Some objects can interfere with the router signal and hinder internet use.
We are always connected to our cell phones or laptops, whether we are working or having fun watching videos, checking social media, listening to music, exchanging messages with someone, sending an email, and much more. And for these various activities, we need to have a good Wi-Fi network, which allows us to use our devices in the best way possible and without interruptions.
However, even with a good internet connection, sometimes some issues can get in the way of its use and give us a bit of a headache. Who hasn't been watching a movie and had it stop at the best part because the connection dropped, right? That's why it's also important to always be aware of how you're using your router, because often, some factors can be getting in the way of its use and you might not even realize it.
Find out now what are the main factors that can interfere with your router's signal and see some tips to improve its operation, so that your Wi-Fi signal works perfectly.
Router
To maintain a good connection In your home or office, it is ideal to follow some tips for installing the router, such as leaving it in the right place, positioning the antennas well, according to the environment and also using some features of the router itself to further improve the connection speed and network quality.
However, even following these measures, in some cases the connection is still below expectations, and one of the main reasons for this problem is the presence of some objects that can interfere with the network signal.
Objects that can disrupt the connection
Mirror
Some metal surfaces may reflect the Wi-Fi signal, and since most mirrors have a metal coating on the back, this causes the object to interfere with the propagation of the internet signal. Therefore, if you have a mirror in front of your router at home, change one of the two positions so that the signal does not bounce back because of the mirror. This will greatly improve your Wi-Fi signal.
Aquarium
Another object that can get in the way your internet is the aquarium, since water is also a barrier to the Wi-Fi signal. If you have an aquarium at home, it is important to keep it away from your router, so that the water does not hinder the network signal.
Microwave
Did you know that microwaves can also interfere with your router's signal? These devices operate on the 2.4 GHz frequency, which is the same frequency that most routers operate on. This can also happen with other wireless devices, such as speakers, phones, baby monitors, cameras, and others. To avoid connection problems, it's best to buy a dual-band router and set it to operate on the 5 GHz band.
Screens
Some types of screens, especially LCDs, can emit a type of electrical current that joins the main current, causing some distortions in the waveform. This interference can be greater when there is an external monitor connected to a laptop. To solve this problem, simply change the frequency band, as in the item above.
Cables
The cables used in satellite dishes can also cause signal interference if they are damaged or unprotected. In these cases, it is best to replace the antenna wiring.
Walls
Yes! Walls can block the Wi-Fi signal. A brick wall has an average absorption rate, while plaster and concrete walls form more difficult barriers for the signal to pass through. Therefore, it is important to be careful about where you place your router if the space has a lot of walls.
