Since there are many Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) services available through Internet service providers (ISP) and telephone companies, the speed of the broadband connection differs between each provider. And because DSL is connected through cables using a server, the speed depends on the location of the server with respect to your home or office. If you are curious as to what your upload and download speeds are, you can test your DSL speed using the SpeedNet or CNET reviews website.
CNET Bandwidth Meter Online Speed Test
Step 1
Visit the CNET Online Speed Test website, which is listed in the Resources section below.
Step 2
Select your location from the menu under the smaller gauge. If you are not testing a DSL speed at home, work or school, click the "Other" option.
Step 3
Wait until CNET generates your line speed, measured in megabytes per second. When the test is complete, press the "Compare Your Results" button to see how your DSL connection compares with the other types of connections, such as wireless, satellite and cable.
SpeedTest.Net
Step 1
Visit the SpeedTest website, which is listed in the Resources section below. Click on the "Begin Test" button located in the middle of the homepage.
Step 2
Wait for the test to find the DSL server closest to you. After it has found a location, it will calculate your download and upload speeds, which are measured in megabytes per second. The testing process takes less than one minute to complete, depending on your Internet connection.
Step 3
Assess your results, and click on "Compare Your Result" to see a national and state average for upload and download speeds. It will also show you the upload and download speeds for users on your type of DSL Internet connection.
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- Indiana University: What is DSL Internet Service?
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- CNET Reviews: Internet Speed Test
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