Clearly, a bunch of Lifehacker readers have issues getting wireless networking to work—whether you’re trying to connect from a long distance away, you’re getting crappy speeds on your devices, or ...

The remarkable success of the IEEE 802.11 wireless-LAN standard /, aided by the equally notable progress of the trade association founded to exploit it, the Wi-Fi Alliance, has resulted in the broad ...

If your Wi-Fi performance is poor despite a strong signal, or you can't achieve the download speeds your ISP promises, you should consider changing your Wi-Fi channel. You can do this yourself by ...

Multi-channel is the norm for Wi-Fi today, but it’s not always the best choice. Single-channel and hybrid APs offer compelling alternatives when reliable Wi-Fi is a must. I’ve worked with a number of ...

Upgrading to Wi-Fi 7 can help crowded homes, but it won't fix a slow ISP plan. Here's how to judge a potential upgrade in 2026 with your setup in mind.

One of the most famous Wi-Fi fixes ever is “just change your Wi-Fi channel.” I’ve been guilty of giving this advice on a few occasions. I really don’t blame anyone who follows this fix because it’s ...

A plan by a satellite carrier to make better use of its spectrum could open up an extra channel for Wi-Fi in the U.S., though how and when consumers would get to use it isn’t yet clear. The proposal ...

How to diagnose and fix Wi-Fi network problems using a Windows 10 PC Your email has been sent Having trouble with Wi-Fi at your home office? Here's how you can solve common problems like crowded ...

Globalstar’s plan to open a new Wi-Fi channel under its control is nearing the moment of truth after years of regulatory wrangling. The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is considering Globalstar ...

Is there any industry standard, de facto or otherwise, on how APs behave when channel selection is left at "auto"? How often is the AP supposed to re-analyze the wifi space to determine the optimal ...