There are few things more annoying than your Internet disconnecting when you’re in the middle of something important. Or even when you’re not in the middle of something important, actually. Quite often, this is due to a terrible WiFi signal that keeps on fluctuating. So here are some simple, free ways to improve your WiFi signal
Reposition your Router:
In a way, routers are like people. Their performance improves measurably when placed in an open, central position in your house. Don’t keep them near an outer wall as it will start sending your WiFi signal outside your house – not a very good idea as WiFi networks can easily be hacked. A higher location beats a low one so try putting your router on shelves or cabinets. Problems are also caused if signals have to bounce against a lot of sharp edges and corners to reach you.
In a way, routers are like people. Their performance improves measurably when placed in an open, central position in your house. Don’t keep them near an outer wall as it will start sending your WiFi signal outside your house – not a very good idea as WiFi networks can easily be hacked. A higher location beats a low one so try putting your router on shelves or cabinets. Problems are also caused if signals have to bounce against a lot of sharp edges and corners to reach you.
Reduce Interference:
Keep your router away from obstructions like metal bodies, walls and any interfering electronic devices. The most common wireless technology, 802.11g (wireless-G), operates at a 2.4 GHz. Unfortunately so do most cordless phones, baby monitors and microwave ovens. If you use these, your computer won’t be able to “hear” your router over the interfering noise.
The 2.4 GHz band is divided into 13 separate channels so as to prevent different devices competing over the entire spectrum. You can set your channel to 1, 5, 9 or 13 in India to get a good signal. Coordinating with your neighbors so that all of you have your routers set to different channels is also a good idea.
Update your Firmware
Visit your router manufacture’s website to get the latest firmware updates. Often these measurably improve performance and are always for free. Network adapter vendors also update the Windows software that your computer uses to communicate with your driver. These always improve your performance and reliability.
DD-WRIT: Regain your Internet Freedom
This is the open-source software for routers. It boosts your performance immeasurably and supplements your typical feature set. Not all routers support DD-WRT though, but its worth taking the plunge if yours is old or laggy.
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