Microsoft is bringing a built-in network speed test to Windows 11

Published: (February 18, 2026 at 01:09 PM EST)
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Source: The Verge

Source: The Verge

New Built-in Network Speed Test

Microsoft is working on a bunch of new features for Windows 11, including a network speed test that you can access directly from the taskbar. The tool is bundled in an update rolling out to Windows 11 Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. By right‑clicking the network icon in the system tray, you’ll see a Speed test option that opens in your default browser.

From the browser window you can check how fast your connection is over Ethernet, Wi‑Fi, or cellular data. Microsoft first started testing this feature last year, and it could provide a convenient alternative to using third‑party websites for checking connection speed.

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