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N E M O N T
TODAY
MAN Y FACTORS
CAN A F F ECT YOUR
I NT ERNE T SPE ED
If you’ve tested your Internet speed at
www.speedtest.netor a similar site and it’s
not what you expected, your first thought
might be to contact your Internet Service
Provider. Keep in mind, however, that a
number of things could be decreasing
your Internet speed.They include:
Multiple Devices Connected Simultaneously
Does your household have multiple laptops, tablets, game consoles, and smartphones?
This can reduce the overall Internet speed each device receives, since when multiple
devices are connected simultaneously to the same network, they must share the avail-
able bandwidth.
Bandwidth-Demanding Applications
Applications such as streaming movies and TV shows, playing online games, and video
conferencing will consume more bandwidth than things like checking email, so they can
reduce your overall Internet speed.
Poor Computer Performance
The culprit for disappointing speeds could be your computer — such as an old and unsta-
ble operating system or insufficient memory. In addition, if your computer is infected with
adware or spyware, you may experience diminished computer performance and a stream
of pop-up ads. This will likely cause everything on your computer to work more slowly.
InsufficientWireless Router
Wireless router specification is an important factor in your home’s Internet performance.
If an older router that does not support high speed is used, Internet speed will be cor-
respondingly reduced. For example, if you are signed up for 40 Mbps service and your
outdated wireless router only supports up to 10 Mbps, your Internet speed will only reach
up to about 10 Mbps. Buying a new 801.11ac router is one of the best ways to make sure
your network is as fast and reliable as possible.
Interference in Your Home Network
Other wireless devices—such as older cordless phones, baby monitors, some security
cameras, and microwaves—can cause interference in your home, weakening your wire-
less router’s signal and affecting your Internet speed.
Nemont can answer questions about home networks and help you get the
Internet speed you need. Call us at 800-636-6680 to learn more.
7 HOMEWORK TIPS FOR
THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR
Here’s a refresher course in homework
basics to share with the young students
in your family:
1.
Use a quiet room with an uncluttered
desk and a supportive desk chair.
2.
Sit up straight in the chair to get
your blood flowing evenly and help
prevent drowsiness.
3.
Start by writing a to-do list of your
homework, ordering your tasks from
hardest to easiest.
4.
Do the hardest tasks first.
5.
Stay off Facebook, Twitter, or
anything else that will distract you.
6.
Speak aloud as you do your
homework. This works to maintain
focus and reinforce concepts. It can
be especially helpful when doing
math problems.
7.
When you can’t seem to finish an
assignment no matter what you try,
stop and switch to another task for
awhile. This can help clear your head.
After you’re feeling more positive,
take a fresh look at that challenging
assignment.
Good luck to all students, parents,
and teachers during this upcoming
school year!
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