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In today\u2019s tech world, your home Wi-Fi network is a life-saver: it prevents you from using endless data on your smartphone and driving up your cell phone bill at the end of the month; it provides you with a secure network for online banking, shopping, and communication; it allows you to look for a new job or home, or to even work from home \u2014 the possibilities are endless. However, we have all had issues with maintaining optimal Wi-Fi speeds while at home. Here are a few reasons why you might be experiencing trouble with your network and how you can fix it.<\/span><\/p>\n

The first step is to officially check your connection speed. Use DFNDR\u2019s Wi-Fi Check feature to check the speed of your network. This feature will perform a connectivity test, allow you to check your download speed, and provide you with information on your DNS security and network security. Click here to test your Wi-Fi connection:<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Test<\/a><\/center>Wi-Fi Moochers<\/b><\/p>\n

If you leave your Wi-Fi network public \u2014 i.e., without password-protection \u2014 then there will be a huge freeloader problem. Too much traffic on your Wi-Fi network will significantly reduce its speed, as there is only a finite amount of bandwidth available for your network. Be sure to make your Wi-Fi private, and closely monitor who is using the account. This will also make your network significantly more secure.<\/span><\/p>\n

To do this, you\u2019ll need to make sure that there is a viable security setting present on your Wi-Fi. Otherwise, your Wi-Fi will likely be slowed down, since open networks make it easy for people to steal your Wi-Fi. According to USA Today, WPA2 with AES is your best security option for Wi-Fi.<\/span><\/p>\n

Old Equipment<\/b><\/p>\n

Like all other technologies, Wi-Fi instruments are continuously evolving as the years go by. Thus, older Wi-Fi equipment is bound to be slower than the new, more developed equipment. Check the model of your Wi-Fi router to ensure that you have the latest and greatest version. Otherwise, your Internet will likely be slower than it should be.<\/span><\/p>\n

Out of Range<\/b><\/p>\n

Proximity is key when it comes to the strength of your Wi-Fi signal. As a result, it is imperative to ensure that you are relatively close to the Wi-Fi router. Too much distance from your router can result in incredibly low speeds and lag time. Make sure to move your router around the house a few times to find the optimal spot for its range.<\/span><\/p>\n

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