I just moved into a new place, and my room is located in the basement. I chose this spot because I often stay up late and don't want to disturb my family. Previously, we had a 50mb broadband plan, but we recently upgraded to 320mbps. However, my PC is currently only getting about 150mbps since I'm downstairs, far from the router. I tried using a TP-Link WiFi extender, but it didn't help much. I'm considering purchasing a 20-meter Ethernet cable, but I'm unsure if that will be effective, especially given the length. Any suggestions or tips on increasing my WiFi speed would be greatly appreciated!
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Absolutely, an Ethernet connection will outperform WiFi in terms of stability and speed, provided your Ethernet card is decent. The distance of the cable won't pose a problem for speeds up to 100 meters. Plus, being connected directly tends to give you the most reliable performance!
A 20-meter Ethernet cable should be totally fine; the length won’t be an issue up to 100m for proper Ethernet cables. It's a smart way to check if the problem is indeed your WiFi. If you're unsure, try temporarily moving your PC closer to the router with a shorter cable to test the speeds. If you get faster speeds that way, you'll know the WiFi is the culprit!
Ethernet cables can indeed be long, but if your card is up to date, you'll see a better performance. Just be sure to avoid damage to the cable as it can affect speeds. Basically, Ethernet is always a solid choice if you want fewer interruptions!
You should definitely notice an improvement with Ethernet! While it won't directly increase the maximum speed you're paying for, it will provide a more consistent and stable connection. WiFi can fluctuate significantly depending on distance and interference, whereas Ethernet connections are generally smooth. So even if the download speed remains the same, your experience will likely be much better.
Using an Ethernet cable is a good move! It’ll likely improve your performance, especially since you're experiencing distance issues with WiFi. An Ethernet connection is generally more stable than WiFi because it isn't affected by obstacles or interference. Just make sure the cable you get is rated for the speed you’re using, typically CAT 5e or better should work fine for your needs.
Thanks for the tip! I’ll give that a shot and see what speeds I get.