How to fix your slow internet
Slow internet holding you back? There’s nothing more frustrating than sitting down to watch your favourite show on Netflix or starting an online meeting only to be met with a slow or buffering internet connection.
As experts in rural connections, we’ve put together a few simple tips to help you deal with slow internet.
Have you tried turning it off and on again?
We know… this is one of the most annoying responses when dealing with any technical issues. But it’s often a common quick fix that will save you time and stress. Before trying anything else, it’s a good idea to restart both your modem/router and device.
Make sure you check other devices in the household too – this will confirm if it’s an issue localised to your device or wider.
Clear your cache
When you’re browsing the internet, your cache will collect information from websites you visit and interact with. This data can sometimes cause your internet speeds to slow down. An easy solution is to ensure you are clearing your cache and browsing history every now and again to reduce the amount of data stored here.
Check your web browser
Do you always have a bunch of tabs and windows open? Don’t worry, we’re guilty of this too. But this could be causing your web browser to slow down. Try closing any tabs or windows that aren’t needed to see if this helps.
This is also a good time to check if you’re running the latest browser version and make any updates if needed.
Remove or reduce interference
The signals from your router can occasionally be blocked or distorted by interference from other wireless devices around your home, this includes just about anything wireless. We have found the main culprits to be Wi-Fi printers, Wi-Fi booters and Wi-Fi security cameras. If you think one of these might be causing you issues, try switching the device off at the wall for a few hours. If your internet is running better, you have found the issue!
Talk to our team about the right plan for you
Have your internet needs changed? Perhaps it’s time to review your current plan and how it’s working for you. At Wireless Dynamics we have plans to suit a variety of requirements and budgets. Our team of rural connection specialists is locally based and would love to chat to learn how you use the internet; this will help us effectively recommend the right plan for you.
We’re firm believers that no one should put up with bad internet – we pride ourselves on responsiveness and commitment to resolution. When it comes to internet providers, we’re your local!
If you have a home, business or farm in the King Country, we would love to help you get connected.
Get in touch today for more information about our plans and services.
