During the festive season, ensuring a strong Wi-Fi connection for your guests is crucial. Your Christmas tree, adorned with decorations and lights, can actually interfere with your internet speed. Positioning your tree near your Wi-Fi router can disrupt the signal, especially if there are flashing lights on the tree.
According to Thomas Joseph, a Connectivity Expert at Sky, older twinkling fairy lights can also affect your Wi-Fi signal. Placing your router in an obstructed location can further weaken the signal. Additionally, other household items like baby monitors, cordless phones, and microwave ovens can impact Wi-Fi performance.
Virgin Media advises keeping your router away from obstructions like large electrical devices and bodies of water. They recommend resetting your router before guests arrive to optimize speeds. Rebooting your router monthly is also advised to ensure security updates are in place.
Remember, a strategic placement of your Wi-Fi hub and avoiding signal interference can help maintain a seamless online experience for everyone during the holiday gatherings.