internet speed test and FCC government data

Free FCC/Government internet speed test to compare what speed you are paying for and what speed you are really getting. . Hey FCC — how about some accountability with those benchmarks? Most Americans get broadband from regional monopolies or oligopolies, and I bet that their actual performance doesn’t always match what those providers advertise. In October2009, the FCC concluded that open access to broadband infrastructure is a catalyst for competition http://www.pcworld.com/article/173800/open_broadband_nurtures_competion _and_deals.html?tk=rel_news> and deals for consumers. That competition couldn’t come soon enough. Test your speed at home or work: http://www.broadband.gov/qualitytest/about/