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Network Bandwidth and Throughput
Bandwidth and Throughput are two important basic networking terms in computer network. If you wish to be an expert network administrator, you must have better understanding about these two networking terms. As a network user, you should also have better understanding about network bandwidth and throughput so that you can get maximum output from your network service provider. In this article, I will explain about network bandwidth and throughput from very beginning. I hope, this article will enrich your networking concept. What are Bandwidth and Throughput? Bandwidth In computer network, bandwidth is defined as the maximum number of bits that can flow through a network connection in a given period of time. The fundamental unit of network bandwidth is bits per second (bps). An ISP network connection that specified a bandwidth of 1Mbps means that in one second, maximum 100000 bits can be transferred across this connection. The term bandwidth is normally used in internet broadband subscription plan. Normally a higher bandwidth subscription plan will cost more than that of a lower bandwidth subscription plan. One thing to note is that even if you are subscribing a 1Mbps internet broadband plan, you may not get the full 1Mbps bandwidth when [...]
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Free Internet Speed Test Online | August 31, 2015
You are here because you want to check your broadband internet speed. Don’t worry, I will show you how to check your internet speed from online absolutely free and fastest way. I will show you top 4 websites link from which your broadband internet speed can be checked so easily. I will also show you how to check bandwidth usage continuously with windows operating system’s utility and a third party software utility. So, keep reading this article and find how [...]
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MikroTik Hotspot Server Configuration in RouterOS 7 | April 25, 2023
MikroTik Hotspot is an awesome service to run a captive portal network. You can run a public Wi-Fi network, Hotel Network, Airport network, CAMP Wi-Fi network, Shopping Mall Network and so on using MikroTik Hotspot and even can monetize your network for earning if you use Hotspot Billing Software like GalaxyRAD which is specially designed for MikroTik Hotspot network. GalaxyRAD helps to monetize your any network providing online payment gateway as well as integrating voucher-based system. It also helps to [...]
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Upgrading MikroTik RouterOS and Firmware using Winbox | September 9, 2018
MikroTik RouterOS is in constant development and new features or bug fixes are frequently available, sometimes even monthly. So, it is always recommend upgrading your MikroTik RouterOS to a latest and stable version before beginning any configuration. Sometimes you may find that your production router is required to be upgraded to a new version based on some logical reasons such as: A new feature is available to a new update and you need to implement that new feature. New version [...]
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How to Import SSL Certificate in MikroTik RouterOS | January 16, 2022
SSL/TLS Certificate is used to make secure communication between server and clients. MikroTik RouterOS has a lot of services such OVPN, SSTP VPN, HTTPS, Hotspot and so on those use SSL/TLS certificate. It is possible to create self-signed certificate in MikroTik RouterOS but self-signed certificate faces untrusted CA warning. So, it is always better to use trusted CA either freemium or premium. In my previous article, I discussed how to get a free SSL/TLS certificate from Zero SSL but Zero [...]
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Smart Camp WiFi Management with MikroTik and GalaxyRAD API | March 31, 2026
In today’s digital-first world, reliable internet access is essential—even in environments like worker camps, training camps, educational programs, and large events. However, managing WiFi in such dynamic setups can be complex. That’s where GalaxyRAD API-powered applications step in—delivering a fully automated, scalable, and intelligent Camp WiFi Management Solution with MikroTik Hotspot. 🌐 Why Camp WiFi Needs a Smart Solution Traditional Hotspot WiFi systems fail in camp environments due to: Frequent user onboarding & offboarding from camp to camp Limited bandwidth [...]
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How to Bind Hotspot User to MAC and Static IP in MikroTik | November 6, 2020
MikroTik Hotspot is usually a user based Hotspot access controlling system. Internet access and bandwidth can easily be maintained with Hotspot user based system. But sometimes we may require more control on Hotspot system which is not possible only username based system. So, we may need to bind hotspot user to MAC and static IP address. If we can bind hotspot user to static IP address, it is easy to control Hotspot users with MikroTik Router and Firewall. So, in [...]
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MikroTik VRRP Configuration with Load Sharing | November 19, 2018
MikroTik VRRP (Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol) ensures high availability internet network. If any organization requires uninterrupted internet connection, MikroTik VRRP implementation will be a vital solution for them. MikroTik VRRP creates a virtual router accumulating two or more physical routers and ensures uninterrupted internet connection keeping activate one physical router always. That means, if any physical router fails to operate due to any hardware failure, MikroTik VRRP uses another backup router for internet gateway until the running router comes back [...]
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5 Factors That Affect the VPN Speed | July 6, 2021
So you have finally decided to use VPN services. While it’s a great option you must have your concerns. One of these must be the VPN slowing down at times. If that’s the case then it’s better to know the reasons and to explore the issue prior buying or using a free VPN service. Whether you own a fashion brand or a company that teaches coding to beginner kids, many companies use VPN to provide its employees with a closer [...]
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How to Properly Downgrade MikroTik RouterOS and Firmware | October 2, 2019
MikroTik RouterOS is in constant development and new features or bug fixes are frequently available, sometimes even monthly. So, it is always recommend upgrading MikroTik RouterOS to a latest and stable version before beginning any configuration. But sometimes you may face that the upgraded version is not working properly according to your demand or you may upgrade to a new version that you don’t want. In this case, you should come back to your workable RouterOS version and firmware. Upgrading RouterOS [...]
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