So when it comes to computers and tech, network stuff such as server components and internet are not my strong point, so please correct me if im wrong in what i am saying
So me and my parents want better wifi, we currently have a BThub5 and we live in the UK, speeds are quite good (on average according to speedtest.net we hit 24Mbps (3MBps)) but our problem lies withing range
I know i need a range extender but i want to know if it's necessary let me explain.
On my PC i have a wireless card with 2 antennas sticking out below my IO sheild. The speeds are sooo much better reaching sometimes 6MBs a second however this only occurs when im home alone. My parents however stream a lot of netflix both downstairs and up in their bedroom once this happens speeds decrease to the average i spoke about above, not a problem. However where our router is sat (in the living room) they constantly complain in slow internet and even slower upstairs which has left me with 2 questions
1. Do i need a wifi extender since i know what the speeds could be, and if i do need one is it only BT extenders i can get or can i get something like a NETGEAR extender?
2. Or is it the hub not outputting enough for the amount of devices we need (ie should i upgrade it)
Any help is needed thanks