How can I make my AT&T internet faster?
If your AT&T internet has become slow, or if it is simply taking longer than it used to, here are some things you might try to get it to go faster. Boosting the internet connection you get from your internet service provider can go a long way towards improving your experience while browsing the web, streaming videos and audio content, playing online games, and the like. Here are some tips for how to get faster speeds from AT&T internet.
1. Check your internet speed.
Type www.speedtest.net to check the download and upload speeds that you are experiencing from your AT&T connection. This will help you establish your starting point from which you will gauge your improvement after applying some of the other tips you will learn here. If the speed test result is much lower than the spoken speed which should be provided by your AT&T plan, that means there is space for progression.
2. They include rebooting your modem and router.
Resetting your modem and router may entail turning off the device, unplugging them, waiting for half a minute then plugging them back on again and this will fix any minor issues that may have been causing the slow internet. Surprisingly, this simple restart can fix internet speed problems most of the time, you just need a quick reboot. When turning off and on the devices make sure that you first power off your modem and then the router.
3. Relocate your router.
The place where your router is located in your home can influence Wi-Fi speed and internet performance in general. Ideally, the placement should be in the middle of your house if possible and not within closed walls or within proximity to other electronic devices that may pose a threat to the Signals. It is also recommended that your router should be placed on a higher shelf preferably in an open space to ensure that Wi-Fi range and speeds improve.
4. Update router firmware.
Make sure that your router hardware has the most up-to-date version of the firmware from the actual manufacturer and upgrade it if it has not. This should ensure that the router and modem have the best working relationship through Wi-Fi connectivity. For firmware updates, try looking at the support section of your router manufacturer for procedures to locate firmware updates in case they exist. With the router firmware up to date, you are assured of the latest fixes and improvements on your device.
5. Check your cable connections.
Unwelded cables used to connect the devices to the router and modem will affect the performance of the internet. Make sure that the cables are securely and tightly connected at the two ends without a trace of any damaged cables. If you smell something wrong with your coaxial cable line anywhere, it is advisable to have the AT&T service technicians check and overhaul the cable components to ensure that there are no flaws that are causing the speeds to drop.
6. Limit bandwidth-hogging activities.
If the speed of the Internet is low sometimes and you have several devices connected to the Internet streaming high-quality video or downloading files simultaneously, reduce the usage of multiple high-bandwidth activities at once. More effective prioritization of the bandwidth could also ease pressure on your network and avoid speeds dropping because of attempting too many data-intensive tasks simultaneously.
7. Examine AT&T data caps.
While some AT&T internet plans offer unmetered access, some of them continue to feature data caps that define the amount of bandwidth that is allowed during a given month before the speeds are reduced or extra charges are made. Should such caps be breached habitually, then it can lead to lower speeds of operation. Switching to an unlimited data tier could also be beneficial if getting a little boost in speed is valuable consistently.
8. Upgrade internet packages.
If none of the above works, one may need to switch your AT&T internet package to a higher tier from the fiber or a different technology that offers better internet speeds in your location. If you are on a low-tier legacy DSL plan that you have been using for quite some time, then transitioning to fiber, fixed wireless and other options offered by AT&T should provide significantly faster speeds at the cost of much higher monthly charges. However, gigabit fiber plans provide much higher speed than legacy packages, especially compared to gigabit fiber.
9. Add Whole Home Wi-Fi.
For further Wi-Fi coverage beyond only the router place, AT&T provides Whole Home Wi-Fi mesh networking that delivers uninterrupted and unbroken comprehensive signal strength throughout your house. It begins at $10/month for adding multiple entry points connected to the main portal, which helps to eliminate weak signals and increase the speed in all the areas of your home through Wi-Fi.
10. Connectivity issues.
Last but not least, convert your desktop computer, or wherever possible, to a directly wired LAN connection rather than Wi-Fi. Connecting your device directly to the ethernet ports in your router provides you with the quickest & most reliable connection for low latency internet speed over the LAN and is not affected by wireless network interference or bad signal to some Internet Wireless users on the same connection. This works well particularly for devices that do not move like gaming desktops that are permanently fixed in one location.
The more of these steps and best practices are followed, the closer the aggregate improves, to reach the best and fastest internet possible from your AT&T service. However, nagging or problems may still require the personnel to call AT&T technical support to identify any existing problems that may require addressing. However, proactively seeking changes and improvements on the router in areas that are faster and easier will often contribute a great deal towards a better browsing experience. Check your speeds often and use this information to continually monitor performance while using fixes for your internet connection to sustain improved speeds in the long term.
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