</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">Music Streaming</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">2 Mbps</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">General Web Browsing</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">3 Mbps</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">Social Media</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">5 Mbps</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">Online Gaming</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">5 Mbps</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">Video Conferencing</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">5 Mbps</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">HD Video Streaming</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">5 Mbps</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">4K Video Streaming</p>
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			<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center">15 Mbps</p>
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<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Source:</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/799678/how-much-download-speed-do-you-really-need/" target="_blank">https://www.howtogeek.com/799678/how-much-download-speed-do-you-really-need/</a> </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Many people would be surprised to learn that individual online habits aren't actually that demanding.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">However, what if you get a 500 Mbps download speed just to stream an HD video?</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Well, having 500 Mbps does not result in a noticeably better experience. </p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">You're merely paying for bandwidth that you're not using but are kept on standby all the time anyhow.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Therefore, consider your needs before registering for an Internet plan.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify"><img alt="You’d better get a suitable Internet plan" src="http://gospeedcheck.com/filemanager/data-images/Download-speed-NOT-what-it-should-be_12.jpg" style="display:block; height:480px; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; width:640px"></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:center"><em>You’d better get a suitable Internet plan</em></p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Besides, it’s worth considering how your family actually utilizes the Internet before choosing an Internet subscription.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">To calculate your overall bandwidth requirements, multiply the number of users in your home by 25 Mbps.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Contrary to popular belief, most homes actually only require 50 to 100 Mbps of Internet bandwidth to fulfill all of their needs.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">Even a large family with everyone in a constant online state probably won't require more than 200 Mbps to ensure that everyone has a positive experience.</p>

<p dir="ltr" style="text-align:justify">So, once again, the download speed you actually need depends on 2 factors: Your needs and the number of people in your household.</p>
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