B. Measuring Mobile Network Speed (4G/5G)
Mobile internet speed is affected by location, number of users, and signal from the operator. How to measure it:
- Use Speedtest by Ookla when connected to a mobile network.
- Speed test in various locations (indoor vs outdoor).
- Compare results between 4G and 5G, if available.
C. Measuring Fiber Optic Speed
Fiber optic usually has stable speeds, but it still needs to be tested to ensure the ISP is delivering the speed according to the package.
- Perform a speed test on a device connected with a LAN cable directly to the router (not over WiFi).
- Compare the results with a speed test via WiFi to see the difference in performance.
Conclusion
Understanding the bandwidth and data transfer rate is essential to optimize the capacity of communication media. Bandwidth indicates the amount of data that can be sent in a given time, while data transfer rate indicates the actual speed at which data is sent.
To get a faster and more stable connection, you need to increase bandwidth, choose the right devices, and manage network traffic well. Factors such as signal interference, network density, and hardware quality also affect network performance.
By regularly measuring bandwidth and data transfer rates, and implementing optimization strategies such as using quality devices, configuring routers properly, and reducing network load, you can ensure a more efficient, fast, and reliable data communication experience in a variety of situations, both for personal and business needs.