WHERE you place your Wi-Fi router is very important and the wrong position can give you slow speeds.
It’s tempting to hide your router from view but this isn’t always a good idea.
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Experts have advised against putting your router inside a cabinet.
AT&T even highlighted this on its website.
It explained: “Anything that gets between your devices and your router can potentially cause issues for the signal, so you’ll want to place it somewhere with as few obstacles as possible.
“For example, you should avoid placing your router in a cabinet or another enclosed space.
“Also, try to keep your router away from heat sources, excessive dust, extreme cold and large metal objects.”
Blocking your Wi-Fi router with a cabinet will slow signal speeds but it’s also bad for the device itself.
Leaving the gadget in an enclosed space could lead it to overheat.
Overheating can also slow down the Wi-Fi speed.
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Generally, you should keep it in an open area that’s raised off the ground.
The router will be as central in your home as possible.
Always make sure your router is plugged into the master socket rather than an extension cable so it works faster.
If your device is struggling to serve your home, you may want to invest in a wireless repeater that can extend the signal to hard-to-reach areas.
However, be careful which repeater you purchase.
The wrong brand can make your Wi-Fi speed even worse.
