Wifi problems
Wifi problems
At my mom's house the Wi-Fi box is connected to my PC via an Ethernet cable. When I move to my dad's house, I bring the same exact Wi-Fi box from my mom and plug it into his PC with the same cable. The Wi-Fi works well there but is very poor at my mom's house. I don't understand why it behaves differently depending on where the device is connected.
It appears you're utilizing the device as a wireless bridge. It seems to function similarly to a USB Wi-Fi adapter, though it's connected via Ethernet. This setup isn't something I suggest people purchase, but if you already own it, it should work. Even though it connects to your computer through Ethernet, it remains a Wi-Fi connection and still faces typical Wi-Fi challenges.
Like any Wi-Fi problem, there are two sides to the connection. It could be that the router at your mother's house isn't performing well. To resolve this, you'll need the model numbers of both the router and your Wi-Fi box so you can check their supported standards. For instance, if your mother's router only supports 2.4GHz while yours also supports 5GHz, there are many other factors to consider such as the location of the main router and the radio channels it uses.
It's just one box, and every time I move houses I take it with me
It's always one box, and whenever I switch houses I bring it along
Tell us the brand and model number?
It looks cumbersome though.
All you need is a actually a wifi adapter if you can buy one for yourself.
Are you referring to your mom or dad's router? We're also inquiring about the brand and model of that "wifi box" you take with you when moving houses. There might be several factors affecting the signal or speed at your mom's place, such as location, room setup, visibility, distance, or background noise.
So you have your own internet connection paid for by Verizon? If the device is a Verizon 5G system, you're not using Wi-Fi—you're relying on mobile broadband instead. Even though both are radio signals, they work very differently. It's possible Verizon offers better cell tower coverage in certain areas. The last time I checked, Verizon's contract might not function properly if you move to a different house. They seem to require a much pricier plan that caters mainly to RV users.
It's likely the person using the service has their own router at home. They should review the Verizon coverage map and position the router near the window for optimal signal strength, as it functions similarly to a mobile phone with wireless AP and Ethernet connection. The coverage map details various services like 5G Home, Fios, 5G Ultra Wideband, and more. You can locate phone service and home internet options by entering an address. Visit www.verizon.com for assistance.