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Slow and interrupting wifi connection to some routers

Hi,

I have had this now several times:

  1. connect to a Wi-Fi router
  2. be close to it and have a good signal
  3. have a terribly slow and unreliable internet connection
  4. connect to the same router using my phone and hot spotting my MacBook -> perfect speed and reliable connection.
  5. Other phone/laptop devices around me also have no issues with the router.


This does not apply to all Wi-Fi routers/connections, just some.


Any ideas?

Thanks!



MacBook Air

Posted on Oct 3, 2022 3:07 AM

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Oct 3, 2022 9:29 AM in response to dejan294

dejan294 wrote:

Thanks. Ideally, I am looking for solutions that are not on the router side, as I cannot change the settings of random routers in other people's homes and places of business.

Then the best I can offer.


Since the User ( you ) control the computer - keep it up to date at all times.


As you do not have Direct Control over Routers of Others - carry an Ethernet Cable with you when out and about.


It will avoid to Lack of Control over Other Persons / Company's Equipment and will give a more Reliable and Faster Speed too.

Slow and interrupting wifi connection to some routers

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