03/30/2021 12:16 PM
Clarín.com
Technology
Updated 03/30/2021 12:16 PM
A good WiFi connection in homes became an essential requirement in times of pandemic.
The rise of telecommuting, distance education, and the use of digital content platforms as a vital part of entertainment have made the internet a staple commodity.
Wi-Fi is the preferred connection method for users, as evidenced by the fact that
50% of the world's internet traffic occurs via Wi-Fi
.
The first step to have a good connection is that the internet connection that the user hires is also a good one.
The minimum to hold several phones and a computer is 15 MB.
To take advantage
of streaming content in ultra high definition (UHDV), play online and download large files
, it is recommended to opt for a speed of 50MB.
Experts recommend checking if there is coverage at home to install fiber optics, since this technology is generally much faster than ADSL.
The number of megabytes determines the strength of the connection.
In addition, fiber optics often offer
symmetrical speeds - an upload speed equivalent to a download speed
- which is also "a huge advantage" over ADSL.
In this context, the experts from the Devolo company, who designed a system that uses the electrical network to transmit the signal, offer a series of tips to get the most out of it.
The first measure, before taking any action, is to
consult the technical service to ensure that there is no problem on the line
.
The router key
The router is the linchpin of any connection.
For many users, the problem is often the scope of the 'router'.
This is easily detected if the WiFi is too slow or the signal is constantly losing or very weak.
When this happens it is important to check where this device is located since it is
often far away in a corner, behind a piece of furniture or object
or even in the basement.
To avoid these problems, the ideal is to
place it in a central space of the house and in a low position so
that the signal is distributed to all corners of the house.
It is also important to avoid
being blocked by other objects in front of or around him
.
In case the 'router' has antennas,
these can be oriented at different angles to improve reception
.
Experts explain that if the router is old, it is best to replace it, taking into account the following criteria:
The new model should support
the WiFi 5 standard (WiFi ac), although there is also the 6, which is faster than the previous version
(WiFi 4, WiFi n).
Another element to consider is the band: it
is better to go for 5 GHz, since 2.4 GHz is overloaded
in many urban areas.
However, it must also be taken into account if the devices that are used in the house -such as the smartphone, notebook or tablet-
are compatible with the WiFi 5 standard,
since otherwise they will not work with these receivers.
Save obstacles
The devolo adapters transmit the Internet signal through the electrical current (Powerline technology) of every home.
With a devolo starter kit, the signal can be amplified to all environments
In many homes there are obstacles such as walls, ceilings or separations between different rooms
that make it difficult to connect between the 'router' and the WiFi receivers
.
The problem with these obstacles is that
the signal slows down and the connection is slower and of poorer quality, even being completely lost
.
To solve this in short distances it is best to use a WiFi repeater.
However,
in the case of large homes or greater distances, it is not appropriate to use repeaters
, having other solutions that are more efficient, such as Powerline adapters.
The key to these devices is that they use
the house's own electrical circuit as if it were an extensive data cable
.
In this way, obstacles such as
walls and ceilings disappear.
"In addition, its installation is very simple
, just plug in the adapter, wait and go", detail the experts.
To find the perfect adapter, there are different options depending on the size of the home that will give the perfect solution, suitable for the space.
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