{"id":89412,"date":"2025-08-24T11:37:08","date_gmt":"2025-08-24T11:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/89412\/"},"modified":"2025-08-24T11:37:08","modified_gmt":"2025-08-24T11:37:08","slug":"hidden-computer-setting-can-improve-your-wifi-connection-in-seconds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/89412\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;Hidden&#8217; computer setting can improve your WiFi connection in seconds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If your computer keeps disconnecting from the WiFi or if your connection feels slow, there is a simple way to fix it &#8211; and it doesn&#8217;t involve rebooting your WiFi router<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/0_Using-blank-white-screen-laptop.jpg\" alt=\"Young man using laptop with blank white screen\" loading=\"eager\"  \/>Slow internet can be incredibly frustrating(Image: Getty Images)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Computers serve numerous purposes, but most of us rely on them to access the Internet for different activities, such as web surfing, online shopping, or gaming. But what should you do when <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themirror.com\/news\/us-news\/wi-fi-users-urged-move-1322148\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">your internet connection seems slow<\/a>, or if your device continuously loses its WiFi connection unexpectedly?<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">WiFi problems are widespread, but according to one PC expert, there is a straightforward method to enhance the connection between your device and your <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themirror.com\/tech\/tech-news\/how-improve-your-wi-fi-1161239\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">WiFi<\/a>. What&#8217;s better, you don&#8217;t need to spend time <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themirror.com\/tech\/tech-news\/move-your-wi-fi-router-1313954\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">restarting your WiFi router to make it function<\/a>, as all you have to do is modify one thing in your PC&#8217;s configuration.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">In a clip posted on TikTok by RTC Tutorials, there is a basic command you can input on your keyboard that will allow you to alter something in your configuration<a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themirror.com\/tech\/wifi-speed-internet-broadband-hack-1086329\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"> to maintain your WiFi connection<\/a>. The method will only function on a Windows PC and not on a Mac or a device running another operating system, such as Linux.<\/p>\n<p>READ MORE: <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themirror.com\/tech\/tech-news\/move-your-wi-fi-router-1329591\" data-tmdatatrack=\"read-more\" data-tmdatatrack-articleid=\"1329591\" data-tmdatatrack-source=\"editorial\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Move your Wi-Fi router away from one household item to instantly boost speeds<\/a>READ MORE: <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themirror.com\/news\/us-news\/social-media-points-out-glaring-1344287\" data-tmdatatrack=\"read-more\" data-tmdatatrack-articleid=\"1344287\" data-tmdatatrack-source=\"editorial\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Social media points out glaring gaffe in Trump&#8217;s plan to paint border wall black to stop climbers<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">All you need to do is press the Windows key and the X key on your keyboard. This should display a menu of choices, and you should select the one labeled &#8220;Device Manager&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The management interface should display all the parts of your PC, including your hard drives, any screens you have connected, and your keyboards and mouse, reports <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mirror.co.uk\/tech\/hidden-computer-setting-could-improve-35769999\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">the Mirror<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">One area should be marked &#8220;Network adapters&#8221;, and this is the one that you need to open so you can view the choices beneath it. You should be able to see a list of adapters, one of which will be your WiFi.<\/p>\n<p>Follow the Mirror US News page on Facebook<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/0_mirror-logo-1.png\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">All the latest news, showbiz, lifestyle and sports updates, brought to you by our dedicated American team.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \"><a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/MirrorUSNews\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Follow the Mirror US News page on Facebook<\/a> to make sure you&#8217;re not missing out.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Right-click on the appropriate adapter, then choose &#8220;properties&#8221; from the menu that pops up. A fresh window will open, and you&#8217;ll need to navigate to the &#8220;power management&#8221; tab located at the top.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">This page should display several checkboxes you can select. If the setting that says &#8220;Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power&#8221; is checked, uncheck it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">This will prevent your computer from cutting off your <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themirror.com\/tech\/tech-news\/five-simple-tricks-make-sure-1275857\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">WiFi router connection<\/a> and should enhance your overall connectivity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">After completing this, click &#8220;OK&#8221; and shut down all open applications.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Click <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/news.google.com\/publications\/CAAqBwgKMNaI0wswpaTqAw?ceid=GB%3Aen&amp;oc=3\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a> to follow the Mirror US on Google News to stay up to date with all the latest news, sport and entertainment stories.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Users responding to the post expressed gratitude to the tech expert for the advice, as they had been experiencing WiFi troubles too. Others, though, recommended people utilize a wired Ethernet connection when feasible, since this typically offers greater stability.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">One individual commented: &#8220;Very grateful to you thank you for sharing and posting.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Another replied: &#8220;Ethernet does exist. I don&#8217;t know if there&#8217;s any extra steps to set it up, but from what I know it&#8217;s just better.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Ways to boost your Internet speedRestart your router and modem<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Unplug both devices for 30 seconds, then plug them back in. This can clear temporary issues and refresh your connection.<\/p>\n<p>Check your internet speed<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Use a speed-checking website to see if you&#8217;re getting the speeds you\u2019re paying for. If not, contact your provider.<\/p>\n<p>Limit connected devices<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Too many devices using the internet at once can slow things down. Disconnect devices you&#8217;re not using.<\/p>\n<p>Close unused apps and tabs<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Background apps and open browser tabs can use up bandwidth. Close anything you don&#8217;t need.<\/p>\n<p>Move closer to your router<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Walls and distance can weaken Wi-Fi signals. Try to work closer to your router for a stronger connection.<\/p>\n<p>Use a wired connection<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Ethernet cables provide a more stable and faster connection than Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n<p>Sign up to our FREE newsletter and get the top stories to your inbox<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">DAILY NEWSLETTER: <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themirror.com\/newsletter-preference-centre\/?view=Solus&amp;mailingListId=ab05ec34-5eed-44b8-861e-5fa7078535c3&amp;utm_source=solusarticle\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sign up here<\/a> to get the latest news and updates from the Mirror US straight to your inbox with our FREE newsletter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If your computer keeps disconnecting from the WiFi or if your connection feels slow, there is a simple&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":89413,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[1638,4604,86,56,54,55],"class_list":{"0":"post-89412","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-internet","8":"tag-internet","9":"tag-life-hacks","10":"tag-technology","11":"tag-uk","12":"tag-united-kingdom","13":"tag-unitedkingdom"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/89412","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=89412"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/89412\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/89413"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=89412"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=89412"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=89412"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}