Problems with your Internet connection? Never forget these helpful tips

Internet connectivity problems turned out to be one of the most common complaints from users around the world. Only in Spain, approximately 93% of Internet users reported problems with access to the network.

To prevent or deal with these counterproductive situations, it is always advisable to apply a series of basic and functional tips.

Remembering the importance of the Internet today

The Internet connection in its wide forms of access represents an advantage not only technological, but also efficient in communication. It allows you to be aware of everything that happens around the world no matter where you are.

Likewise, it grants access to a huge amount of information, both free and private, focused on different topics of interest. It is the daily window to the visualization of series, movies and a variety of multimedia content in premiere.

Ultimately, his presence has completely changed humanity. Unfortunately, many people throughout the year and at the beginning of 2022, continue to experience failures or small imbalances in their connection.

Approximately 61% of these individuals do not know the origin of them and do not have the adequate knowledge to solve their condition.

A look at the most useful tips that are at your fingertips!

These tips are based on highly certified procedures that have been used to improve connection quality.

The typical turn off and on

Many memes and jokes are running around the internet regarding this method. The truth is that it has a certain degree of efficiency, as well as a useful action mechanism to solve connectivity problems.

When connection failures are related to the service provider or a technical issue, going to this step solves the case. It is also possible to disconnect the power supply to the router for a few minutes. If the faults persist, they are probably related to a higher technical detail.

Get a good router position

Sometimes the problem is simpler than it appears to be and only requires better positioning of the router. In some areas or areas of the home, it is common that the signal or bandwidth is not enough to cover the entire diameter of the home.

Given this, finding a central position that can be profitable will reduce the fact of a bad connection. Otherwise, the purchase and / or acquisition of Wi-Fi amplifiers is another alternative that symbolizes a good investment.

Determine if the fault is with the router or connected devices

The connectivity failure does not necessarily occur at the router or signal providers. To determine if the fault is intrinsic or extrinsic, it can be checked with a smartphone and a computer with a Wi-Fi card.

In the case that one of them is offline while the other picks up the signal correctly, then it is an extrinsic factor. In that sense, the only thing that needs to be done is to restart the affected device.

Within the adverse scenario, the problem can be considered as intrinsic. Restarting or disconnecting the router may or may not be the solution. A technical review is recommended to help clear the picture.

A more advanced method: network diagnostics

Network diagnostics is an option equipped in most computer operating systems. Windows and macOS are the most common of a variety of them, performing as follows:

· In Windows you can find the icon that corresponds to the Internet and / or Wi-Fi connection. By right-clicking on it, the option by name "Troubleshoot" is selected.

· For macOS it is required to close each one of the applications that are in power of use. Then, holding down the option key for a few seconds, the menu essential for executing the wireless diagnosis will open.

The objective of this modality is to track possible failures in the software or hardware in the computer. In the same way, it locates the processing errors in the Internet signal, promoting an optimal output to them.

In real time, the user will receive an announcement that encompasses absolutely everything that is happening in relation to the connection.

The magic of the Ethernet cable

Before the emergence of the Wi-Fi connection, Internet access was supported by an Ethernet cable coming from a conventional router. Through it, users could only cover 1 to 6 computers in the home.

Today, it is still essential for the service to function perfectly. If Wi-Fi is not active, but the cable being connected provides connectivity, it is probably a signal card failure.

Failing that, and for practical purposes, you can try to restart the router that provides the Wi-Fi signal. If you continue to have the same problem, it is best to seek help from experts in the field.

The cache cannot go unnoticed

The cache records all the sites that have been visited with a certain periodicity throughout the use of the Internet. In this way, it guarantees an improvement and optimization of the times corresponding to the DNS protocol (Domain Name System, in Spanish).

However, when it is not emptied regularly, both privacy and browsing speed are at risk. It is best not to let it accumulate to the extreme to avoid inconvenience.

Last but not least: router compatibility

The capacity and / or compatibility of the router with certain devices, in extreme occasions, is the trigger for a bad connection. When many devices occupy the same bandwidth, the browsing speed probably tends to decrease or "fall" completely.

When it comes to compatibility, some people tend to handle devices with outdated operating systems. Up-to-date software ensures compatibility with all existing routers.