Extremely Slow Download Speeds Compared To Pc

My PC when downloads the same file at 100+ kb/s when my MacBook downloads at maximum of 25-30 kb/s.
How can I speed it up.

I'm getting a slow download speed, what can I do to improve it?
If you are using a firewall or router, be sure that ports 6112, 3724, and 6881 through 6999 are open and forwarded to your computer and only your computer. Refer to your firewall/router's documentation for instructions on opening ports and setting up port forwarding. Also, make sure that no other programs that use bandwidth are running while using the Blizzard Downloader.
Please consult our Slow Download Speeds page for more information:
http://www.blizzard.com/support/wow/?id=aww0819p
For more assistance with setting up your router or firewall, or for other assistance with the Blizzard Downloader, see this page:
http://www.blizzard.com/support/wow/?id=mww000p&v=49

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