I have found a website in the UK that has a handy diagram and explanations of how ADSL works. It starts from your PC and shows how data travels all the way to the Internet. The Info comes from ThinkBroadBand, who is the UK's largest independent broadband news and information site.
Also there is a tool for finding out how fast your connection is. I have tried the test and the results are...
Date |
24/09/07 08:18:33 |
Speed Down |
982.95 Kbps ( 1 Mbps ) |
Speed Up |
748.38 Kbps ( 0.7 Mbps ) |
Port |
8095 |
Server |
speedtest1.adslguide.org.uk |
They also provide a link to the results page which also has a graph showing comparative performances.
As you can see the speed is 1Mbps, I actually pay for a 8Mbps link. Even if you take in to consideration the test is conducted over the Internet to the UK, it is still too slow.
BroadBand speeds in the UK are being investigated by OffCom, see this BBC report - Broadband speeds under scrutiny
Try the test and leave a comment below with your paid-for-speed and your actual speed.
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What visitors have said...
- Geoffrey Coan said on 29 September 2007
I've just tried the test myself (twice) and got the same results both times: Speed Down 474.44 Kbps ( 0.5 Mbps ) Speed Up 241.67 Kbps ( 0.2 Mbps ) My BT ADSL broadband service (paid for by my employer) is supposed to be a 1/2 Mbps service so looks like I'm getting what I'm supposed to be. I've thought of upgrading but as it doesn't cost me anything I can't complain! Cheers, Geoffrey
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My name is Bob Toovey, a UK expat living in south west France. I have worked in IT for over 20 years. I hope to give you helpful advice about using your computer and more whether you run a business or just enjoying expat life.
