There are simple tricks and changes people can make in their homes to improve Wi-Fi connectivity and get faster broadband speeds, simply moving the box, lifting it to the shelf, or making sure they get the latest update can make big improvements to your online experience.
According to The Daily Mail, a Wi-Fi router is similar to a lamp, so putting anything in its way will limit the amount of "light" or internet connection you receive.
One of the most common mistakes that can be made with your router is putting it on the floor.
Walls, floors and metal objects can interfere and weaken the wireless signals of your router, so if they are placed on the floor, some of your services go directly to the floorboards.
Moving the Wi-Fi box off the floor and placing it five to seven feet on the floor will help increase frequencies.
Alex Tofts, from Broadband Genie, said: “The general rules to keep in mind are to look for any nearby obstacles that may be causing a problem.
He added: “Avoid placing it behind large furniture or next to other tools that may cause interference with the signal.”
Another trick homeowners need to know about their Wi-Fi network is that the most common wireless technology operates at 2.4GHz (GHz), but this is the same frequency that wireless phones, microwave ovens and child monitors also use.
As a result, their signal noise may interfere with the connection between your device and router, and to reduce interference they suggest that people buy wireless phones and other devices that use 5.8GHz frequencies to reduce interference.
Your router should be in the middle of your home, and this will give it the best opportunity to access all the rooms in your home.
