How do I check my Internet speed?
Click on speedtest.mhtc.net to test your download and upload speeds.
Various factors will affect your Internet speed including, but not limited to, the number of people using your network, whether you have a router, spyware on your computer, etc.
This link from Microsoft provides a more detailed explanation concerning Internet speed performance factors.
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-vista/Why-is-my-Internet-connection-so-slow