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To increase internet speed
* Check to see if faster internet connections are in your area:
Fiber optic and cable internet tend to be faster than DSL and dial-Up.
*Do some basic maintenance on your PC:
a scan disk, a virus scan, a malware scan, and clear your recycle bin.Delete old files and temporary files.
* Reset Your Modem
Sometimes switching OFF and ON your modem helps you to speed the internet.
* Optimize your cache or temporary Internet files.
These files improve your Internet connection performance by not downloading the same file over and over.
*Software to increase internet speed:
Have a review on the different software available in Techforumindia.com/index.php?topic=5223.0 and choose one that satisfies you.


After you have tried some of this,try your connection again using Scanmyspeed.com and see if it's running any faster. If you are not satisfied Call your Internet service provider (ISP) and check whether upgradation of your plan is necessary.

Why is my internet so slow all of a sudden?

Originally Posted by clocker

It's not going to "fix itself", soon or ever.

Part of the disparity is just normal fluctuation due to network traffic (more users=less bandwidth) and part is due to Comcast's inane "SpeedBoost" (which they actually brag about in their ads!).

I recently took advantage of a Comcast special offer which included an upgrade to their top tier internet speed.
Following the "upgrade" I monitored the speed using a few test sites (speedtest.net, dslreports,pcpitstop) and saw absolutely no change from my previous service.

I called to complain and was told that none of those sites provide an accurate measure.
I asked how I could verify the line speed and was told there really wasn't a good way but maybe downloading some large files from a known fast server (they actually recommended nVidia) was the best real world test.
So I said that they basically just expect me to take their word- and pay extra money- that my service was now faster.
"Yes", was the response.

Sadly, fiber optic won't be hitting my area anytime soon and Comcrap is the only deal around but make no mistake...they suck bigtime.

Here are two tests I just ran- approximately 24hrs. apart...




Note that not only is the DL speed different but the ping time varies quite a bit also.

Damn.

I'm in the same boat as you, Comcast seems to be my only option right now.

I'm not happy with it, but I guess all I can do is wait for something better to come along.

I hate how they boast speedboost...sigh.

I wish you the best of luck with your internet issues!

Thank you for the detailed post.

Why is my internet so slow all of a sudden?

Originally Posted by nioin3k

Hopefully it fixes itself soon!

It's not going to "fix itself", soon or ever.

Part of the disparity is just normal fluctuation due to network traffic (more users=less bandwidth) and part is due to Comcast's inane "SpeedBoost" (which they actually brag about in their ads!).

I recently took advantage of a Comcast special offer which included an upgrade to their top tier internet speed.
Following the "upgrade" I monitored the speed using a few test sites (speedtest.net, dslreports,pcpitstop) and saw absolutely no change from my previous service.

I called to complain and was told that none of those sites provide an accurate measure.
I asked how I could verify the line speed and was told there really wasn't a good way but maybe downloading some large files from a known fast server (they actually recommended nVidia) was the best real world test.
So I said that they basically just expect me to take their word- and pay extra money- that my service was now faster.
"Yes", was the response.

Sadly, fiber optic won't be hitting my area anytime soon and Comcrap is the only deal around but make no mistake...they suck bigtime.

Here are two tests I just ran- approximately 24hrs. apart...




Note that not only is the DL speed different but the ping time varies quite a bit also.

Why is my internet so slow all of a sudden?

:lol: pwnt.

Why is my internet so slow all of a sudden?

Originally Posted by Barbarossa

Attention Whore :dry:

:sad1:

Why is my internet so slow all of a sudden?

Originally Posted by benchez

Nobody cares. :dabs:

Well then my friend, I have to question your choice of posting here.

As to the other people that are trying to help, I really appreciate it.

Why is my internet so slow all of a sudden?

Originally Posted by Barbarossa

Attention Whore :dry:

Are you making a comment about the poster or trying to get benchez attention.
Please be more specific.

Why is my internet so slow all of a sudden?

Originally Posted by benchez

Flash the bios on your motherboard and re-install windies. :smilie4:

Must I reinstall Wendy's?

I also do not know how to flash my bios.

Does this do anything for you?

Why is my internet so slow all of a sudden?

That's typical behaviour for the Comcast network.
Your speeds will always bounce all over the place.
Retest several times over the course of a few days and that's the sort of thing you'll see.

Why is my internet so slow all of a sudden?

Nobody cares. :dabs: