Internet connections get slow because of some common causes which may be caused because of the broadband router configuration errors, wireless interface or some other technical issue in the home network. Comparoid reviewed bring you some tips to diagnose and also fix slow internet connections and some basic ways of troubleshooting the internet connection.

  1. Check your broadband router settings

The broadband router is the centrepiece of the internet network which can be solely responsible for the slow network internet connections. It is possible that it has not been configured properly. The MTU settings of the router may lead to speed issues if it is set too high or too low. It is very important to ensure that all the settings done by the manufacturers and internet service provider are consistent. Changes that you make on the router configuration should be recorded carefully so that you can undo them if required.

  1. Avoid wireless signal interference

The Wi-Fi performance may be slow because of signal interference. This requires the computers to send messages to overcome the signal issues.  A neighbor WiFi signal or a household appliance may cause an interference.You need to reposition the router if the internet connection goes slowly because of signal interference.

  1. Beware of internet worms

A software program that spreads from device to device through a computer network is called an internet worm. This worm generates network traffic without your knowledge and causes the internet connection to run slow. The anti-virus program of your computer should be kept up to date to catch and remove these worms from your device.

  1. Stop network applications running in the background

Some applications installed on a computer quietly consume network resources. These applications are installed to do useful work rather than harm the data and device like worms do. Games and programs with videos utilize a lot of internets and make your connection appear slow. At times we tend to forget that these applications are running. Always check for any program running on the computer in the background to troubleshoot a slow working network.

  1. Isolate and repair faulty network equipment

If there is any malfunction in the router, modem or cables the internet network is not supported properly to work at its full speed. This technical faults negatively affect the performance of the connection to increase the potential speed of the network. The faulty equipment needs to be corrected temporarily rearranged and reconfigured.

  1. Try a new DSN server

When you type an IP address into the browser the computer uses the DSN to look up and translate the name into the computer-friendly IP address. Check your guide to find the fastest the DSN server for more information which will help you browse at the fastest speed. This needs to be done very carefully to avoid excess download allowances but an effective way to troubleshoot your speed.

  1. Turn off bandwidth-hogging plugins and apps

If you feel that your hardware is working properly, you need to find out if other programs are hogging the connection. For example, if you download a file with BitTorrent your web browsing speed will become slower. Installation of extensions like Adblock Plus or flashblock will help to block some bandwidth hogging ads, animations and videos that make your connection slow.

  1. Fix your Wi-Fi signal

When you are using a Wi-Fi connection the router and internet may be fine but your wireless signals can become weak causing a slowdown. Your router needs to be repositioned to eat or boosted in such a situation.

  1. Troubleshoot your hardware

The modem and the router should be given a quick reset to troubleshoot the internet speed. This is the most basic tip used by most of the internet users. If the internet speed is slow on your computer the problem can be on the computer machine and not the router or the modem. You need to get fixed with this hardware problem to speed up your internet connection. Once the router or the modem is replaced or fixed you can browse at a good speed once again.

  1. Work smart

If you want to get your work done in a slow connection as you are unable to figure out the exact problem with the internet speed you will have to prioritise your tasks differently. The task should be separated into the band-width heavy and the band-width light ones. The light ones should be done when the connection is slow. The heavy months should be accumulated together to be done when the network runs fast tax need to be planned much before then time to get the best off the bad. You can also work outside the browser when possible. For example, when you are doing some writing work it can be done on the text editor instead of the browser. When your internet signals are slow to work smartly to handle the situation.

A few easy tips are given to you above in order to troubleshoot your internet connection and make your browsing enjoyable.