Will an ethernet cable fix internet issues?

[Varpin]

Hello!

 

My firends wierless internet cuts in and out about every 1-2 hours for about 5 seconds. What would be the reason for this? He has restarted hes modem and it didn't help. Would an ethernet cable fix this problem if he connects it to hes modem and hes pc?

 

Thanks!  

[ELSknutson]

not unless the one he is using is damaged

[Varpin]

@ELSknutson So is it worth to buy the ethernet cable or not?

[ELSknutson]

Just now, Varpin said:

@ELSknutson So is it worth to buy the ethernet cable or not?

is it damaged if so yes

[Varpin]

@ELSknutson Okay, thank you

[Mikensan]

Does he torrent? You can have multiple connections per torrent which if enough can overwhelm a cheap modem/router. First step is if the modem is rented, have the ISP replace it. It is free and they usually have no issue doing so.

[Vali]

It the problem is the wifi itself (wifi card, interferences, etc), yes.

If the problem is in the connection, the PC or the router, no.