Computer Tricks and Secrets

Short answer: most "slow internet" is actually slow Wi-Fi, not your connection, so the biggest wins come from better router placement, cutting interference, using a wired connection where it matters, and changing your DNS. No magic app makes your plan faster, but these fixes recover the speed you are already paying for. Here they are, cheapest first. 1. First, test your actual speed Run a speed test (like Speedtest ) both over Wi-Fi and plugged in with an Ethernet cable. If wired is much faster, your problem is Wi-Fi, not your internet plan, which changes everything you should fix. 2. Fix your Wi-Fi placement and interference Put the router central and elevated , not in a corner, cupboard or on the floor. Keep it away from microwaves, cordless phones and thick walls. Use the 5 GHz band for nearby devices (faster) and 2.4 GHz for range. Too far away? A mesh system or extender fills dead zones. 3. Use a wired connection where it counts For a desktop, TV, or gam...