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Best way to test latency?
Yes, 600-700 is normal for satellite internet.
Keep in mind that websites add to the delay because they have so much stuff on them that needs to load, such as images or videos. So on top of the normal server to server delay, you will have added delay from website content.
The latency for the satellite internet is between 600-700ms on average, regardless of how much you pay for it.
Focusing on the latency for HN makes no sense, as the majority of your delays are caused outside of HN, by internet backbone providers (CenturyLink), and by the websites themselves. HN has no control over that.
Sounds like you're saying that if my latency is high, the odds of it being a problem with Hughes is very tiny? Are there any other variables? I know there are variables on my end, I mean otherwise. I know that periods of high traffic can affect performance, but I assume that's reflected in the mbps number when I do a download test.
"Sounds like you're saying that if my latency is high, the odds of it being a problem with Hughes is very tiny?"
Yes.
"Are there any other variables? I know there are variables on my end, I mean otherwise."
Yes. As the website indicates, your mileage may vary depending on
- the configuration of your computer
- the number of concurrent users
- network or Internet congestion
- the capabilities and content of the websites you are accessing
- network management practices as deemed necessary
- Other factors
