About Computer Networking: 339 Gbps - A 2012 Internet Speed Record

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Computer Networking Computer Networking Fundamentals Get Connected Uses and Upgrades From Bradley Mitchell, your Guide to Computer Networking What would you with a network that runs at 339,000 Mbps? University researchers recently showed theirs off at a recent industry conference to get into the world record books. Other ideas include renting bandwidth to all of your friends, or taking over the Internet. See - A 2012 Internet speed record. What Are Gbps and Mbps? 339,000 Mbps is usually written as 339 Gbps. They are the exact same thing, but 339,000 somehow just sounds faster (even though a little strange). On the other hand, 339,000,000,000 bits per second sounds really weird. People who want to impress their friends with knowledge of computer networking don't talk like that. Search Related Topics:  computer network speed  computer bits and bytes  How to Check Computer Network Connection Speed One of the most misleading things about computer networks happens when you connect to a Wi-Fi hotspot and your device says you have a "54 Mbps" or "150 Mbps" link. Do you really think your Internet connection is running that fast? Of course you don't. Search Related Topics:  computer network speed  internet speed tests  Introduction to Internet and Network Data Plans Configuring the networking options on your Internet device is one essential step toward getting online. In most cases you will also need to sign up for an Internet data plan. Here's how it works. Search Related Topics:  home network setup  connect to wi-fi networks  Readers Respond: Hiding IP Addresses Online "You can never be totally anonymous online. If an infringement gets reported, the owners of the proxy will (by law) have to provide the original IP address at the time of the infringement. The website which act as a proxy also do as they say, but you'll find a lot of sites ban them access due to abuse. Also you never know who's running public proxies, software or website versions. Is it agencies collecting usage data? ..." -various Related Searches Computer Networking Internet Speed Speed Up Computer Check Network Speed Network Bandwidth Featured Articles Using Static IP Addresses on Private Networks VIDEO: Guide to Wi-Fi Network Security What Is Tethering? How to Network a Printer Overview: Using and Upgrading Computer Networks What Is TCP/IP?   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Hometown Holidays Discover the best holiday events near your hometown. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Bradley Mitchell Computer Networking Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Computer Networking newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads Wireless Router Networking IP Addresses + Internet Networks Connecting Two Computers Home Network Diagrams Home Network Setup Advisor Tool   Follow me on: Advertisement