NAPlr: Multi-Gigabit Internet Access Profiling in Web Browser
Péter Orosz, Tamás Marosits, Tamás Skopkó · 2024
Advancements in internet service provision have enabled subscribers to access multi-gigabit throughput for both wired and mobile connections. Despite underutilization, users demand compliance with subscription parameters, necessitating precise measurement of multi-gigabit connections. This paper investigates the challenges associated with profiling multi-gigabit internet access using web browsers, addressing limitations introduced by browser capabilities, client hardware, and SOHO router performance. We present a novel measurement system designed to accurately evaluate key service quality parameters, including throughput, latency, and packet loss, for multi-gigabit connections. The system architecture comprises user endpoint devices and measurement servers strategically positioned in high-bandwidth, network-neutral locations to ensure accurate and scalable measurements. Empirical results demonstrate the system’s efficacy in measuring multi-gigabit connections, even within the constraints of client and network hardware limitations. This research establishes a robust framework for reliable and comprehensive assessment of high-speed internet access services, contributing to improved service quality and user satisfaction.