How To Speed Up An Internet Connection
Slow internet connection can be very disappointing because it puts your computer at risk, wastes time and bars you from watching or accessing the content you want when you want it. However, you can fix the problem and speed up an internet connection by applying various strategies. These strategies can be easily and quickly implemented thus helping to speed up your internet speed
Speed up an Internet connection
Reboot your router and modem
These devices may be the cause of slow internet connection. You can reboot by simply clicking on the reset button. If you do not know where this button is, refer the instructions from your manufacturer or internet service provider (ISP) manual. If the problem persists after rebooting, your connection may be having a problem. Straighten any bent or twisted cables and try to reposition your modem or router. You may also upgrade your modem or router.
Optimize the browser you are using
Changing the browser you are using may also be an option to speed up an internet connection. You can switch to Firefox, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or Opera, depending on what you have. Remove or turn off unnecessary plugins, apps, extensions and add-ons because they usually reduce internet speed. Restart your browser after turning off the plugins, apps, extensions and add-ons. You can also close tabs that you are not using. Lastly, you can allow some caching and cookies to experience faster internet connection.
Optimize your ISP package
Start by conducting an online speed test so as to determine the speed that you are supposed to get from your ISP. If there is a big difference between what you are getting and supposed to get, try to connect another computer. If the problem persists, call your ISP because the problem is likely to be on their end.
Upgrade your internet package. The slow internet connection may also be because of the package you are using. Each internet package has a different speed. For improved internet connection, consider switching to a high-speed package.
Optimizing your computer
This can be achieved by closing unnecessary programs, scanning your computer for spyware and viruses, avoiding running into firewalls. Deleting some files or storing them on an external storage device so as to create free space on your computer can also optimize your computer. Perform disk defragmentation and turn your computer on and off every day. For those using Windows 10, you can have a look on my earlier comprehensive guide on how to improve windows 10 performance for better computing and Internet connection.…