{"id":2318,"date":"2017-11-09T07:15:56","date_gmt":"2017-11-09T12:15:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stratospherenetworks.com\/blog\/?p=2318"},"modified":"2021-10-25T10:17:06","modified_gmt":"2021-10-25T15:17:06","slug":"5-common-internet-issues-fix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stratospherenetworks.com\/blog\/5-common-internet-issues-fix\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Common Internet Issues and How to Fix Them"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Internet<\/a>Editor’s note: This blog entry was updated on October 25, 2021.
\n<\/em>
\nThe Internet is a unique framework we use in our daily lives. Both our professional and personal lives are tied to its functionality. As a result, when this functionality is disrupted, a lot of setbacks can occur. It also doesn\u2019t help that potential Internet issues are as numerous as they are confusing, especially to those who aren\u2019t IT experts<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Fortunately, Internet connectivity<\/a> issues are generally common and have simple solutions. We\u2019ve got a few here to help you troubleshoot and hopefully resolve any errors you encounter.<\/p>\n

1. Slow connections.<\/strong> Everything seems to be working, then suddenly Web pages start to take longer to load. Pictures don\u2019t process as fast and streaming material becomes next to impossible. What happened?<\/p>\n

Slow connections are common and, unless you have software that measures your current speed, you might not know what\u2019s going on. But if you\u2019re experiencing a slowdown, chances data is just being used up by another person or process. In other cases, if you\u2019re using wireless, you might be too far from the router.<\/p>\n

Take the time to check for active downloads, and make sure that if others are using the network they\u2019re only using a bare bones process.<\/p>\n

2. Excessive pop-ups. <\/strong>While they\u2019re not directly related to connectivity, pop-ups are bothersome in their own right. No one likes visiting a Web page only to be bombarded with random ads for things they don\u2019t care about. Additionally, these nasty ads can slap adware on your system along with trackers, draining performance and spying on your activity.<\/p>\n

A good way to circumvent this is utilizing browser extensions like NoScript or AdBlock.<\/p>\n

3. No Internet. <\/strong>You\u2019re connected via cable or WiFi, and yet you can\u2019t seem to get Internet service.<\/p>\n

This issue occurs frequently for a range of reasons. One of the fixes is to just unplug the router, wait 15 seconds, and plug it back into the wall. Sometimes a total reset will resolve everything.<\/p>\n

In other cases, the Internet goes down because of a service outage, in which case you\u2019ll have to wait for your ISP to address the issue.<\/p>\n

4. Everything is sluggish. <\/strong>The slowness no longer pertains to just your Internet; now the whole PC is having issues. In this instance, it\u2019s likely you have malware, and you need to address that immediately. Trustworthy programs and managed security services and solutions<\/a> can help work against malware, and keep both your Internet and PC running smoothly.<\/p>\n

5. DNS resolution errors. <\/strong>A device needs an IP address<\/a> to connect to the Web, which is usually \u201cleased\u201d by a modem\/router. However, if you have a new modem, you might notice a DNS<\/a> error when trying to load pages. This is most likely because of a faulty IP, and you\u2019ll need to configure a new one.<\/p>\n

In Internet settings from your control panel, you can select the IPv4 connection and check\/uncheck auto or manual IP resolution.<\/p>\n

6. Wireless access points (WAPs) that aren\u2019t compatible with Wi-Fi 6. <\/strong>The next generation of Wi-Fi technology can deliver greater speed, increased network capacity, and more throughout, among other benefits. However, you can\u2019t benefit from Wi-Fi 6<\/a> without compatible WAPs and data switching infrastructure. Upgrade your equipment to ensure it\u2019s compatible with the latest standard.<\/p>\n

7. Infrastructure that doesn\u2019t support high-speed internet. <\/strong>Greater bandwidth has become a necessity in today\u2019s increasingly digital world as businesses leverage the cloud<\/a> and wireless devices. Upgrade your IT infrastructure to multi-gigabit technology<\/a> to achieve better end-to-end throughput and accommodate equipment (e.g., Wi-Fi 6 access points and Internet of Things devices) that needs speeds over 1Gbps.<\/p>\n

Internet<\/a> problems are never fun, but the bright side is that most of us have experienced them at some point, so there are plenty of readily available solutions.<\/p>\n

For more information, feel free to reach out to our team by <\/span>calling 877-599-3999 or emailing\u00a0<\/span><\/span>sales@stratospherenetworks.com<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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