How can I speed up my BT Home Hub?
Top tips
- Keep your hub on show – avoid hiding it in a cupboard or on the floor, where the wi-fi signal will be obstructed.
- Try and position your hub in the centre of your home – you’ll reduce the number of walls slowing down your signal, which means you can get better wi-fi in more places.
Why is my BT speed so slow?
Different things can cause a computer to slow down, which can give the impression that your broadband is slow. This includes: Running lots of programs at once, insufficient RAM, web browser add-ons and too many startup programs.
What speed should BT WIFI be?
With a BT fibre essential package, you can expect average download speeds of 36Mbps. With a Fibre 1 package, speeds increase to an average of 50Mbps, and with a Fibre 2 package, speeds can average 67Mbps.
Does BT guarantee minimum broadband speed?
BT is launching two new broadband packages with speeds of up to 152 Mbps and up to 314 Mbps, but the interesting bit is the minimum speed guarantee; 100 Mbps.
Why do I not get my full Internet speed?
Slow internet speeds can be caused by a number of things. Your router could be outdated or it could be too far away from your TV or computer, for example. Those fixes may be as easy as restarting your modem and router or upgrading to a mesh network. But another reason for your slow Wi-Fi could be bandwidth throttling.
What should I do if my broadband speed is slow?
Practical tips for improving your broadband speed
- 1) Carry out a speed test on your line.
- 2) Talk to your ISP.
- 3) Update your browser.
- 4) Some electrical devices can cause electrical interference to your router.
- 5) Consider upgrading your router to the latest model.
- 6) Password-protect your broadband.
How do I get rid of throttle speed?
How to stop ISP throttling
- Monitor your monthly data usage. Your ISP is not always at fault for internet speed throttling.
- Switch to a new internet provider. If you’re frustrated with your ISP, switch to another if you can.
- Use a VPN.
How can I tell if my WIFI is being throttled?
Signs of Internet Throttling
- Certain websites are blocked or are nonfunctional.
- Download speeds have slowed.
- Specific websites or services are slower than others.
- Videos are buffering or lagging.
- Your internet speeds are slower than usual.
- Your Wi-Fi connection is choppy or broken.