Network speed: factors and measurement

Understand routing, Wi-Fi conditions, congestion and encryption overhead when evaluating performance.

How it works

Network performance depends on your ISP, wireless signal, congestion and the distance to network infrastructure. A protected tunnel can also affect throughput through encryption and routing overhead.

Compare tests under similar conditions: the same device, stable connection and comparable timing. Different websites or endpoints can have different performance characteristics.

What to keep in mind

Claims of unlimited speed are not meaningful without conditions. Review your actual service limits and test the connection you intend to use.