Alternative option for cable.
Alternative option for cable.
A solid wireless router and a PCIE Wi-Fi card would work well. I experience around 160mbps for internal transfers between my desktop and router, especially through many walls and over 30 feet. When my laptop is placed near the router, speeds rise to 600-700mbps.
WiFi offers connectivity, yet most setups require running cables to reach access points. Powerline can be a viable alternative, often more cost-effective, though its success depends on wiring quality, distance, and interference. If choosing powerline, ensure the devices support 1Gbps Ethernet ports. Many claims about 500Mbps bandwidth are misleading; stick to 100Mbps ports for reliable performance.
Contact your internet provider, express your frustration, and request a service change. If that doesn’t work or aligns with your needs, consider switching to a reliable wifi router, a wifi card, or a Dongle. This is what happens in my area. Powerline connections or a solid wifi signal are your best bets.
It's rare to encounter 200mbit usage on a single connection. You'll typically see much lower speeds from online services unless you're paying in dollars. Most home wireless setups usually reach around 200mbit within a typical living space.
Many places don’t support running Ethernet in walls. You might not want ISPs like Comcast to install coaxial cables from outside. When we got internet, they installed it outside using cable and drilled from the exterior. I often see this around these areas—houses have coax strung along the sides, which looks poor. Plus, doing it inside a wall usually costs you a lot of money upfront.
I handle this every day. Customers are tearing everything apart and sealing it. When they can't get the speed they expect, they seem like the world is ending. Suggest they buy their own router or equipment—the stuff we offer isn’t the best. Why would I waste money? Our gear costs $20–50 on eBay right now. How can it compete with a $200+ model and more built-in features? I can keep going if you like.