IDM, or Internet Download Manager, can sometimes appear to be slow due to a few different factors. One important thing to keep in mind is that the reported connection bandwidth might not directly translate into the download speed you experience in IDM. This is because one byte is equal to 8 bits, so the actual download speed in IDM can be up to 8 times less than the reported connection bandwidth.
To check if IDM’s speed limiter feature is affecting the download speed, you can go to the “Downloads” menu in IDM and ensure that the “Speed Limiter” option is turned off. The speed limiter feature allows you to set a specific speed limit for IDM, which can unintentionally reduce the download speed if it is not properly configured.
Another factor that can affect IDM’s speed is the presence of a firewall on your computer. Firewalls are designed to protect your computer from potentially harmful network connections, but they can also interfere with the download speed of IDM. If you have a firewall enabled, try temporarily disabling it to see if it improves the download speed in IDM.
It is also worth noting that the speed of the server from which you are downloading can impact the overall download speed. If the server is experiencing high traffic or if it is located far away from your location, it can result in slower download speeds. Unfortunately, this is beyond your control and can vary from one download to another.
In my personal experience, I have encountered situations where IDM was slow due to the speed limiter being accidentally enabled. By disabling the speed limiter, I was able to achieve faster download speeds. Additionally, I have also experienced slower download speeds in IDM when downloading from servers that were located in a different country.
To summarize, IDM can be slow due to a variety of reasons. It is important to check if the speed limiter feature is enabled and disable it if necessary. Additionally, firewalls can sometimes interfere with IDM’s download speed, so temporarily disabling them can be worth a try. Lastly, the speed of the server from which you are downloading can also impact the overall download speed.