Many users want a decent reliable Internet connection. Owing to this, many dial up and broadband connection users have upgraded themselves to Wi-Fi Internet connection as it adds the convenience of mobility. You could play online games while comfortably sitting at your home terrace!

Once you become accustom to that level of convenience, there are a few frustrating and bizarre things that may spring up. Fortunately, a few wireless Internet problems are caused by situations that are relatively easy to fix while others may need technical expertise to resolve.

Some general Wi-Fi connectivity issues faced by many users are:

Frequent Disconnections or Loss of signals: While setting up your home network, ensure that you are not using long cables from your modems or to your router else, there will be loss of signals. Also, if you are away from the wireless access point antennae, your Wi-Fi signal will not catch up with strength. Hence, shorten your cables and buy better antennae for your routers if you want the signals to travel long distances.

Security: On a network level, features like Wi-Fi Protected Area (WPA) or 128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) can help secure your wireless environment. WEP was implemented in the earlier versions of wireless connectivity. Wi-Fi Protected Area or WPA is a technology that improves on the authentication and encryption features of WEP. Additionally, for better security on your home network, you can also:

• Frequently change the default password provided by the manufacturer on the access point or wireless router and avoid using the default SSID provided by the manufacture
• Develop an access control list by MAC addresses of all the network devices
• Turn off administrative access over wireless can also help prevent unnecessary invasion
• Place the access point or router at the center of your home
• Configure updated firewalls, anti-virus and anti-spyware programs that can help you protect your desktop from spam and viruses

Device compatibility: Ensure that your network devices are fully compatible with one another. At times, using devices from the same manufacturer does the trick. Also, if your operating system does not support the version or model of devices that you are using, install the updated drivers or upgrade your operating system to a version that supports such devices.

Lack of firmware updates: Updating your firmware can save you from many issues. A firmware is a small program that controls the electronic devices. Ensure that the equipments you are buying for your home network have firmware updates.

Improper placement: If you take a look around your house, or office wherever you have set up your Wi-Fi network; you will see a lot of objects that cause obstructions for the signals to catch such as concrete walls, microwave signals, radio, cordless phones etc. Try placing your wireless access point at the centre of your house or office away from obstructions like these.

Ask PC Experts recommends all its users to ensure that your connection is set up properly from the beginning. If you are planning to install your own wireless Internet hardware, be sure that the pieces of hardware will be compatible with the operating system. If you wish to set up a wireless home network, then here are a few tips that can ensure a smooth sailing:

Plan how your network will be set up such as where will your printer be kept, the computer arrangements, wireless access points, place for routers and so on

Keep your installation CDs ready

Check if you have all the current drivers needed by your operating system

Decide upon unique names for each node or computer in the network that is to be set up and think of your workgroup’s name.

Keep your network security enhanced through encryption or installation of security programs.

If you have been able to install your hardware correctly, and yet you are facing issues in getting connected to your wireless network, checking the cables can be helpful. If any of the cables are loose or disconnected, or if the power supply is not connected, your wireless Internet connection will be compromised or nonexistent.

Moreover, indicator lights will alert you to any problems with your connection, and lights that are flashing or off entirely are a sign that your connection needs to be checked. Turning off the router and waiting a few minutes before switching it back on can correct some wireless Internet connection problems.

To resolve your unbeatable Wi-Fi issues, do not hesitate to call the tech support team of Ask PC Experts. Their team can solve complex Wi-Fi connection issues through e-mail, phone, chat or online support.