Microsoft has completed the rollout of a built-in internet speed test for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2 through the April 2026 KB5083769 update. Powered by Ookla’s Speedtest and accessible via the ...

Windows 11 adds a built-in internet speed test powered by Ookla, letting users check connection speed directly from system settings.

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Windows 11's new "internet speed test" tool sounds handy… until you click it. Turns out it's basically just a glorified shortcut that launches Bing in your browser. A couple of days ago, Microsoft ...

Microsoft is rolling out a new internet speed test feature in Windows 11 that’s accessible directly from the taskbar for user convenience. PCWorld reports this feature is actually just a shortcut to a ...

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When you click on this new option, Windows 11 opens the default browser and loads up an Ookla-powered Speedtest experience. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in a new window) ...

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