Dragging internet speeds can really slow you down. Learn about seven easy steps you can take to speed up your internet connection and get online faster.
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There are almost 4.4 billion active internet users ? about 57% of the global population. That means millions of people are surfing cyberspace, accessing the internet at the same time as you. But that traffic can slow down your internet connection and stop you from accessing the information, or cat videos, that you want to discover. 
In addition to multiple users slowing your internet connection down, there are other factors that could also affect its speed, including:

The type of internet you have, such as dial-up, Wi-Fi, or DSL Infections from spyware or viruses
Space issues due to low memory or hard disk space

To help speed up your internet connection, Freshome has gathered seven easy tips that you can try at home.
1. Restart Your Router
If your internet was running well and suddenly slows down, take a minute to reset. Unplug the power source for the router and wait at least 30 seconds before plugging it back in. Wait for all of the lights to turn back on and then try to use the internet again to see if the issue has been resolved. 
2. Perform a Speed Test 
Internet speed tests can give you different information about your internet connection, including download and upload speeds, and how many Mbps (megabits per second) you are receiving....