Router/Modem Complete novice request.

[admin_exported]

Hello Everyone,

I have a simple question, but as a beginner, don't know the answer.

I have a BT phone line, with a Sky broadband connection and a little Sky modem they sent me.

I have gone wireless, but the computer seems less responsive and well, slow. At times very slow.

If I buy a new router, will this in itself make for a faster experience, or do routers have nothing to do with this.

If a new router is the answer, do I still need the Sky modem, or can I throw it away.

Any views for this basic of questions, gratefully received.

James.

P.S. There is nothing wrong with my laptop, it is a Toshiba, a couple of years old and fully functional.

 

[MajorFubar]

It's possible that your wireless router is transmitting on the same frequency and channel as too many others in your direct neighbourhood. This can usually be changed in the setup screens. I have no direct experience of Sky BB or its modems/routers, so I can't specificaly help you.

 

[davejberry]

Did you enable the wifi security, your neighbours could be making full use of your connection if you didn't. This could easily be resonsible for a slow connection if they are downloading big files at your expense!