Why Is My Wi-Fi Slow? 7 Easy Fixes Anyone Can Do

This solves almost 40% of Wi-Fi issues.

How to do it:

1. Unplug your modem
    
2. Unplug your router
    
3. Wait 30 seconds
    
4. Plug the modem back in
    
5. Plug the router back in
    

This clears memory and refreshes the connection.

Wi-Fi performance depends heavily on placement.

Place your router:

• In the center of your home or office
   
• High off the floor
   
• Out in the open
   
• Away from walls or metal
   

Avoid placing it near:

• Microwaves
   
• Bluetooth speakers
   
• Baby monitors
   
• Thick concrete walls
   

Homes now have 20–40+ connected devices, which drains bandwidth.

Symptoms of too many devices:

• Slowdowns at night
   
• Buffering during streaming
   
• Lag during Zoom meetings
   

Disconnect unused devices or upgrade your router for better performance.

Most modern routers broadcast two networks:

• 2.4GHz → slower but longer range
   
• 5GHz → faster but shorter range
   

Use 5GHz for:

• Laptops
   
• Smart TVs
   
• Gaming
   
• Video calls
   

Use 2.4GHz for older devices or long distances.

Routers need updates like any other device.

Firmware updates improve:
✔ Speed
✔ Security
✔ Stability

Log into your router’s admin panel and check for updates.

Sometimes the problem isn't Wi-Fi — it's the internet package.

Recommended speeds:

• Single users: 100–300 Mbps
   
• Families: 300–500 Mbps
   
• Small businesses: 500–1,000 Mbps
   
• Creators/gamers: 1,000 Mbps+
   

If your plan is old, upgrading often solves everything instantly.

Phones, tablets, and laptops sometimes get stuck with network errors.
A quick reboot refreshes connections and speeds everything up.

If your Wi-Fi is still slow, GZM Enterprises offers:

• Wi-Fi optimization
   
• Router setup
   
• Home and office network upgrades
   
• Remote support
   
• Small business IT consulting
   

 You can schedule an appointment anytime through our IT Services Appointment page.

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