Need assistance? Fiber connection but your friend experiences high latency?
Need assistance? Fiber connection but your friend experiences high latency?
My brother and I share the same fiber internet service. I ran a speed test for fun and noticed his ping was only 6 ms on Speedtest via Wi-Fi. Mine is around 12 or 13 on Wi-Fi, dropping to 8 or 9 when connected wired. Both are on the gigabit plan. I’m about 350 feet away from the road, while he’s nearer to the distribution box. No complaints—just wondering why this difference exists. TIA
It's mainly the length of the connection that affects ping changes. Factors like cable condition, interference, and the devices you're using also play a role. This is especially true for Wi-Fi networks.
Networking quality depends on numerous elements... describing each connection in detail would require a long time. Every part of the path could pose issues at some stage. Even if everything were perfect, the ISP would still matter (they might detect an odd link and make changes, leading to different outcomes).
Latency depends mainly on physical distance and processing time of data across networks. Wi-Fi adds complexity with interference that can force retransmissions, raising latency. Signal strength and obstacles affect how quickly data moves, not just speed. Bandwidth increases by sending more information at once, not by speeding up individual signals. The delay for each data packet stays consistent; only the volume rises. To minimize ping, choose a wired connection or a router optimized for fast processing. For gaming, pick a server near you and ensure it's under less load. When comparing results with others, use the same server and conditions to get accurate comparisons.