Do you ever experience slower than normal Wi-Fi speeds, when your wired connection is working fine? Wi-Fi interference may be slowing you down.
Wi-Fi uses radio waves to connect your devices to the
internet, and a number of factors can cause interference. So many, in fact,
that identifying the specific problem can be difficult, and sometimes even
impossible.
The most common causes of wireless interference are:
· Distance from the router
· Physical obstructions, such as walls and floors
· Other wireless appliances, like baby monitors, cordless phones and garage door openers, kitchen appliances, such as microwave ovens and refrigerators
· Or other Wi-Fi Networks in the vicinity
But if you are having problems, here are a few ideas to help
beat interference.
Tip 1: Try to place your router away from as many of these interference sources as possible
Tip 2: Place your router in a location that’s close to where you use your wireless devices
Tip 3: If
that doesn’t help, try a wireless bridge or extender.
These devices will rebroadcast
your Wi-Fi signal, creating a larger, stronger network.
Tip 4: If
you’re using an older router, upgrade to a newer model
Following these tips will help you ensure the best possible Wi-Fi signal.