If you're experiencing slow download speeds on your VPS, try the following methods to improve download performance:

Some hosting providers may apply bandwidth throttling on VPS instances. Contact your hosting provider to ask if there are any bandwidth limits or throttling policies in place that could be affecting your download speed.

The physical location of your VPS can affect its network speed. A server located closer to your users or your data source will result in lower latency. Consider moving your VPS to a data center geographically closer to your target audience or the source of the content you're downloading.

If you're downloading static files (e.g., media, software), using a CDN can significantly reduce download times. CDNs cache content at edge locations closer to users, improving delivery speed.

Tuning your network interface card (NIC) can enhance download speeds. Adjusting parameters like RX and TX buffers can improve network throughput. To check the current settings, use

ethtool：

To increase RX and TX buffer sizes, use the following command:

Some VPS providers may implement traffic shaping to prioritize certain types of traffic (e.g., HTTP, SSH). You can run network performance tests and work with your hosting provider to see if adjustments can be made to optimize overall throughput.

These suggestions should help you identify the root cause of slow download speeds and improve your VPS performance.