Bad Internet connections are more often the result of hardware errors rather than being a mistake made by your provider. There are plenty of things that you can do to try and improve the connection, depending on what the problem is. So before you go calling ServerSpace, Rackspace or whoever you use for support, go through these tips and tricks on bringing your Internet connectivity back to its original speed.
Even though you are using a Wireless connection, it is powered by a modem somewhere in the house or in the office. Over time, as it is likely being used by more than just one device, it can get clogged by errors. Like every other Internet based device, modems also have a small memory chip which can fill up with needless data very quickly, especially if you never unplug your modem. So, as one of the first things to do when you realize that your Internet is suddenly slow, unplug your modem, leave it for a few minutes, and then plug it in again and allow it to load without any interruptions.
If this doesn’t change the speed of your Wireless connection, you should take a look at the Ethernet cable that connects the modem with the router. Check to see if there are any restrictions on the cable along its length. Make sure that it is always as straight as possible without any tangles. Cables are very sensitive, and anything that is exerting weight on it could be the reason for a broken down connection. So, unplug the Ethernet cable, fix anything that you think needs to be fixed, and then return it.
Your computer could also be the source of the problem. There are many different things that can slow down your Internet. For one, your RAM memory could be too full for temporary Internet files to be stored properly. The best way to empty your computer’s RAM memory is to restart it. This will bring the memory back to its full capacity, and will allow your browser to store as many temporary files as needed.
If this is not the solution to your problem, your computer could be storing a virus or an adware program. Use your anti-virus program to run a full scan on your computer to search for such files. If your anti-virus does find something, it will always advise you on the best choice to make regarding the files. While you can quarantine the file, it is usually best to remove it entirely from your computer.
Viruses on private home computers are not as popular as they once were, and it is now becoming rare to find a virus if you are using your Internet to surf and download trusted programs. However, if you are running a business, viruses will be a much more common occurrence because you will have many people using the same Wireless connection. Either way, make sure that your anti-virus program is always up to date, and if possible, try to buy the best program currently on the market.
The final step that you can take to upgrade your Internet connection is to update your modem and router firmware. You do this by visiting the website of your product’s manufacturer and checking for the latest versions. Updating is the easy part and is done by a few simple clicks. You will be instructed on the way to update your device on the actual website.
