How do I check my network connection status?

To check your network connection status, there are a few steps you can take.

1. Check the Network Status icon on your screen: Most devices, including laptops, smartphones and tablets, will have a status icon that indicates if you are connected to the internet. On Windows computers this will be a Wi-Fi logo on the bottom right of the screen, while on Macs it will be a Wi-Fi symbol in the top right corner.

2. Open the Network Connections window: You can do this on both Windows and Mac by clicking on the Start button or the Apple icon and then clicking on ‘Control Panel’ (in Windows) or ‘System Preferences’ (in Mac). From here, you can open the ‘Network and Sharing Center’ in Windows or ‘Network’ in Mac by selecting the relevant option.

3. Use the command prompt: On Windows machines, you can open the command prompt by typing ‘cmd’ in the search box. This will open the command prompt window, where you can type the command ‘ipconfig /all’ to view all the network settings. Here you can see the details of your IP address, gateway, subnet mask and other information about your current connection.

4. Check the router’s settings page: This is a crucial step for identifying any issues with your network connection. You will need to find the IP address of your router, which is usually printed on a label on the underside of the router. Once you open the router’s settings page, you can view all the details of your network connection and any potential issues with connecting to the internet.

5. Run an online speed test: The most reliable way to check your network connection is to run a speed test. This can be done using the Google Speed Test or other online speed testers. This will show you the download and upload speed of your internet connection and other details such as latency and jitter.

These are the steps you can take to check your network connection status. Knowing the status of your connection will help you troubleshoot any potential issues and keep your connection running smoothly.