HOW TO SPEED UP WI-FI USING MESH TECHNIQUE

It is a common assumption that Wi-Fi speeds are faster than wired networks. However, in the real world, the truth is the opposite. Wired networks are faster than Wi-Fi. Though faster Wi-Fi data speeds may not be much of a concern to normal consumers, however to businesses and gamers, it is as good as a lifeline.

So, how can they speed up Wi-Fi speeds? Well, the answer is a simple technique. Let us find out. 

Wi-Fi mesh bridges wired networks

As the name suggests, Wi-Fi mesh is a technique to combine all wired connections and thus increase the Wi-Fi speed. The notable benefit of Wi-Fi mesh over other techniques is that one can also combine the  internet speed of a dongle or USB the internet device, apart from traditional wired networks.

For enabling Wi-Fi mesh, there are two requirements, mentioned as follows:

1. Hardware: You will need to use or purchase a router that accepts multiple wired cables. Alternatively, you can also invest in a Wi-Fi IOT Module to get the same functionality. Some additional hardware may be required at the end of computer or networking device.
2. Software: For configuring multiple wired connections, one may need to install some dedicated software or use the pre-provided one, in the operating system. For every operating system, there are respective versions of the software. So, before proceeding, confirm the installer you are downloading.

Enabling the feature

•  Firstly, all the wired connections are to be attached to the router or the Wi-Fi IOT Module.
• Then, the configuration is to be done on the software side. One need not configure each and every wired connection, but just a single wireless connection. Settings can be done by going to the access point of the router.
•  After all this, the personal system configures the software or firewall of the operating system to allow the incoming connection, with more than one IP Address.

Set the frequency to 5GHz

For Wi-Fi mesh to work effectively, choose the band 5GHz instead of 2.4GHz, being it less congested. Also, make sure the correct Dbi module is installed on the router.