Welcome to Ping Insanley High!
Welcome to Ping Insanley High!
You're probably not testing your router. If you notice high latency to it over a wired link, there are likely serious problems. You can check by locating the router's local IP address—something like 192.168.0.1—and pinging it from a command prompt (replace with your actual IP).
Still asking about the origin of the connection. Where exactly are you situated and what network provider serves you? There’s no fixed “high ping” value—just a high ping relative to your location. You provide your area code and ISP, which here is AT&T across the globe, then identify the game server’s position, mostly hosted in public cloud environments. Once you pinpoint it, analyze network traffic by capturing packets to see the exact IP address your games are reaching, followed by a trace route to determine which hop is causing the delay. If the latency comes from somewhere beyond your router, you’ll need to contact your ISP and report the issue.
I'm based in Alabama but the servers are in Virginia. Before I was in Cali, I had much better Wi-Fi. Unless you're referring to a specific place I'm in, I don't know how to fix this. Thanks!
Yes, it seems correct. The values match the expected format for timing and byte counts.
Your devices might be vying for the same upload speed, or the issue could stem from network setup issues beyond your home control. Running a tracert to a recognized IP—such as a game server or OpenDNS—will reveal the full path your data takes between your PC and the destination.
You’re using ViaSat for your internet connection, which typically results in higher latency. With an AT&T DSL line, you should see fewer delays. Have you checked your performance outside of gaming sessions? I’m curious if there are any network problems at your location. It’s possible the issue lies with your service provider’s infrastructure. Both AT&T and Verizon have reportedly cut back on their DSL offerings, so it might not be a local problem. If you’re on ViaSat, you’re likely getting what satellite internet is designed to provide. The situation seems to have worsened due to recent changes in service plans.
We use AT&T as our phone service but have a Viasat modem. Satellite connections usually stay above 500 ping, which took some time to understand. The fiber option is called Freedom Fiber, and their site mentions it’s being installed in the main town just outside my location.