I have a wireless router downstairs in my basement. My Wifi works pretty good most of the time but when I start watching videos it gets a little choppy. How can boost my Wifi signal strength.
There are many different techniques people use to boost their wifi signal for increased range and better Wifi signal. Here are some common ways to extend and boost your signal.
Position of the router makes can make a huge difference in wifi strength. Try to limit or decrease the amount of obstacles for the wifi signal. The more walls the signal has to go through the weaker your signal will be.
Wifi repeaters or expanders are a nice way to extend your WLAN range. Companies like D-Link and Linksys make some really good ones. You put this device some where within range of the router and it expands the wifi signal. Here’s one from Linksys.
Get a antenna extender. There are extending antennas that you could add on to your existing router for better range.
You can also make your own antenna to help improve your signal. This is very cheap and uses a Pringles potato chip can. Here’s a tutorial on how to make your own.
Lock down your router. Password protect your wifi so neighbors can’t just hop onto your access point and use up your bandwidth.
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