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Therefore, you should consider attaching an Ethernet cable to your device as this can significantly increase your bandwidth. Don’t forget to run a test afterward to see if there’s any improvement.</span></li> </ul> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">Try different browsers</span></li> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">The browser you use can also affect the quality of your web access. Chrome and Firefox are the browsers that are most recommended to use due to their reliability. Thus, do not forget to download new browser updates when they become available.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">If you keep your browser up to date but the problem remains, you can even try to switch it for another one to see if this makes a difference.</span></li> </ul> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">Turn off background apps</span></li> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">The apps you leave running in the background can slow down your system or even consume some extra bandwidth.</span></li> </ul> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">Turn off the Camera, if in a Synchronous (web conferencing) Session</span></li> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">Using a camera during synchronous sessions can use up bandwidth. Turning the camera off can make your connection stronger.</span></li> </ul> </ul> <div> <h2 style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 15.6933px;"><span style="line-height: 19.9733px;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">How to Improve Your Router’s Bandwidth</span></span></h2> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">Change the location of your router or device</span> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">Shortening the distance between your router and your devices increases your internet speed and strength as the wireless signal has to travel less distance</span></li> </ul> </li> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">Reboot your router</span> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">Routers can get overworked and start to slow down, shutting it off for 10-20 minutes and allowing the router to cool down and clear its information can allow the router to run smoother and give a better connection</span></li> </ul> </li> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">Update your router’s software & check the settings</span> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">Each router has its own software that you have to regularly update.   </span></li> </ul> </li> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">Get a high-end router</span> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">Getting a high-end dual-bandwidth router instead of an old-school one might be a good idea if you stay in a location with too many routers and your WiFi channel gets overcrowded.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: Arial;">A dual bandwidth router broadcasts on two frequencies – 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, letting you use each frequency separately or both simultaneously.  By switching to one of these frequencies, you can avoid signal jamming and as a result, increase your bandwidth.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> </div> </div><div class="kb-page-see-also"><h3>See Also</h3><ul><li><a href="page.php?id=101957">Zoom</a></li></ul></div></div></div></div><br style="clear:both;"><hr class="kbhr1"><div class="doc-info"><div class="doc-attr keywords"><div class="doc-attr-name">Keywords:</div><div class="doc-attr-value"><span id="kb-page-keywords">connect, online, internet, wireless, better, faster, slow, delay, hybrid, flexible, blackboard collaborate, teams, zoom, video, wifi, hyflex</span>  <span id="suggestk-button"><button class="feedback-btn-link" onclick="suggestK(104819,'Tips+to+Increase+Internet+Connection+Strength','connect%2C+online%2C+internet%2C+wireless%2C+better%2C+faster%2C+slow%2C+delay%2C+hybrid%2C+flexible%2C+blackboard+collaborate%2C+teams%2C+zoom%2C+video%2C+wifi%2C+hyflex');">Suggest keywords</button></span><div id="suggestk" aria-expanded="false" style="clear:both; float:left; width:50%;"></div><div id="ks-thank-you" role="status" aria-live="polite" aria-hidden="true" tabindex="-1" style="display:none;">We appreciate your suggestion. 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