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bandwidth distribution-2

Networking, Network management software, Availability, Bandwidth, Benchmarking, Fault isolation, Network applications management, Network monitoring, Network testing, Performance management, Protocol analysis, Remote management, Networking Equipment, Cabling, Dial-up networking, Gigabit ethernet, Hubs, Layer 3-7 Switches, Managed Services, Modems/Cable Modems, Network Interface Cards, Network Management Systems, QoS, Routers, Networking services, DHCP, DNS, Security, Development, DataCenter

hi all,
can u tell me how isps distribute bandwidth to the customers(both dial up and leased)how to check that proper distribution is taking place and everyone is getting the correct bandwidth.is there any software that could b used to keep an eye?what else can be done?how to control???

thanks...

Access speeds are typically controlled from their routers or by the circuit, sometimes on both.

In the case of a T1 all 24 channels of the circuit are provisioned for data and the router handles the bandwidth settings. If you decide that you only require half a T1 they modify the circuit to only provision 12 channels and the router is modified accordingly to allow for only a 768K rate.

There are various sites on the web that will allow you to check your upload/download rates and they are free. Keep in mind that if there is a heavy load on the connection the reports will show slower rates. It is always best to test during low usage periods (i.e. evenings/weekends when few people are on the systems).

You can use the DSL Reports site to test your speed. It is free. They also offer 24/7 monitoring for a fee.

http://www.dslreports.com/stest