How can I troubleshoot my network and issues with broadband speeds?

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Here is a quick guide to Network and Internet troubleshooting.

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  1. Is it just you? Check whether your colleagues are affected too.
  2. Restart. Restart your router and modem, then reboot your computer.
  3. Look for heavy use. Large downloads, streaming or cloud sync (such as Google Drive) can use up your bandwidth.
  4. Think about what changed. New hardware (such as a NAS drive or media player) or new software can slow the network.
  5. Run a speed test and note the result. Keep a log of when problems happen, as it helps us.
  6. Still slow? Contact us or your internet provider to check for outages. See also: My internet is slow, what can I do?

Prefer a flowchart? Download our technical flowchart for internet troubleshooting (PDF).

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