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    hekifson Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    May 1, 2009, 03:21 PM
    New computer, internet VERY slow
    My brother just got a new PC, to replace his very old laptop. Right when he got it, the whole house's internet went very low, it took me about 10 minutes just to register + start this topic. We have 4 laptops and 3 computers connected(usually was 5 laptops 2 computers), and now it's just horrible.

    I'm a gamer, and I can't play any online games, I usually get around 400-1000 ping / latency when playing.

    What can I do to fix this? It seems when he turns his computer off the internet is fine.

    Thanks
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    May 1, 2009, 03:54 PM

    Is your wirless secured.
    [unsecured can mean others near you are using your signal]

    How many people in house use the wirless at once?
    [this could cause the drain if all are in use]

    Any mobile phones or other wireless items in the house?
    [this could interfere with the wireless network]

    Have you called your internet provider?
    [they could be experiencing server lag due to high volume or it can be technical]

    Check your internet speed here : Speakeasy - Speed Test
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