A local network benchmark speed test measures how long it takes to transfer information from your computer to a remote site. This speed test allows you to compare how fast your Internet connection is compared to your local network. There are several types of tests that can be used to determine the speed of your connection, including ping tests, which measure the time it takes for your computer to send information to another computer, and bandwidth tests, which measure the maximum amount of information your computer can transmit in a given amount of time.