federal government classifies broadband as a connection that runs at a speed of 25 megabits per second (Mbps) or faster.’ data-reactid=”26″>Check your internet service provider (ISP) bill to see what kind of network speed you’re paying for. The federal government classifies broadband as a connection that runs at a speed of 25 megabits per second (Mbps) or faster.
If you’re running, say, 50 Mbps, and you’ve got a house with 5 people streaming video, video conferencing, playing games, and downloading large files, you could be bumping up against your bandwidth limit.
Your best bet is to upgrade to a faster data plan with your ISP. Most people with multiple devices in their homes likely won’t need anything faster than 100 Mbps.
Comcast (CMCSA) and Cox are currently increasing the speed of some of their entry-level network offerings to ensure users can get online throughout April and into May.’ data-reactid=”30″>If the price of such a plan is too high for your budget, speak with your service provider. Companies including Comcast (CMCSA) and Cox are currently increasing the speed of some of their entry-level network offerings to ensure users can get online throughout April and into May.
Believe it or not, where you put your router in your home can make a massive difference in your connection speeds. Think of your router as the center of a large bubble. Everything inside that bubble, which represents your router’s range, should be able to get online with ease.
But if you place your router down near the floor or in a cabinet, you’re shrinking that bubble’s ability to touch all of the points in your home within its range. Instead, keep it out in the open as much as possible, such as on a shelf.
In recent years, tech companies have recognized that people usually hide their routers, because they’re kind of ugly. As a result, new routers are designed to look more appealing, to get consumers to put them in an open space.
So you’re paying for a top-flight network connection, and your router isn’t locked away in your TV cabinet, but your connection is still sluggish.
You might simply need to update your router’s firmware. Yes, like most internet-connected gadgets in your home, your router received periodic updates from its manufacturer that can improve its performance.
Where you place your router can have a serious impact on overall performance. (Image: Amazon)
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