Speed Test

Testing your internet speed can be useful for multiple reasons. Whether it is because you want to know more about the quality your provider offers or you need to troubleshoot certain internet-related issues, Speed Test is an application that could come in handy whenever you want to check the speed, ergo the quality of your internet. It's a simple two or three-step operation which will take less than the average time you need to drink your coffee.

Right from the moment you launch this application, you realize it was created with efficiency in mind. There aren't too many options, neither are there a lot of menus. In fact, you'll be dealing with three particular tabs. The first, and most important one, deals with the benchmarking of your internet speed and connection quality. It checks Ping, Jitter and Transfer speeds. It displays the name of your provider and your location for maximum efficiency. Simply begin the test, and allow the app to do its magic without interfering or using the internet during test time.

As far as uses are concerned, even though the functionality of this particular application is limited, you can choose to utilize it for quite a few things. You can definitely use it to benchmark your connection, the task it was built in mind with, you could also troubleshoot connection problems, identifying potential issues with slowdowns or the internet connection itself, or you could use it to test and see if the network settings make sense in the end. Check your IP in the second tab, and make sure the shown location in the third tab coincides.

Speed Test is an application that will definitely come in handy if you're a constant internet user. Being the 21st century, where speed and efficiency are highly appreciated, make sure your internet keeps up with society's demands. Once you've tested your internet connection, decide whether you have to improve something or if all settings are harmoniously integrated in a fully-functional system.