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Few things are more inconvenient than signal problems and internet speed🇧🇷 A malfunctioning connection to the great working and entertainment environment of our times is where a good number of potentially stressful situations come from. Therefore, the showmetech prepared this guide to help you test the internet, better understand how your connection is working and what you can do to improve it. 2m516i
It is essential to understand well what may be disturbing your Wi-Fi device or even your device, and, above all, to know what can be done to improve the situation: from simple actions to investing in good equipment. Check out in detail how to deal with this issue.
How to see if your internet is working properly? 5r3v
The first step is to understand how the connection is, its speed and if the malfunction of a certain site is a problem coming from your signal and devices or from the site itself. The initial question “is my internet working?” can be answered through the website ismyinternetworking🇧🇷 Just open the address in your browser and receive an overview of the connection.
In addition to quick access to our IP address, it is also possible to already have a good idea of the latency (ping) and if there is a delay (lag) of our connection in sending and receiving data. Values below 50 and especially 30ms are considered good, those between 50-100 acceptable and working, and anything above 150 already indicates problems.
To test the speed, one of the options is the more tips for performing the speed test.
As for checking if the problem is with a site you are trying to access, one possibility is the isitdownorjust.me🇧🇷 Just put the URL (address) of the website and identify if there is a problem there or not. There is often a problem connecting to the site even when it is working normally. In the case of problems like the 304 or 404, maybe a cache clear will help. To do it, follow the steps below:
- On a computer Windows, search for “cmd” and click on the Command prompt🇧🇷 You can also access it by clicking on the start icon with the right mouse button and choosing the Terminal option. From there, type “ipconfig /flushdns”.
- within the environment macOS/OSX 10.10+, open a Terminal window and type “sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder”.
How to improve my connection? y3f3t
In case the speed and latency diagnosis is not so favorable, there are a bunch of good measures to try to improve your internet connection. From the simplest to the least obvious, it is possible that some of them will be differential for the activity you are trying to carry out at the moment to flow better.
1. Find a good position for your router 4d493
It is not necessary to always be next to the router, but the distance and obstacles between it and your device are crucial factors, as very thick walls can get in the way. If possible, test the position of your router in relation to the places you use your laptop or cell phone the most.
2. Invest in a good router 2v27o
The devices made available by the provider itself are not usually the best options. It's a good idea to look for other devices, especially those with the latest technology. mesh🇧🇷 Routers of this type create a kind of unique connection between the signal and each device, eliminating bottlenecks in using the same signal. We have already detailed a list of best suggestions, such as Google Nest Wifi, TP Link Deco X20 and Asus ZenWiFi AX (XT8)
3. Reboot your router 4sg3e
In many cases, a slowdown can be solved with a simple restart: just turn off the router with the button, wait a few seconds and turn it on again. For an even simpler but more efficient reset, turn off the router, unplug it and wait about 30 seconds, this will cause it to reboot simple.
4. Close idle programs 3267e
We often don't realize it, but some applications use a good amount of memory and connection bandwidth. Leaving them open unnecessarily can be a central factor in internet slowness. To make sure if any of these are disturbing performance, just go to the task manager. In it, it is possible to see the use of both memory and network and from there choose to close idle programs and applications that are affecting the speed of the device and the connection.
5. Restart your computer 6v5f1p
Your device may not have a RAM memory as robust, or even as indicated for a stable operation of the operating system. This is a more common problem than it seems, even because we have the habit of just suspending the device. Shutting down and restarting the computer often helps to make programs and browsing more efficient.
6. Clean inactive extensions from your browser 352858
Still in this conversation about RAM memory, it is possible that the slowness of the connection comes from this factor. This usually affects and is affected by the browser and the extensions installed in it. Access this environment by clicking on the icon that resembles a puzzle piece at the top of the browser, on the right side. If it's not there, select the menu in the same place and look for extensions; you may need to select “more tools”. Choose “manage extensions” and delete the ones you haven't been using.
7. Change your Wi-Fi frequency 4as6u
For convenience, we tend to always leave the devices on the same frequency. However, if you are experiencing slowdowns, it is a good idea to switch between 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies and test Wi-Fi. In the wireless connection menu you can see the options. They will have the same name, but an indicative next to them: for example “redecasa” and “redecasa 5G”. Change your frequency and run the speed test again. There is a general trend that the 5GHz frequency is the most suitable for cell phones, computers and video game consoles.
8. Update network drivers 6s2146
Look for your device's "device manager". In the option “network adapters” you will be able to find the driver network and, if necessary, update it.
Maybe your connection still doesn't arrive in an ideal world, but with these simple and effective tips there's a good chance that everyday tasks will be carried out more efficiently. For more robust solutions, we reinforce the importance of investing in good router devices, or even direct cabling.
Sources: Avast, ismyinternetworking
