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Check Wi-Fi Speed with OpenSpeedTest
OpenSpeedTest measures your home Wi-Fi speed without internet interference.
In brief
OpenSpeedTest measures your home Wi-Fi speed without internet interference. OpenSpeedTest's self-hosted server tests local network speed to diagnose Wi-Fi issues. Originally reported by Fastcompany.
Why standard speed tests fail
Standard speed tests only check internet connection speed, not local network performance.
OpenSpeedTest's local network test
OpenSpeedTest's self-hosted server measures connection speed between devices on your home network.
Why local network matters
Local network speed affects how quickly data moves around your home, especially with gigabit internet.
OpenSpeedTest's solution
OpenSpeedTest cuts internet out of the equation to test only your local network speed.
How to use OpenSpeedTest
Run OpenSpeedTest's self-hosted server to measure speed between devices on your home network.
Why this matters
This helps diagnose Wi-Fi problems and ensures your router handles gigabit internet speeds.
OpenSpeedTest's purpose
OpenSpeedTest's self-hosted server measures local network speed without internet interference.
What to remember
OpenSpeedTest's self-hosted server tests local network speed to diagnose Wi-Fi issues.
