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Originally Posted by Degwarn
So the question is. If I get reported speeds of 8000Kbps why, when I download using IDM am I only getting 1200kbps? Any ideas.
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How many connections does IDM use when downloading files?
A good way to get an accurate idea of your potential download speed is to start 2 simultaneous downloads from the
VM demo games server plus 2 simultaneous downloads of
Zen test files. That's four file downloads happening at once!
Now add up each of the four download speeds to get your accurate download rate.
I've just re-read your post and realised that the speeds you're reporting are while you are connecting wireless-ly. Wifi is a fairly precarious communications method at the best of times (which means your laptop sat right in front of the router with no other radio-emitting device for miles!) that struggles to get close to ethernet speeds.
You may see some improvement by redirecting your router's aerials and it's definitely worth testing other wifi channels but I'd recommend you bite the bullet and run ethernet cable to wherever your usually use your computer.
Good luck!