How to Remove Noise From My Wireless Internet

Wireless "noise" is anything that could potentially interfere with your wireless signal, degrading the quality of your network and interfering with your computing. Removing noise from your wireless network can be accomplished by performing a bit of networking "feng shui"--reconfiguring your home to maximize your wireless signal. This can generally be done in an hour or two.

Things You'll Need

• Non-2.4ghz phones and other devices

Instructions

1. Reposition your wireless router to a location more central in your home. For example, keep the router in a centered room on the ground floor of your house, which will allow the signal to permeate your home more completely.

2. Remove any 2.4ghz wireless devices, such as phones, from your home and replace them with 900mhz or 5.8ghz devices.

3. Ensure that you are using equipment that all comes from a single manufacturer, such as Netgear, Linksys or D-link. This can help to make your wireless signal more compatible with your household computers.

4. Change the channel from which your wireless router is broadcasting. This can often be accomplished via a button on the side of your router, but consult your operating manual for the proper method for your network device.

References

• Microsoft: Improve Wireless Network