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    Problem with my internet connection

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by neilnpatel, Jun 11, 2006.

  1. neilnpatel

    neilnpatel Notebook Evangelist

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    hi, i have a 6.5 mb connection but i only get sppeds of like 200-400, i have used mnay differnet bacnwidth testes and they cum out even worse.

    Do u thinkit could be my router,also if it is getting really hot would that slow it down.
     
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    neilnpatel Notebook Evangelist

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    i am also using a free ethernet cable, not sur eif this would make a differnece
     
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    What router are you using? And who is your ISP? Chances are your ISP sucks and provides you with a 'up to' 6Mbps connection shared with god knows how many other people in your area.
     
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    btyahoo, router:btvoyager 2100, its menna be up to 8mb
     
    neilnpatel, Jun 11, 2006
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