I've got a Wi-Fi repeater at home and I'm thinking about getting one for my PC. I'm curious if having multiple repeaters affects the internet speed for everyone else using the Wi-Fi in the house. Will it slow things down for them, or does it not really make a difference whether I use a repeater or just stick with the modem? I want to make sure I'm not causing problems for others' connections.
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Yes, using Wi-Fi repeaters can slow down your internet. The main issue is that a repeater usually halves the bandwidth because it has to communicate wirelessly with both your device and the primary router. So, while it may not drastically affect everyone's speed, it can have a noticeable impact, especially if there's interference. A better solution would be to use a wired connection for a new access point instead, as that way it can broadcast the same signal without losing speed.
Thanks for the clarification! Do you think getting a good Wi-Fi adapter would help to avoid connection issues?