How to Install Speed Test by OpenSpeedTest™ on Windows 11

OpenSpeedTest™ is a popular web-based speed testing tool that helps you measure your internet connection's speed, ping, and latency. If you frequently run speed tests, you may want to consider installing the desktop version of OpenSpeedTest™ on your Windows 11 computer, which allows you to test your connection speed more easily and quickly. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to install Speed Test by OpenSpeedTest™ on Windows 11.

Step 1: Download Speed Test by OpenSpeedTest™

The first thing you need to do is download the Speed Test by OpenSpeedTest™ installer from the official website. You can do this by following these steps:

1. Open your web browser and go to https://openspeedtest.com/
2. Click the "Download" button in the top left corner of the page.
3. Choose the Windows version of the application you want to download.
4. Save the installer file to your computer.

Step 2: Run the Installer

Once the installer file is downloaded, you can launch it by following these steps:

1. Locate the installer file, which should be in your Downloads or Downloads folder.
2. Double-click on the installer file to launch it.
3. Click "Yes" on the User Account Control dialog box that appears.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation process. You may need to agree to the license agreement and choose a destination folder for the application.

Step 3: Launch Speed Test by OpenSpeedTest™

After the installation is complete, you can launch Speed Test by OpenSpeedTest™ by following these steps:

1. Open the Start menu.
2. Scroll down to the "S" section and find the Speed Test by OpenSpeedTest™ application.
3. Click on the application to launch it.

Step 4: Run a Speed Test

Now that you have installed and launched Speed Test by OpenSpeedTest™, you can run a speed test by following these steps:

1. Click on the "Start Test" button in the middle of the application window.
2. Wait for the test to complete, which should take no more than a few seconds.
3. Once the test is complete, you can view your internet speed, latency, and other network statistics in the application window.

Congratulations! You have installed Speed Test by OpenSpeedTest™ on your Windows 11 computer and run your first speed test. You can use this application to test your internet connection speed at any time, making it easier to troubleshoot network issues and optimize your online experience.

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