WiFi "Signal Strength" High but Internet is Slow

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You have full bars of WiFi, but websites load very slowly or not at all.

Symptoms
  • Full bars
  • Slow speed
  • Buffering
Possible Causes
  • Network congestion
  • DNS issues
  • ISP throttling

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Run a Speed Test

Check if the speed is slow on all devices or just one.

2

Change DNS Settings

Try using Google DNS (8.8.8.8) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1).

3

Check for Background Downloads

Ensure no other device is hogging the bandwidth.

When to See a Technician

Signal strength only shows the connection to the router, not the speed of the internet itself.

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