...and speaking of performance, has anyone run across a recent p2p/router shootout? I know Small Net Builder did one a few years back but I haven't run into another one recently. I bring this up because from personal experience I know that the router can significantly impact network performance when certain apps are used.
Back when I was still with C&W on ADSL, I once had to test a couple of routers. In order to simulate the environment they might eventually be in I switched the ADSL router [SpeedTouch w/5.x firmware] from routed to bridged mode; this shut off the internal routing functions to let an external device handle those chores (DNS, NAT, QOS etc.)
For simple tasks like web browsing, ftp, email, there was very little difference (until the number of simulated users was ramped up of course.) When it came to session-heavy BitTorrent, it was a completely different story though. At the time I think I was testing a cheapy D-Link DI-604 and either a D-Link DGL-4100 or DGL-4300 (D-Link's meatier gaming routers.) The gaming routers were much more capable of handling the increased number of revolving connections and able to sustain more open/active connections. Not unexpected but what surprised me is how well the SpeedTouch held it's own.
Now keep in mind this was only with a 1mb connection so imagine what now happens when the router has more bandwidth to manage. For most people posting here it probably isn't an issue. I would imagine most using the WRT54G for example have already applied some form of 3rd party firmware which helps alleviate a number of issues, including the out-of-the-box lackluster P2P performance. Still, something to consider when configuring your P2P settings.
also, u need to open up a port on ur router to get optimal speeds and more
this site has guides to over 95% of the major router brands on the market. just follow the instructions on site for your router brand and watch ur speeds in torrents grow
http://www.portforward.com/english/r...outerindex.htm
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Nice! The Flow Router/Modem is there too
http://www.portforward.com/english/r...TM552index.htm
THanks for the guide guys
This thread can probably help determine if capping is taking place
Help Azureus to Fight BitTorrent Throttling ISPs
By using the plugin...you will really see what's up. CW Barbados does capping. Maybe CWJ does it also.
The trouble with learning from experience
is that the test comes first and
the lesson afterwards
The trouble with learning from experience
is that the test comes first and
the lesson afterwards
nder, your statement is false, as coax cable is a shared medium. Bandwidth is shared on all the coax that leaves each fibre node. The reason each person gets the full 5MB and 8MB is because there is enough spare bandwidth (at this time)to support such speeds on each node. I can guarantee you that if all the homes in your neighbourhood connected to the same fibre node are each maxing out their connection at the same time, you may not get your subscribed speeds.