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How to Actually Speed Up Your Wi-Fi: A No-Nonsense Guide for Home Users

Most people just restart their router and hope for the best. But there are five specific things — most taking under two minutes each — that consistently double real-world speeds in home networks. We tested them so you don't have to.

By Marcus Webb · June 12, 2025 · 8 min read · Networking
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