How to Install Ookla Net Speed Test on Ubuntu

When your internet feels like it isn't working as fast as it should be, one of the best ways to check this is by using an internet speed test provider. In our case, we are using Ookla's net speed test to grab the release name, which can make a later command simpler.

To perform an internet speed test on Ubuntu using the terminal, you will need to install certain packages first. These packages include:

* `lsb-release`: This package allows us to grab certain information about the installed system and establish a secure connection between Ubuntu and the network of servers.

* `gnupg1`: Ookla's internet speed test interface uses this package to ensure that packages coming from the repository are authenticated.

* `curl`: We use this package to grab the GPG key for the Ookla Speedtest repository on our Ubuntu device.

To install these packages, you can run the following command:

`sudo apt install curl gnupg1 lsb-release apt-transport-https`

Before installing the required packages, it's a good idea to update your package manager's package list. You can do this by running the following command:

`sudo apt update`

An out-of-date package list can cause issues when your system tries to download a no longer available version or from a mirror that no longer exists.

Once you have updated your package list, you can proceed with installing the required packages for Ookla's Speedtest CLI on Ubuntu. This will allow you to quickly perform an internet speed test on your device using various servers.

To add the official Ookla repository to your device, follow these steps:

1. Open the terminal by pressing `CTRL + ALT + T`.

2. Run the following command: `sudo apt update`

3. Install the required additional software using the following command: `sudo apt install curl gnupg1 lsb-release apt-transport-https`

By adding the official repository, you will always have access to the latest software version.

That's it! With these steps complete, you should now be able to use Ookla's Speedtest CLI on your Ubuntu device.

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