It includes information about using an online speed test.

This is the easiest way.

In theStatusdialog box that appears, clickWi-Fi.

The Open Network & Internet settings option in Windows.

In theWi-Fidialog box, clickChange adapter optionson the right side of the dialog box.

ANetwork Connectionsdialog box appears that lists each of your internet connections.

Double-nudge the one you want to check the speed for.

The Wi-Fi option in the Network Status dialog box.

In theWi-Fi Statusdialog box that appears, locate the listing forSpeedin theConnectionsection.

This is the speed of your Wi-Fi connection.

The sameWi-Fi Statusdialog box appears with the speed of your connection listed.

The Change Adapter options in Windows.

On a Mac, there are far fewer clicks to find the information you’re looking for.

On your Mac computer, hold down theOptionkey and click theWi-Fiicon on the right side of the top toolbar.

A list of options and information appears and your current internet connection is listed.

The Network Connections in Windows.

Beneath your current internet connection is information about your connection.

You’re looking for theTx Rate.

This is your internet speed at that moment.

The Speed listing in the Connection section of the Wi-Fi Status dialog box in Windows.

For example, on that’s both popular and safe isSpeedtest by Ookla.

Wi-Fi options listed in the Network and Sharing Center in Windows.

The Speed information in the Wi-Fi Status dialog box in Windows.

The Wi-Fi and internet information on a Mac with the internet speed called out.

A screenshot of the Speedtest by Ookla website.