💡 How to Boost Wi-Fi Signal and Make Your PC Internet Faster – 15 Easy Fixes

Is your internet slow on your computer even though your router is working? Or maybe your Wi-Fi signal keeps dropping in some rooms?

Don’t worry. You don’t have to be a tech expert to fix this. Here are 15 easy and free ways to speed up your internet and improve Wi-Fi signal on your PC.

✅ 1. Restart Your Router and PC

Just like humans, machines need rest. Restarting helps clear minor glitches and gives a fresh connection.

✅ 2. Place Your Router in a Central Location

Walls, ceilings, and furniture can block Wi-Fi signals.
Fix:
Put your router in the middle of the house, not hidden behind walls or under furniture.

✅ 3. Keep Your PC Close to the Router

Wi-Fi signals get weaker the farther you go.
If you’re far from the router, your PC will struggle to get a strong connection.

✅ 4. Use 5GHz Wi-Fi Instead of 2.4GHz

If your router supports it, 5GHz is faster (but works best when close).
How:

• Go to Wi-Fi settings and choose the network with 5G or 5GHz in its name.

✅ 5. Remove Unused Devices

The more devices connected to Wi-Fi, the slower it becomes.
Fix:
Disconnect phones, TVs, or tablets not in use.

✅ 6. Use an Ethernet Cable

For the fastest and most stable internet, plug your PC directly into the router using a LAN cable.

✅ 7. Update Wi-Fi Drivers

Old drivers can cause internet issues.
Fix:

• On Windows: Press Win + X → Device Manager → Network Adapters → Right-click Wi-Fi → Update Driver

✅ 8. Turn Off Background Apps

Some apps (like Steam, OneDrive, or browsers) use the internet silently.
Fix:

• Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc)

• End apps that are using too much network or CPU

✅ 9. Turn Off Windows Updates (Temporarily)

Windows may be downloading updates in the background.
Fix:
Pause updates from Settings > Update & Security > Pause Updates for 7 Days

✅ 10. Scan for Malware

Viruses and malware can eat your internet speed.
Use Windows Defender or free antivirus tools like Malwarebytes to clean your PC.

✅ 11. Change DNS for Faster Browsing

Switching to a faster DNS server can improve speed.
How:

• Go to Control Panel > Network & Sharing > Change Adapter Settings

• Right-click Wi-Fi → Properties → Select IPv4 → Use these DNS:

  • Preferred: 1.1.1.1

  • Alternate: 8.8.8.8

✅ 12. Get a Wi-Fi Range Extender (If Needed)

If your router is far and signal is weak, a Wi-Fi extender can help spread the signal to dead zones.

✅ 13. Disable VPN or Proxy

If you use VPNs or proxy tools, they may slow things down.
Turn them off temporarily and see if speed improves.

✅ 14. Limit Bandwidth-Hungry Apps

If you're downloading torrents or large files, pause them while browsing or video calling.

✅ 15. Upgrade Your Router (Last Option)

If you’ve tried everything and your router is old (5+ years), upgrading it to a newer model might be the solution.

Boosting your Wi-Fi signal and PC internet doesn’t require spending money right away. Just:

• Place the router right

• Keep your PC clean and updated

• Use better settings

• And remove apps/devices that hog the bandwidth