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The Agora => UK & World News => Going Geek info => Topic started by: Maik on Tuesday, 01 December, 2015 @ 11:45:05
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Ofcom launches Wi-Fi checker
People can check whether their in-home Wi-Fi is giving them the best service by using a simple, powerful app launched by Ofcom today.
The Ofcom Wi-Fi Checker, which runs on smartphones and tablets, allows consumers and businesses to discover the quality of their wireless internet signal wherever they live or work - as well as offering practical steps to help people get the best from their connection.
Wireless broadband may not be working as well as it could in nearly six million UK homes and offices, according to Ofcom research published today. This is often caused by the Wi-Fi set-up in the house slowing down broadband.
It could be down to something as simple as interference from other electronic devices, such as a microwave oven, baby monitor, a lamp - or even Christmas fairy lights.
If you have an Android smartphone or tablet, the app can be downloaded from the Google Play Store (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samknows.InHomeTest&hl=en_GB)
If you have an iOS device, such as an iPhone or iPad, the app can be downloaded from the Apple App Store (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ofcom-wi-fi-checker/id1041885941?mt=8)
http://consumers.ofcom.org.uk/news/ofcom-launches-wifi-checker/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gz-v-hIezXk
Christmas fairy lights can slow your broadband speed
Ofcom says wireless networks in millions of properties suffer 'interference' from electronics, including baby monitors - and even festive lights
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/12026269/Christmas-fairy-lights-can-slow-your-broadband-speed.html
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Thanks Maik - I'll try the app!
Tony