I’ve noticed my home internet becomes noticeably slower most evenings, especially when everyone is streaming, gaming, or using video calls. Could the issue be Wi-Fi congestion, router placement, or simply too many connected devices?
I had something similar at home and initially blamed the provider. Turned out my router was sitting behind the TV cabinet, surrounded by electronics. Moving it into a more open, central spot made a surprising difference. I’d also check whether the slowdown happens on wired devices or only over Wi-Fi.
I went through this last year and spent ages restarting everything before realizing the router placement was part of the problem. Once I moved it higher and closer to the centre of the house, the bedroom connection improved noticeably. I also discovered my old laptop was much slower than newer devices. If you’re comparing options or trying to sort things out, I’ve even bookmarked the Telstra phone number for reference.
