Slow internet is still a big problem in Brazil, unfortunately we have an outdated infrastructure, which limits access to high-speed connections, which is common in more developed countries. However, there are countless causes that can make your connection slow. In many cases, the problem may be in the network itself, in the equipment or in the way the Internet is used. See what can be done to find out where the problem is and alternatives to improve the performance of your Internet connection:
1. Test your connection and check the speed (and your plan)
Often, your internet is slow because the plan you signed up for is low speed. Therefore, the first point to check is the contracted plan and the incoming and outgoing Internet connection, which can be, for example, 5MB download and 1MB upload. After checking your plan, it's time to test whether your provider is providing the connection speed in accordance with the contract, for this you can use speed testers, a good option is Speedtest .
If the provider is not providing the contracted speed, you must contact them and demand compliance with the contract. Now, if the contracted speed is in agreement and the connection speed is good, the problem could be with your network, computers or misuse of the Internet.
2. Check the equipment and computers on your network
Any equipment on your network can compromise Internet performance, start by checking the modem and router, restart them and see if that helps, for a more detailed analysis a specialized computer professional is needed. Check if all computers on your network have a slow connection. If the problem is only on one computer, it could be a problem with the browser, a poorly configured antivirus or a slow operating system. If the problem is on the entire network, it is possible that some equipment is infected with a virus that compromises network traffic, or even that your Internet is being misused, this slowness can happen if someone is downloading heavy files, accessing videos , radios and other sites that consume high connection resources.
3. Check your Wi-Fi signal
If network equipment is using Wi-Fi, the weak signal can cause slow internet. In this case, you may need to tweak and improve your router with some tricks (for example, finding the best place for it, which has the strongest signal). Tools such as Wi-Fi Stumbler and Wi-Fi Analyzer can also help you find the best available channel, as it is common for there to be numerous Wi-Fi signals available in the same location, which can interfere with your network, compromising signal quality. Because wireless routers can operate on a number of different channels, you should choose one with as little interference as possible.
4. Identify what is compromising your connection speed
If network equipment, computers and systems are in good working order, see if there are other programs compromising your connection. For example, if someone is downloading files, browsing will be slower, video and radio sites also consume a lot of connection resources, and excessive browsing by some users can also reduce the speed of your network. In this case, it is important to guide users to use the Internet consciously. Another option is to implement some access control, preventing these users from accessing websites that reduce the speed of their connection.
5. Implement rules or an access control service
In most companies, slowness on the Internet is caused by misuse by users when accessing video sites, radio, file downloads, social networks, personal email, entertainment sites, games, etc. All of these accesses consume Internet speed and can compromise performance and priority systems for team and company activities.
This problem can be solved with Internet access control, where it is possible to block videos, social networks, download sites and all resources that users should not access, prioritizing the use of the Internet for company-related activities. Lumiun is an excellent option for access control, implementation is quick and simple and management is easy for anyone.
6. Change providers or upgrade your Internet plan
If all these actions still haven't resolved your problem, you may need to improve your Internet plan, after all, if, for example, you have contracted a 2MB speed Internet plan, which is used by 50 users, your Internet will certainly be slow. . Contact your provider and find out about the available plans, often increasing speed requires little investment and can generate good improvements in your connection. Also consider looking for alternatives from other providers, it is possible to find better solutions at more affordable prices, don't forget to value good service and quality of support in services.
7. Be smart, organize your activities
If it was not possible to solve the slowness problems and you do not have plans and resources available to improve speed, all that remains is to organize the team's activities and tasks, adapting them according to schedules and demands in connection use. Separate tasks into heavy ones (requiring quick connection) and light ones. Do the simpler ones when you have a slow connection, and group the heavy ones to do them when you have faster access. Likewise, when possible, do not use the browser; if you are writing, for example, do so in your favorite text editor rather than using a browser.
If you plan your work in advance, you can make the best of a bad situation. You can test the times when the Internet speed is best, it is common for the connection to be reduced in the early morning and afternoon, when most users are accessing and downloading their emails.
As we can see, there are several alternatives to improve your Internet speed, many of which can be simple to implement. The important thing is not to accept a slow Internet, which can compromise your team's performance and generate great losses, often with simple actions and low investment, it is possible to achieve great results.
So, how do you face this problem of slow Internet connection, share your experience with us in the comments!
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