As the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic spreads globally, more and more people are starting to create their office space at home. Some people are used to working remotely, but for others, it is a brand new concept. Luckily, it is not as hard as you may think. If you want to use wifi effectively working from home, we recommend that you follow these easy tips.
Update Your Router
Keep your router up to date. If it is more than three years old, it is best to contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). You can ask them to replace it for you. Replacing your router can help you in two important areas. Firstly, your newer version will have a higher capacity and will be more powerful. Secondly, it will have more robust security measures against dangerous malware.
Find The Best Location For Your Router
Find a location for your router that has few obstructions. If possible, do not place the router close to a refrigerator, microwave ovens, walls or windows. Ideally, set it as near as you can to the middle of your home. This position means there will be equal coverage of the internet in your home. Also, there will be less chance of somebody “leeching” your internet from outside.
Don’t Make Technical Changes
It is very tempting to read about technical improvements for WiFi networks. You are best advised not to make technical changes. WiFi boosters, extenders and repeater can all help. It is not as simple as “Plug and Play”. Any wrong configurations can cause dropouts on the network. It could render your WiFi useless.
Make The Move To 5GHz
5Ghz should not be confused with the 5G network on mobile. 5Ghz is a frequency band that WiFi can use. If your WiFi is currently using 2.4GHz, you could move over to 5GHz. It would mean that your internet would be faster and less affected by interference.
Regularly Reboot Your Router
Rebooting your router every week is highly recommended. This weekly ritual is not a complicated procedure, and is as simple as turning it off and then back on again. When you reboot a router, it clears the existing memory. It also gives it a chance to install any critical updates. This weekly process can help to improve your WiFi speed.