Chalking It Up As Network BandwidthSometimes when users spend too much time downloading or uploading information the person will chalk it up as network bandwidth failure. Commonly, people prefer to put the blame somewhere else when things are not working right. Humans have the ability to keep their hardware, software, Internet connection, and bandwidth and modem working correctly. When your bandwidth is not allowing you to quickly upload and download files, it is likely you need to take some action to address the problem. Rather than slapping your computer upside its noggin, or spending all your time trying to learn something about technology, call your Internet provider. In a few minutes, depending on the company the Internet provider can help you tune-up your network bandwidth by putting the band and the width to the measuring test. Online there are sites that offer free tests so that you can test your bandwidth. If the bandwidth is running slow, you may benefit by clicking on the start menu - go to control panel - click on the Internet Options - and then rush to delete your cookies, files and clear your browser button. This can help speed up your Internet connection. You might even consider hitting the start menu again, going to Accessories in Programs, select System Tools - Defrag and Disk Cleanup to make room for your bandwidth to do its job. If you have a dialup connection - poor you - you might take some time to explore your options in the DSL high-speed or the wireless connections. You can increase your bandwidth in bits per second. Still, as the user, it is your responsibility to provide tune-ups and virus, spyware, and other scans to keep your computer's performance flowing smooth. Do you own a vehicle? Owners of vehicles must keep their car tuned-up, get oil changes, and take care of other needs that the vehicle requires in order to give the owner maximum speed capabilities. Like, vehicles the computer and network also needs your undivided attention at times to give you the maximum speed capabilities. As a user, it is your responsibility to make sure that your computer has what it needs to ensure that it is working properly. You don't have to be a computer-tech geek to give your computer what it needs. Today, you can visit the World Wide Web of Chaos in action and use various tools online to help you keep your system up and running. Online you have free- "Who said free?" Who, your feet don't fit on a limb? The free tools offered online will help you stay updated with your bandwidth speed. If your connection is running low on fluids, the tester will give you a readout, which may follow with instructions to upgrade your bandwidth. You may need to improve your computer's performance by adding more RAM. As a computer technician, I cannot tell you how many times I hear users say, "My computer is running slow." My first thought is how much memory does your computer have on its system? Usually the reply is, "what do you mean." Then I have to go through the change of events to unfold and reveal what memory does for your computer. Can you say - Random Access Memory, RAM. If your computer has 128 MBS of RAM, do not expect your computer to dial up to a network in a few seconds. Go get some popcorn or cookies and sit down to give your computer time to work. RAM factors into how fast you can upload and download files. Thus, if you upgrade your RAM to 512, you will notice a big difference in your bandwidth speed. |