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Wendy Dittamore
Fast access: Four ways to turbo-charge your connection

Wendy Dittamore
Editor, ZDNet Help
Thursday, February 8, 2001
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Let's face it. In today's society, no one has time to wait for anything! It's all about getting the job done quickly, and the faster, the better. (That's why there's a fast-food, drive-through restaurant on almost every corner, right?)

Internet access is no exception to that rule. It really is all about speed--and lots of it. After all, no one wants to endure waiting for Web pages to load slowly, one by one, or even image by image. And who has time for large e-mail attachments bottlenecking your ISP?

But don't worry. I can help you speed up your surfing and boost your productivity with the best tips and how-to's for optimizing your Internet connection (yes, even if you have a 33.3k modem).

  • Increase your bandwidth
    Have you seen those TV ads where people are sabotaging their next-door neighbors' Internet connection? You probably laughed at the commercials, but the thought has probably run through someone's head, somewhere, who got frustrated with busy signals or slow access. And some areas aren't covered by DSL or cable-modem services. Luckily, if you have a second phone line and a second modem, you can get the speed you want without worrying about who's trying to access the Net. Cruise past your frustrated neighbors by doubling your existing Internet connection speed with MultiLink software for Windows PCs. Click for more.

  • Tweak your 56K modem
    For those of you who want more speed for your 56k modem (and who doesn't?), there is hope. My friend Greg Shultz is king of making the most out of the equipment he's got. Follow his how-to and learn about optimizing your 56k modem for a quick, reliable connection to the Internet. Click for more.

  • Clock your connection speed
    Is your ISP delivering on its promises of fast Internet connectivity? Depending on network traffic, the actual speed of your connection could be slower than advertised. So, how can you find out? I used NetPerSec to call my ISP's bluff. Click for more.

  • Take a detour from Internet traffic jams
    Not all Net connections lead to dead ends. Whether you use a modem, DSL, or satellite, there is always a way to troubleshoot your speed problems. Kick your Internet connection into high gear with more tips and how-to's from my friends at ZDNet Help & How-To. Click for more.

Are you frustrated with slow Internet access? Have you found any good solutions? TalkBack to me.

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