Bandwidth Meter http://webservices.cnet.com/bandwidth/default.asp

Reference, Computer Studies

As a public service for everyone who's paying the big bucks for DSL or a cable modem, check out this site at CNet. Cnet is a terrific reference site for all things related to technology.

When you visit the site, all that you are asked to do is to present your area code and then site back while the speed of your connection is tested. Since testing will definitely be affected by Internet traffic, you should probably run the test a few times to see what transpires.

In the Computer Studies classroom, this opens up all kinds of opportunities to talk about the different ways to get connected to the Internet. It also lets you discuss how important it is to optimize graphics and interactive experiences.

Those of us using this service at Dowswell, get the red bar above. At home with a dialup connection, we get to enjoy the World Wide Wait at the little thin bar speeds!