To increase internet speed effectively, several practical steps can be followed:

• Place the router in an optimal spot, central in the home and elevated, away from walls and electronic devices that cause interference.
• Use the 5 GHz frequency band instead of 2.4 GHz if the router supports dual-band, as 5 GHz offers faster speeds with less interference.
• Reduce interference from devices like microwaves, Bluetooth, and baby monitors.
• Adjust router antennas for better signal distribution.
• Limit the number of connected devices and prioritize bandwidth usage through Quality of Service (QoS) settings.
• Secure the Wi-Fi with a strong password to prevent unauthorized access.
• Use Ethernet cables for wired connections where possible, as they provide faster and more stable speeds than Wi-Fi.
• Employ range extenders or powerline adapters to improve coverage in large homes.
• Change the Wi-Fi channel to less crowded ones to avoid interference.

Additionally, for mobile internet on phones, changing DNS settings to reliable public DNS like 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4 can help speed up the connection. Restarting devices after such changes can also improve speeds. These strategies collectively optimize and increase internet speed both in home Wi- Fi environments and on individual devices.