It has been awhile since I have quoted anything from Bob Rankin’s Internet Tourbus. but this looks like an article could all use. That is how to boost the wi-fi signal from your router.
Bob gives 10 ways to increase the signal with most of them costing little or nothing.
#1: If you’re looking for optimal wireless coverage in various parts of your home, position the router in the middle of the house. …
#2: Remember, wifi is a radio signal, so the signals from microwave ovens, cordless phones and even your neighbor’s wireless router may interfere. …
#3: Extend the Antenna – Get a decent booster antenna to add to your current router to help the signal extend out further. …
#4): Repeaters – Take in the wireless signal, boost it up to full strength, and spits it back out again….
#5): Gettin’ Geeky – Some DIY geeks have come up with interesting ways to extend or boost your Wi Fi signal. …
#6): Upgrade Your Router – If you’ve owned the same router for several years, it might be good to go pick up a new one …
#7): Upgrade Your Software…
#8): Tweak Your Settings…
#9) Is Your Wireless Router Secured? – Make sure your neighbor isn’t hogging all the juice from YOUR wireless router. …
#10) Find Alternative Firmware – While your router’s original software (aka firmware) should be all you need, some routers do not output the signal at the maximum possible strength. …
Read the full article here.
