How to fix nighttime Internet slowness?

Is your Internet connection so slow that you believe a dial-up connection would be faster? You're not alone. We receive several inquiries from residents wondering how to increase their internet speed. The good thing is that there are actions you can do.

Slow nighttime Internet 

Everyone is at home, someone is watching Fetch or Netflix, someone is doing homework on their computer (or pretending to do so), someone is reading their phone's email, and then someone clicks on a social media video, at which point everyone pauses. The Internet ceases. You all receive the Internet Doomsday Wheel.

While it's not as horrible as having to yell at someone to get off the phone so you can use the Internet or to get off the Internet so you can make a phone call, it is equally irritating.

Even some agencies have issued a report on the widespread issue of slow Internet speeds at night. Although it's reassuring to know that the watchdog is on the case, many of us cannot wait until the providers do the right thing.

Internet load at night

Unlike the central business district, the majority of suburbs are not equipped for high-speed or even HFC (cable) Internet connections. Thus, the Internet struggles when everyone returns home to watch television, play video games, or even catch up on work.

Although Fiber to the Premise (FTTP) may have helped in certain ways, changes to the Internet rollout structure mean that homeowners are trapped with the type of Internet that is coming to their homes.

If you discover that your Internet slows down at night, we will discuss ways to improve it, but there is one thing you may do if you are looking for a new home. Verify the available connection type.

Next, you can examine the Internet congestion map to determine the load in your area or the location to which you are considering relocating. To view the information, you will need to enter your POI.

Internet speed at night

It's not surprising that people feel that "turning up the tap" and purchasing a speed pack is the greatest method to remedy a slow internet connection at night when demand is strong, not just in your home but also in other locations. While this may increase the Internet's speed, the majority of Internet providers "throttle" or slow the Internet during peak hours.

This indicates that you are unlikely to receive the value for your money. There is an alternative route.

WiFi after dark

With all the smart devices in our houses, phones, refrigerators, televisions, gaming consoles, and computers, it's no wonder that our Internet is so slow. WiFi systems are configured to support a maximum number of devices; each device that brings you closer (or over your limit) lowers your internet connection.

The good news is that hardwired Internet connections provide a permanent solution to the WiFi issue causing slow Internet at night.

Televisions, gaming consoles, refrigerators, and desktop computers will all benefit from hardwired Internet connections. Not only will it accelerate these devices' Internet connectivity, but it will also lower the burden on your WiFi at night. This is known as the win-win situation.