Could you share more about what you're going through? I'm here to help.
Could you share more about what you're going through? I'm here to help.
I’m currently staying at my uncle’s place, using WiFi on my gaming PC which is quite frustrating. The internet speed works well, but latency spikes when the signal weakens make online gaming difficult. I own this WiFi adapter here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F42...UTF8&psc=1 – it’s decent as an accessory, though the connection can still drop occasionally. What options do you have? I can’t rely on Ethernet because my uncle dislikes cables. I’m looking for a solution that offers the stability of a wired connection.
You're asking about your Wi-Fi setup. It might help to know if you're using your own router or just relying on the ISP's, and whether you're close enough to the device or facing obstacles like walls that could affect the signal.
You're left with just two choices: upgrade your router or add another access point/range extender. The latter works best when your home is from the 1980s or newer and the distance between the power outlets is minimal.
I recommend reviewing your Wi-Fi settings. I experienced significant issues because my router was set to both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz with auto switching enabled. My computer would connect to 5 GHz briefly before dropping the connection when transferring to 2.4 GHz. Try turning off 5 GHz in the router and observe if the stability improves.
However, you can ignore the 5GHz network and just link to the 2.4 without turning anything off
5GHz tends to offer better latency compared to 2.4GHz because it experiences less interference. Pushing 2.4GHz might simply result in a consistently poor connection instead of occasional improvements. Without additional steps like connecting to another WiFi access point, there isn't a strong choice unless you extend the cable to enhance signal quality.