Available to Windows Insiders, the built-in tool measures your upload and download speeds over Ethernet or Wi-Fi.

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Go to System Properties, click on Advanced System Settings, then Performance Settings, and choose Adjust for best performance. This will disable some visual effects, but it will make your PC faster.

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