Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on September 11, 2007, 04:12:26 PM
they increased the speed
its been awhile since i tested the speed of my internet
tested it 3 times
oh and my bill is on the way low (jackal, fork, and buz know what i mean):lol: :lol:
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183780766.png)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183781448.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183781687.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
its been awhile since i tested the speed of my internet
tested it 3 times
oh and my bill is on the way low (jackal, fork, and buz know what i mean):lol: :lol:
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183780766.png)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183781448.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183781687.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Dude on September 11, 2007, 06:48:02 PM
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183810620.png)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183810937.png)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183810937.png)
Title: .
Post by: rip|DW on September 12, 2007, 05:16:40 AM
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183900982.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Dude on September 12, 2007, 05:37:21 AM
youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu...
...suck
good day sir
...suck
good day sir
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on September 12, 2007, 05:53:46 AM
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183906879.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
That actually shocks me, so i went to dslreports and tried their tests...
There's obviously some kind of caching going on with the first test...although i still don't believe my upstream speed.
That actually shocks me, so i went to dslreports and tried their tests...
There's obviously some kind of caching going on with the first test...although i still don't believe my upstream speed.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on September 12, 2007, 06:57:35 AM
buz whats the difference between the two servers your tested. I assume the server New York would be a better ping than the parsippany
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on September 12, 2007, 07:02:00 AM
about the same.
the first one is basically bogus. it uses server side caching, shows the highest speed possible on a local transfer (between you and your ISP) ... the 2nd one is a longer test with a variety of files of different sizes and doesn't use the caching ... thus giving a better idea of general internet speed. that's my theory anyway, in any case, NYC and parsippany are not really different from where i am ... and yet, a big difference.
the first one is basically bogus. it uses server side caching, shows the highest speed possible on a local transfer (between you and your ISP) ... the 2nd one is a longer test with a variety of files of different sizes and doesn't use the caching ... thus giving a better idea of general internet speed. that's my theory anyway, in any case, NYC and parsippany are not really different from where i am ... and yet, a big difference.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on September 12, 2007, 07:39:46 AM
Quote from: "buz"
about the same.
the first one is basically bogus. it uses server side caching, shows the highest speed possible on a local transfer (between you and your ISP) ... the 2nd one is a longer test with a variety of files of different sizes and doesn't use the caching ... thus giving a better idea of general internet speed. that's my theory anyway, in any case, NYC and parsippany are not really different from where i am ... and yet, a big difference.
the first one is basically bogus. it uses server side caching, shows the highest speed possible on a local transfer (between you and your ISP) ... the 2nd one is a longer test with a variety of files of different sizes and doesn't use the caching ... thus giving a better idea of general internet speed. that's my theory anyway, in any case, NYC and parsippany are not really different from where i am ... and yet, a big difference.
I will try the second one you used when i get home and see what my speed is.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: stalk282 on September 12, 2007, 04:54:09 PM
yup i have had comcast for a long time now and always had great speeds with no problems.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on September 12, 2007, 07:49:15 PM
buz i used the same site that you did, not sure if i used the right test, but lmao here are my results :lol: :lol:
and yes i am being serious
HERES ANOTHER
and yes i am being serious
HERES ANOTHER
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on September 13, 2007, 06:03:09 AM
well, that's just bizarre.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on September 13, 2007, 06:28:34 AM
Quote from: "buz"
well, that's just bizarre.
:lol: :lol:
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Vitalix on September 13, 2007, 01:48:37 PM
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/184296373.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on September 13, 2007, 01:53:02 PM
vitalix try the other site that buz and i used, use the texas server i want to see what it says your connection is
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Jackal on September 14, 2007, 05:02:53 PM
The only thing that I think I pretty accurate is watching the speed in Newsbin Pro. You can see by this pic that it is 20.1Mb/s or 2.5MB/s
(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x124/jackal2001/Misc/bandwidth.jpg)
(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x124/jackal2001/Misc/bandwidth.jpg)
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on September 16, 2007, 06:13:14 AM
what is newsbin pro? is it better than giganews? why haven't you told me about it?
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Jackal on September 16, 2007, 08:43:20 AM
It isn't free. You can try to find a cracked version.
They are about the same anyway. I still use both.
They are about the same anyway. I still use both.
Title: QUESTION???
Post by: rip|forkev on September 16, 2007, 04:26:57 PM
I had DSL @ 3.0 M and upgraded to the 6.0.
I am using a wireless router but could only pull 3.9 down MAX with the upgrade.
I pluged into my motem and now it is at over 5
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/185054098.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/185054588.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
If I'm stitting next to my rouer and it says I'm connected @ 54 Mbps, why don't I have a better connection wireless.
Maybe there is something wrong with my router?
I am using a wireless router but could only pull 3.9 down MAX with the upgrade.
I pluged into my motem and now it is at over 5
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/185054098.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/185054588.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
If I'm stitting next to my rouer and it says I'm connected @ 54 Mbps, why don't I have a better connection wireless.
Maybe there is something wrong with my router?
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Jackal on September 16, 2007, 04:41:52 PM
You need to have a tin foil hat like this guy. The ears will give you a better wireless signal.
(http://www.lugradio.org/competitions/sh4ct/joachim.jpg)
(http://www.lugradio.org/competitions/sh4ct/joachim.jpg)
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|forkev on September 16, 2007, 07:07:13 PM
maybe that is you, and that is why your internet speed is so high.
:twisted:
:twisted:
Title: Re: QUESTION???
Post by: rip|buzinator on September 17, 2007, 07:39:25 AM
Quote from: "forkev"
If I'm stitting next to my rouer and it says I'm connected @ 54 Mbps, why don't I have a better connection wireless.
Could you rephrase this? Perhaps using English?
Attempting to respond to the question i think you asked...
if you have more than 1 pc connected, the bandwidth is shared and you'll only see a fraction of it per PC.
have you checked for firmware upgrades of the router?
OK, you tried it pluged into the motem (sic) ... what about plugged into the router? to at least determine if it's the router as a whole, or just the wireless side?
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|forkev on September 17, 2007, 08:01:32 AM
OK, The computer is in the same room as the wireless router, not more than 6' away.
The question is, Why isn't my internet speed higher or the same (If I plug a ethernet cable into the router or just use the wireless "g" connection.
Only one pc was connected to the wireless router, that is protected.
Have NOT checked for a firmware update of the router. I have the mentality of - if it's not broke, don't fix it.
I did not use the modem only connection - always tested with the router.
The question is, Why isn't my internet speed higher or the same (If I plug a ethernet cable into the router or just use the wireless "g" connection.
Only one pc was connected to the wireless router, that is protected.
Have NOT checked for a firmware update of the router. I have the mentality of - if it's not broke, don't fix it.
I did not use the modem only connection - always tested with the router.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on September 17, 2007, 08:56:24 AM
Quote from: "forkev"
I did not use the modem only connection - always tested with the router.
k, well, that's not what you said, so how else would i know?
moving on ... if you have 5 bars and 54mbps on the wireless card, that's great, i'm not doubting signal strength, I'm wondering about the firmware programming or even how the wireless controller chip inside the router works. perhaps they're using a wifi controller chip that blows...it is an extra step between the pc and the dsl modem where stuff can go awry.
as for you attitude towards updating the router firmware, if it ain't broke, WHY ARE WE HAVING THIS CONVERSATION?
;)
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|forkev on September 17, 2007, 09:21:03 AM
Quote from: "buz"
[as for you attitude towards updating the router firmware, if it ain't broke, WHY ARE WE HAVING THIS CONVERSATION?
I KNEW you were going to say something about that. I was going to touch on that subject but I decided to leave it WIDE open for you to respond.
Apparently NOW it is time to "fix" it since it seems to be "broken".
It's no Biggie, I was just wondering why it is doing that. I can just use the ethernet cable and not worry about it.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on September 17, 2007, 09:50:56 AM
Quote from: "forkev"
...I decided to leave it WIDE open for you to respond.
appreciated ... it was quite cathartic. ;)
Quote from: "forkev"
I can just use the ethernet cable and not worry about it.
indeed ... one has to wonder why you haven't been doing so all along. 8O :? :roll:
lol.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|forkev on September 17, 2007, 09:54:44 AM
Quote from: "buz"
indeed ... one has to wonder why you haven't been doing so all along. 8O :? :roll:
lol.
lol.
um, less wires. The laptop goes where I go (most of the time). Less cables in the way of my mouse, etc.
I was using a wireless mouse to game with also, but now it has gone bye-bye.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on September 17, 2007, 10:29:02 AM
Quote from: "forkev"
Quote from: "buz"
[as for you attitude towards updating the router firmware, if it ain't broke, WHY ARE WE HAVING THIS CONVERSATION?
I KNEW you were going to say something about that. I was going to touch on that subject but I decided to leave it WIDE open for you to respond.
Apparently NOW it is time to "fix" it since it seems to be "broken".
It's no Biggie, I was just wondering why it is doing that. I can just use the ethernet cable and not worry about it.
yeah trying to game over wireless isnt a good idea anyways. escpecially if your router is next to your feet fork! :lol: :lol: :lol:
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Jackal on September 17, 2007, 11:46:05 AM
:roll:
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on September 28, 2007, 09:36:07 PM
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Dude on September 29, 2007, 12:35:38 AM
that Kbps, divide by 8
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on September 29, 2007, 06:49:48 AM
Quote from: "Dude"
that Kbps, divide by 8
whatever thats 7.0mbs
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on September 29, 2007, 10:44:48 AM
Quote from: "Dude"
that Kbps, divide by 8
bitrate is the standard network bandwidth measurement.
byterate is typically only used when referring to hard drives.
my guess would be that this is because networking developed as a serial technilogy where as hard drives, for a long time anyway, were a parallel technology.
quoting a byterate in reference to network speed is pretty useless/annoying.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on September 29, 2007, 11:14:19 AM
Quote from: "buz"
Quote from: "Dude"
that Kbps, divide by 8
bitrate is the standard network bandwidth measurement.
byterate is typically only used when referring to hard drives.
my guess would be that this is because networking developed as a serial technilogy where as hard drives, for a long time anyway, were a parallel technology.
quoting a byterate in reference to network speed is pretty useless/annoying.
um what he said
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Dude on October 26, 2007, 06:05:52 PM
Quote from: "Dude"
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183810620.png)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183810937.png)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183810937.png)
new place:
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/196365129.png)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/196365310.png)
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Badley on October 28, 2007, 06:59:08 AM
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/196749244.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on October 28, 2007, 12:41:57 PM
Holy crap ... what's the name of that tier?
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on October 28, 2007, 06:15:35 PM
badley i hate you!!!!!!!
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Badley on October 29, 2007, 08:14:49 AM
Quote from: "mrkavanagh"
badley i hate you!!!!!!!
back at you :lol: x 2
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on October 29, 2007, 09:13:03 AM
fight! fight! fight!
who's selling tickets?
who's selling tickets?
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on November 16, 2007, 04:58:34 PM
Screw cable man ... i want my damned FIBER!
http://www.dslreports.com/shownews/Symmetrical-FiOS-Will-Hit-More-Markets-Monday-89516?nocomment=1
http://www.dslreports.com/shownews/Symmetrical-FiOS-Will-Hit-More-Markets-Monday-89516?nocomment=1
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on March 19, 2008, 04:12:25 PM
well i have moved and the apartments i moved to have free cable internet
check out the speeds, these were all done at 5pm
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/248531227.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/248539055.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
check out the speeds, these were all done at 5pm
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/248531227.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/248539055.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: stalk282 on March 19, 2008, 04:34:56 PM
Hey,, Free is always good. not bad not bad at all..
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on March 19, 2008, 07:39:07 PM
yeah, all he has to do is give someone else his money via rent ... but anyway, that is a nice step up in speed from before. good stuff.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|forkev on May 14, 2008, 06:41:52 PM
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/271501938.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
this was my 1st test w/comcast
this was my 1st test w/comcast
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on May 14, 2008, 07:49:32 PM
Nice. Welcome to Burst-land.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on May 14, 2008, 09:43:53 PM
yay fork dropped DSL!!!
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on May 14, 2008, 10:01:45 PM
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/271554645.png)
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|forkev on May 15, 2008, 07:47:14 AM
4:01am ???? OK - I'll re-test about 3:00a.m.
:lol: :roll:
:lol: :roll:
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on May 15, 2008, 08:59:40 AM
Quote from: "forkev"
4:01am ???? OK - I'll re-test about 3:00a.m.
:lol: :roll:
:lol: :roll:
that was actually done around 11 oclock you dumbass :lol:
to get an accurate measurement go here http://www.dslreports.com/speedtest
and do the sun java test. it actually downloads files and shit. so its not measuring your burst speed.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|forkev on May 15, 2008, 10:50:02 AM
why don't you tell me something I don't know - dumbass
I don't see your dslreport - speedtest biotch.
I don't see your dslreport - speedtest biotch.
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on May 15, 2008, 11:06:50 AM
Quote from: "forkev"
why don't you tell me something I don't know - dumbass
I don't see your dslreport - speedtest biotch.
I don't see your dslreport - speedtest biotch.
go back a couple of pages dumbass!
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Dude on July 01, 2008, 05:15:14 PM
Quote from: "Dude"
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183810620.png)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183810937.png)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/183810937.png)
upgraded today:
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/290889210.png)
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on July 01, 2008, 06:26:51 PM
cool. you're paying more for it?
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Badley on July 01, 2008, 09:16:50 PM
well here is my new home address connection
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/290960315.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/290960315.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
Title: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Dude on July 02, 2008, 05:27:05 PM
Quote from: "buz"
cool. you're paying more for it?
$4/month more
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on January 01, 2009, 11:50:42 AM
A Happy New Year present from Comcast ... woke up today and noticed my torrents running at like 2x normal speed. Nearly fell over.
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/382312196.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
I've been sustaining these speeds for over an hour now, it's not just PowerBoost or Burst working on a single speedtest.
I guess the Fiber ISP's are finally lighting a fire under cable's ass. About f'ing time!
EDIT: I just ran Speakeasy's (http://speakeasy.net/speedtest/) test ... holy crap.
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/382312196.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
I've been sustaining these speeds for over an hour now, it's not just PowerBoost or Burst working on a single speedtest.
I guess the Fiber ISP's are finally lighting a fire under cable's ass. About f'ing time!
EDIT: I just ran Speakeasy's (http://speakeasy.net/speedtest/) test ... holy crap.
Quote
Last Result:
Download Speed: 25302 kbps (3162.8 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upload Speed: 4271 kbps (533.9 KB/sec transfer rate)
Download Speed: 25302 kbps (3162.8 KB/sec transfer rate)
Upload Speed: 4271 kbps (533.9 KB/sec transfer rate)
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|mrkavanagh on January 02, 2009, 08:46:04 AM
NICE!!! ;D
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Jackal on January 02, 2009, 02:21:42 PM
I remember people posting this stuff when RCN was testing their network in some new markets. People got an increase of speed that didn't pay for it. It was only a test and didn't last too long. Maybe a month or so.
You can always call and find out if yours was upgraded or if they are just testing it.
Now you can put up a server at your house now too. ;)
You can always call and find out if yours was upgraded or if they are just testing it.
Now you can put up a server at your house now too. ;)
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on January 02, 2009, 02:23:37 PM
lol, interesting concept. certainly hosting a racing server should be more workable.
we'll see how long it lasts, what you mentioned occurred to too ... but i don't want to call in case they turn it off ;)
we'll see how long it lasts, what you mentioned occurred to too ... but i don't want to call in case they turn it off ;)
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on March 08, 2009, 11:27:40 AM
w00t ... just signed up for 20/5 Verizon FIOS internet.
Due for installation on 3/20/09.
bye bye Comcrap!
Due for installation on 3/20/09.
bye bye Comcrap!
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Jackal on March 08, 2009, 03:24:57 PM
sweet! although I would have signed up for the 50 down package.
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on March 08, 2009, 08:02:40 PM
Lol, I asked about 20/20 and he said the next step up they currently offer is 50/20 ... i might enquire with them about the cost of that somewhere down the line...one thing at a time - my focus now is ditching Comcast. :)
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Jackal on March 09, 2009, 04:43:15 AM
bah, you don't need all that upload speed. I know they have a 50 down package but it is about $150/month or something like that, just for the internet. I think you should try and uncap it. ;)
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on March 09, 2009, 07:11:40 AM
lol, yh right.
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Jackal on March 20, 2009, 05:58:46 PM
Buz, did you get FIOS today???
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on March 21, 2009, 07:47:13 AM
Yo - yes I did ... downloading from newsgroups, 19Mbit sustained. much better. :)
I have to use the VZ Actiontec Router though, so I have a fair amount of reconfiguration to do i think.
I have to use the VZ Actiontec Router though, so I have a fair amount of reconfiguration to do i think.
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Jackal on March 21, 2009, 03:43:07 PM
take a pic of the box they installed with the battery backup thingy where it comes into your house.
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on March 21, 2009, 04:57:47 PM
...
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Jackal on March 22, 2009, 08:15:38 AM
I'll be over with a pry bar so I can hook it up in my house. ;)
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on March 22, 2009, 08:31:48 AM
Lol, good luck with that.
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on March 22, 2009, 08:42:51 AM
btw ...
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/434695539.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/434695539.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|Jackal on March 22, 2009, 09:37:09 AM
HUH? 20/5 on your bandwidth? Is that what you are supposed to get?
My awesome 20/2 doesn't look so awesome anymore.
My awesome 20/2 doesn't look so awesome anymore.
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|buzinator on March 22, 2009, 01:03:01 PM
Plus TV (incl HD) for $86/mth (before taxes etc).
suck it!
suck it!
Title: Re: looks like comcast did something right
Post by: rip|w33dy on March 22, 2009, 05:23:39 PM
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/434960993.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
ok that was round 2
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/434961707.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
round 3
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/434962102.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
so i did that one in texas cuz i think thats where our servers are. not sure how thats possible that its faster. ;;shrugs;;
ok that was round 2
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/434961707.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
round 3
(http://www.speedtest.net/result/434962102.png) (http://www.speedtest.net)
so i did that one in texas cuz i think thats where our servers are. not sure how thats possible that its faster. ;;shrugs;;