[Magic Fingers]

I have had cable internet for about 3 years, and I am satisfied with the cost and stability. However, I have NEVER been able to download anything faster than about 180kbps - even though various "speed tests" indicate the potential speed of the connection is much faster.

I got cable in my neighborhood when it was first offered (with presumably less traffic), but the download speed has never changed - so it doesn't seem that traffic demands are the problem. As an installer, do you (or any other Freepers) have any suggestions for improving download speeds? Thanks!

[DeFault User]

This site is mainly directed at DSL users but the tweaks and tips will work for cable:

http://www.dslreports.com/stest

[RedWhiteBlue]

but the download speed has never changed - so it doesn't seem that traffic demands are the problem. As an installer, do you (or any other Freepers) have any suggestions for improving download speeds? Thanks!

I used the advise on this thread: Cable Modem & DSL Tuning Tips, Tricks & Software For FR Users. I can't remember which link I used to tweak my settings, but it boosted my download speeds tremendously (in the range of double to triple). I'm on cable.