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As a rule, always measure the speed of the Internet in terms of bits-per-second. If you see a speed listed in terms of bytes-per-second (or using an abbreviation with an uppercase "B"), multiply this number by 8 to convert to bits-per-second. If your browser reports a file downloaded at 150 KBps, you'll know this is 1200 kbps or about 1.2 Mbps. Before making a conclusion about whether the speed you receive from a particular download represents a problem with your Time Warner Cable Modem, it's important to understand the factors that can affect Internet speed.