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Slow Wi-Fi? 10 tricks I use to get internet speeds as fast and reliable as wired


I spent the weekend tweaking my home network to improve my Wi-Fi speed and connectivity. Here's what worked.

Most modern Wi-Fi routers, including those from TP-Link, Asus, Netgear, Ubiquiti, Acer, and most mesh systems, support automatic channel selection. Still, you should use your built-in router software or third-party management tools, such as Ubiquiti WiFiman or InSSIDer, to check on your Wi-Fi usage and identify bottlenecks or unauthorized devices. Let's start with prioritizing your video calls, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), gaming, and streaming by adjusting your Quality of Service (QoS) settings.

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