Librespeed is an open source solution for measuring Internet connection speed quickly and efficiently. Unlike other speed testing tools, Librespeed does not require Flash or Java, and is designed to be lightweight, fast and private. This article explores the key benefits of Librespeed and provides a detailed guide to installing it using Docker Compose.
Why choose Librespeed?
1. Open Source and Free
Librespeed is completely open source, so you can use and customise it free of charge. You can access the Librespeed GitHub repository to view the source code, contribute to the project or report problems.
2. Simple and efficient interface
Librespeed offers a clean, easy-to-understand user interface. The minimalist design allows smooth, distraction-free operation, while providing accurate connection speed results.
3. No Flash or Java
Unlike many other speed testing tools that require plugins such as Flash or Java, Librespeed works directly in your browser without the need for these obsolete technologies.
4. Respect for privacy
Librespeed is designed to respect user privacy. No personal data is collected, and you have total control over the hosting and configuration of your test server.
5. Easy installation
Installing Librespeed via Docker Compose is quick and easy, allowing you to set up a speed test server in just a few minutes.
Installing Librespeed with Docker Compose
Installing Librespeed via Docker Compose is straightforward. Here’s a step-by-step guide to configuring Librespeed on your server.
Prerequisites
Before you start, make sure that Docker and Docker Compose are installed on your server. You can install them using the following commands:
sudo apt update
sudo apt install docker.io docker-compose -y
Creating the Docker Compose file
Create a docker-compose.yml file in a directory of your choice. This file will contain the configuration needed to deploy Librespeed. Use the following code to configure Librespeed:
version: '3'
services:
librespeed:
image: librespeed/speedtest:latest
container_name: librespeed
ports:
- "80:80"
volumes:
- ./librespeed_data:/var/www/html
restart: always
Explanations
- image: Indicates the official Librespeed Docker image.
- container_name: Name of the container for easy identification.
- ports: Maps port 80 on the container to port 80 on the host to access the Librespeed web interface.
- volumes: Create a local directory to store persistent Librespeed data. Create the
librespeed_datadirectory in the same directory as yourdocker-compose.ymlfile.
Launch Librespeed
Once you have created the docker-compose.yml file, run Librespeed with the following command:
sudo docker-compose up -d
This command downloads the Docker image, creates the container and starts Librespeed in the background. You can access the Librespeed web interface by opening a browser and navigating to http://.
Initial configuration
When you first connect to the Librespeed interface, you will be ready to test the connection speed. No additional initial configuration is required to start using the test server.
Conclusion
Librespeed is an effective solution for testing Internet connection speed, offering a simple interface, respect for privacy, and easy installation via Docker Compose. It’s an excellent choice for setting up your own speed test server at no cost or hassle.
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