[ale] semi OT: Network/cable modem tests ?

DJ-Pfulio DJPfulio at jdpfu.com
Mon May 1 09:01:16 EDT 2017


IPv6 support is a DOCSIS 3 thing too.

On 05/01/2017 08:11 AM, Boris Borisov wrote:
> I just bought Docsis 3 modem from Microcenter to replace my Docsis 2
> one. I didn't have to because Docsis 2 modem is good enough to handle my
> 30/6 tier. The only reason I got it I though there will be benefit from
> more download/upload channels like lower latency or improved lag/jitter
> for my kids gaming.
> 
> So far no improvement I would say. Even I think download speed for newer
> modem is slightly lower  and not that consistent. I have to do more
> tests to confirm that.
> 
> So to justify buying this modem I have to find reason to keep it.
> 
> Can you guys/lads think of any network tests that I can run and get some
> better results?
> 
> Otherwise is going back in the box and Microcenter.
> 
> Thank you. 


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