We even made it into a little song called “The Tech Days of Christmas.” (Instead of partridges and gold rings, all you need is a little time and attention.) Stay tuned for more tips and music. — in a few days.
First, a simple solution to America’s biggest technology problem: WiFi woes. This can cause your Netflix stream to stutter or make it difficult to sit with your laptop in a cozy corner where you can escape from other people.
To maximize your WiFi coverage, you need to give your router a fighting chance.That means moving No matter where you hide it (behind the TV, inside a cabinet, etc.), when you take the box out with a flashing light,
Think of your WiFi router like a light bulb. To maximize its range, its energy is not blocked by anything else. Even metal and water are like kryptonite to the radio waves used in WiFi, but even shelves and books can get in the way.
Ideally, place your router as close to the center of your home as possible. But what if the box is sitting in a far corner because that’s where your internet line enters your house? You can also buy a longer cable to bring the box closer to the action. (If your internet is provided by your cable company, you can get a 30-foot version of the coaxial cable and connector for $15.)
Alternatively, you could consider upgrading to a so-called “mesh” router, which uses two or more boxes in tandem to distribute WiFi more evenly around your home.
Want to learn more about WiFi? Detailed advice for solving internet problems can be found here and here.
