Think South Lake Tahoe needs faster internet? Submit a quick computer speed test.

All of the major cell phone companies were in town last week, meeting with local agencies to determine the need for better cell phone coverage. As most locals are aware, there are several pockets of "no cell phone" coverage in town.

Since 80% of the Lake Tahoe basin is owned by the U.S. Forest Service, the choice on where to put new cell phone towers is limited. They are looking into new partnerships with local land owners to see what can be done.

Another service that often leaves South Lake Tahoe users longing for improvement is the internet. In order to test computer speeds around the lake, the Tahoe Prosperity Center has been conducting computer speed tests and there is just one week left to participate. They'll be better able to evaluate needs if users take the very quick test when on their computer.

October 31 is the deadline to submit your computer's speed. Visit the test site and earn a chance to win a new iPad.