How to boost Wi-Fi signal when working at home during Covid-19 lockdown
Long-forgotten landlines have been resurrected as people rediscover the value of a voice call to family and friends during the pandemic
25 March 2020 - 16:24
London — People should avoid using the microwave at the same time as they are making video calls, watching HD videos or doing something important online because the ovens can slow Wi-Fi signals, Britain's media regulator Ofcom said on Wednesday.
The tip was included in advice on improving broadband performance during the coronavirus pandemic, as demand on networks has increased as millions of people work and learn from home...
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