Wi-Fi troubles? Here are the most common problems, and simple solutions

Wireless network is like electricity at this point — you only notice it exists when it stops working. Then you panic.

Don’t just panic! Fix it. There are many unique ways that your router can stop working, but you’d be surprised how many such issues can be easily fixed. Here is a list of things that commonly go wrong with Wi-Fi, and simple things you can try to solve those issues.

Slow Internet speeds in certain rooms

Potential solutions

• Move your router. Wi-Fi is radio waves, meaning your router broadcasts in all directions from a central location. If your router is in a far corner of your house, you’re covering a great deal of the outside world and not enough of your home. The closer you can put your router to the center of your coverage area, the better reception will be throughout your house.
• Adjust your antennas, if possible, and see what helps. If your house is tall, alternating between fully vertical and fully horizontal positions can help reach in multiple directions.