speedtest.net, an easy way to check your internet speed!

OK, I admit this is a bit on the geeky side, but haven’t you often wondered if you’re actually getting the upload and download speed your internet service provider is advertising?

We recently updated our phones to a VOIP system; it routes outgoing calls over the internet. Part of the process involved getting a better feeling how quickly our bits and bytes reach their destination. Speedtest.net is not a technical test of bandwidth, but rather a very simple way to see how your connection is performing at any given time.

One reason I wanted to share this site is its slick interface. Notice how the design clearly communicates, informs and motivates the reader. Whether online, or in print, good design is difference that turns a lackluster campaign to a winner.