Click on the following to test your speed. Some people have been shocked by low numbers and others are getting better than expected results. http://www.computers4sure.com/speed2.asp I have had several friends try the test and there is a wide range in broadband service. The cable guys seem to win over the DSL connections and some dial up are pretty good. It was also interesting to note some leached wireless network connections were faster than the user's provider. The real question is who (or what) do you blame for a poor score. Post your score but indicate your provider and machine. Not fair to compare a dial up to a BB. I have notice the Mac's seem to do better than PCs. Enjoy