Speedtest by Ookla: Uncovering the Truth About Upload Speed and Latency

In today's digital age, we're constantly connected to Wi-Fi networks with multiple devices vying for bandwidth. Gone are the days when a single device was connected to a single router. With faster internet speeds and more devices online, it's no wonder that poor latency is becoming increasingly apparent.

At Ookla, we've redesigned our Speedtest app to give you better access to this essential metric, measuring loaded latency to provide a more nuanced picture of responsiveness and identify bottlenecks in your connection.

But what exactly is latency? Simply put, it measures how quickly your device gets a response after sending out a request. A low latency means the server responds quickly, while a high latency results in slow responses. To illustrate this concept, consider online gaming: if there's no delay between asking your character to move and its actual movement, you have a low latency.

However, it's often difficult to distinguish between slow connections and high latency, as both can impede your ability to get what you want from the internet. In reality, latency has always mattered in the online experience.

The redesign of Speedtest by Ookla measures loaded latency, providing a more comprehensive understanding of responsiveness. This upgrade is crucial as speeds increase globally, revealing that something is still hindering seamless video calls, streaming, and gaming.

Latency may seem like a sleeper metric, but it's one that profoundly affects your online experience. By providing better access to this essential metric, Speedtest by Ookla helps you identify areas for improvement, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable online experience.

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