INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE :
Wait till the images shown below have fully downloaded then click the 'Show Connection Speed' button.
Note : The connection speed calculated here is based upon the size of the downloaded files (12Mb), divided by the time difference between when each file was requested and when that file finished downloading. This method of determination is not perfect, it is affected by many things including other programs (or people!) using your connection, load on the PWP server, proxy servers and browser caches.
For best results : restart your PC, disable any proxy settings in your browser, clear the browser cache, close down all other programs (including MSN and other chat programs that may automatically start when you boot up) and make sure there is nobody else using your internet connection (if you're on a network) before visiting this page.
Please use this as a GUIDE only!
It is NORMAL to see speeds slightly lower than the maximum for your connection - please use common sense when viewing the results.
Poor Test Results?
There are many reasons why your connection may not perform quite as well as you think it should. Some are easy to correct, others may require an engineer's visit, replacement equipment or even upgrade work in your region. For troubleshooting hints & tips, click the button below.