Top choice for a Comcast modem is the best extender available in your area.
Top choice for a Comcast modem is the best extender available in your area.
Hey! It sounds like the connection is weak in her room. They might need a different modem or router, but sticking with the same Comcast setup could limit performance. Another router option exists, though it may affect speeds. Extensions available beyond the standard Comcast model can work with their modem and often improve signal quality.
Opt for an Ethernet connection instead. A Wi-Fi booster isn't equivalent; it merely repeats a weak signal. Unless the extender sits precisely midpoint between the devices, its effectiveness will be minimal. Extenders from ISPs are controlled by the provider's equipment and offer little extra value. You can build your own mesh network by linking a new access point to an existing one, then operating it independently. Alternatively, if the signal remains weak, consider relocating the modem to the center of the house. It might be simpler to run a shorter coax cable than a longer Ethernet line. The other choice is to avoid using the PC in that room. If the structure is solid—like concrete or brick—Wi-Fi won't work well. In wood constructions, drywall is less dense than wood, so adjusting the setup by moving the computer can sometimes help.
Based on the gateway they use, they could also offer unlimited data. Comcast provides an option where paying $25 per month for their XFi gateway includes unlimited data. Extenders generally reduce speed, which is what they do—they trade off performance for range. Even with extenders, you won’t achieve much distance. As noted earlier, running a cable would be ideal. Or if the coaxial cable is placed in the room where signals are needed, check MOCA; it’s better than wireless but still superior to Wi-Fi.