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How to Check Internet Speed on VPS Running Ubuntu

Checking your internet speed on Ubuntu can be done easily with multiple methods. This guide will walk you through various ways to measure your internet speed, including using graphical applications and command-line tools.

Method 1: Using a Web-Based Speed Test

The easiest way to check your internet speed is to use a web-based speed test. Here’s how to do it:

Step 1: Open a Web Browser

  1. Launch your preferred web browser (Firefox, Chrome, etc.).
  2. Navigate to a speed test website. Some popular options are:

Step 2: Run the Speed Test

  1. Click the button to start the speed test (usually labeled "Go" or "Start").
  2. Wait for the test to complete. It typically takes around 30 seconds to a minute.
  3. View your results, which usually include download speed, upload speed, and ping latency.

Method 2: Using the Command Line with speedtest-cli

If you prefer using the terminal or want to automate the speed test, you can use a command-line tool called speedtest-cli.

Step 1: Install speedtest-cli

  1. Open the terminal (you can do this by pressing Ctrl + Alt + T).
  2. Update your package list:
  • sudo apt update
  • Install speedtest-cli:
  1. sudo apt install speedtest-cli

Step 2: Run the Speed Test

  1. Once the installation is complete, run the following command:
  2. speedtest
  3. Wait for the test to finish. It will provide you with your ping, download speed, and upload speed.

Optional: Share Results

If you want to share your test results online, you can use:

speedtest --share

This command will generate a link to a tweetable image of your results.

Method 3: Using the fast Command Line Tool

fast is another command-line tool that provides a quick and reliable way to check your internet speed.

Step 1: Install fast

  1. Update your package list:
  • sudo apt update
  • Install fast using npm (Node Package Manager):
  1. sudo apt install nodejs npm
    sudo npm install --global fast-cli

Step 2: Run the fast Command

  1. In the terminal, run:
  2. fast
  3. Wait as it tests your connection, and it will display your download speed.

Method 4: Using KDE Network Monitor (For KDE Users)

If you are using a KDE desktop environment, KDE's Network Monitor applet allows you to view the current network speed.

Step 1: Open the Network Monitor

  1. Look for the network icon in your system tray.
  2. Right-click the icon and select “Network Monitor” or hover over it to see details about your connection.

Step 2: View Speed Statistics

The Network Monitor displays real-time statistics including upload and download speeds.

You now have multiple methods at your disposal to check your internet speed on Ubuntu. Whether you prefer graphical interfaces or command-line tools, the options provided above are both effective and user-friendly.

Feel free to choose the one that best fits your needs and preferences. Happy testing!

 

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