Ways To Solve Slow Internet Problems

Your computer software, your internet service provider or perhaps even viruses can cause slow internet problems, but there are ways that you can fix this and improve your download speed.

In order to fix the slow internet problems that you have, you should address each possible problem one at a time. By doing this, you will be able to narrow down the potential steps you will need to take in order to improve your connection speed. Having excess or unwanted computer software can slow your internet down as well as any viruses or spyware you may have unintentionally picked up.
Your Internet Service Provider

• Before you start, you should check with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) what the internet speed should actually be. There are numerous free programmes on the internet that will show the speed at which you are receiving information. If you are not getting the internet at the speed quoted by your ISP, you will need to address this issue directly with them.

Your Computer Software

• You may be unaware that there is computer software you have running that slows down your internet connection. A common one is anti-virus software that is constantly set to download any updates. You can change the settings for this type of software so that it only checks for and downloads updates once a day. This should help with your slow internet problems.
• The amount of programmes and software you also have running on your computer will effect your internet speed. Check your computer settings to see if you can uninstall any software you have no need for.

Computer Viruses and Spyware

• You may have spyware running on your computer that you are unaware of. Spyware keeps track of your internet use and also your keystrokes. This can cause internet delays. Check  your computer settings to see if you have a spyware programme running. Computer viruses can cause quite serious internet problems especially with email programmes. Make sure that you have a good anti-virus software running at all times.

Your Internet Connection

• The type of internet connection you are using can greatly effect the speed of your internet. If you are connecting to the internet using a modem as opposed to a broadband connection then it is likely that you suffer slow internet problems. For even quicker connection you may wish to upgrade your cables to a Fiber Optic Service. This uses an optical network cable instead of copper wires.