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  • 23jh35
    Rookie
    • Jul 2010
    • 2

    #1

    Recently got a faster ISP, but still getting similar speeds?

    My internet connection used to max out at around 10 mb/s, but I recently switched to a new ISP that ups it to around 30 mb/s. When I connect my laptop to the ethernet cable directly, I always get around 30 mb/s. However, when I go wireless I only get close to 5 mb/s

    As ya'll can tell I'm obviously a newb when it comes to optimizing internet speed on a laptop. Can someone help a brother out? lol
  • DickDalewood
    All Star
    • Aug 2010
    • 6263

    #2
    Re: Recently got a faster ISP, but still getting similar speeds?

    I don't have a TON of knowledge on this, but I can tell you that, while most internet providers will charge you extra for for a faster connection, they DON'T give you the necessary router to transmit those speeds wirelessly.

    Assuming you don't already have one, I'd say you need to go and purchase yourself a Wireless N router. That will allow you to connect wirelessly at the at, or very close to, the speeds you are at while connecting via an ethernet cable.

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