It's best not to put these 3 things next to the router, as it will slow down the internet speed
In today's increasingly digital world, wireless networks have become an indispensable part of our lives. However, have you ever been in a situation where you have purchased a high-speed broadband service, but the internet speed at home is sometimes fast and slow, or even becomes extremely slow at some point? Recently, in a conversation with a broadband installer, I learned about some of the factors that affect the speed of the network, especially the items placed next to the router. Today, let's explore these three things that are best not to put next to the router and how they affect our internet speed.
1. Electrical items: electromagnetic interference from microwave ovens, televisions, etc
You may not think that the microwave oven, induction cooker, TV and other electrical equipment in your home will interfere with the signal transmission of your router. This is because these appliances generate electromagnetic waves when they work, and these electromagnetic waves can conflict with the router's wireless signal, causing signal transmission to be blocked, which can affect the network speed. In particular, microwave ovens have a particularly obvious interference with wireless signals due to the high frequency of electromagnetic waves generated when they are working. Therefore, it is recommended to keep the router away from these electrical devices to ensure the stable transmission of network signals.
2. Glass products: the "invisible killer" of signal propagation
Glass products, such as glass vases and glasses, can be beautiful and functional, but they can become "invisible killers" that affect network speed. This is because the density of glass products is large and has good compactness, which will have a certain hindrance effect on the wireless signal. In particular, when the communication between the router and the computer and other equipment is blocked by glass, the signal attenuation will be more obvious. Therefore, it is recommended to place the router in an open, unobstructed location to avoid interference from glass products on the network signal.
3. Metal products: the "shield" of the signal
Metal products, such as iron products, titanium products, etc., will have a significant shielding effect on wireless signals due to their conductivity and other properties. It's like receiving a signal in a train tunnel, which can become very weak or even unreceivable due to the shielding of the metal. Therefore, placing the router near metal objects can cause signal transmission to be blocked, which in turn can affect network speed. It is recommended to place the router away from metal products to ensure stable signal transmission.
In addition to the three items mentioned above, there are some other factors that can also affect the network speed, such as the router's thermal issues, poor antenna installation, etc. Therefore, when we use the router, in addition to paying attention to avoiding the interference of the above items, we should also regularly check the heat dissipation of the router and ensure that the antenna is firmly installed to ensure the stable transmission of network signals.
In conclusion, the speed of a wireless network is affected by a variety of factors, among which the placement of items next to the router is a factor that should not be overlooked. By understanding and avoiding these factors that affect network speed, we can make the wireless network in our home more stable and fast. At the same time, it also reminds us that when we enjoy the convenience brought by technology, we should pay more attention to the use of technology products and skills, so that technology can better serve our lives.