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The trick to improve the Wi-Fi signal so that it reaches all the rooms in the house

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Wi-Fi is an essential technology these days. Unlike a wired connection, this type of network can cause some inconveniences. In fact, it can be slow and not reach every room in the house. In this article we give you 4 tips to solve these problems and improve the signal range.

As a rule of thumb, a single box is enough to distribute Wi-Fi within a small apartment or small office. However, the connection may lack stability in a larger house with multiple floors and thicker walls. This decrease can also come from electromagnetic waves emitted by certain devices or be a consequence of defective equipment. However, there are tips to optimize the Wi-Fi connection.

There are many solutions to browse the Internet calmly and without interruptions at home. These are easy to set up and usually require little cost.
1. Test Wi-Fi connection speed

Internet speed meter. source: spm

Before starting any manipulation, it is advisable to test the Internet speed inside the house. To do this, go to Ookla’s Speedtest site, which is one of the most popular, then click GO! This tool provides detailed information on connection data performance for downloads and imports, as well as ping latency , which is the connection response time. If after evaluating your connection, the results are poor, consider changing the offer to benefit from fiber, for example, or try to remedy it with the following tips.
2. Find a strategic place for the Wi-Fi box

Location of the modem-router. source: spm

If the network is slow or does not pass through a room, it is possible to change the location of your Internet box. Being often placed in the wrong places, it cannot properly transmit Wi-Fi waves inside the house. Then place the modem in a clear, high place in the center of your home. It is also advisable to keep the device away from certain equipment that emits identical waves or frequencies (baby monitors, cordless phones or microwaves, etc.).
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