Internet keeps dropping? Here's what you can do to fix it

The reliability of your internet connection determines your overall internet usage. For casual browsing, you may not have any trouble with losing internet connection every few minutes. But if you are working from home, and have to make or receive internet-based audio and video calls, a consistent connection makes all the difference.

What happens when your internet connection keeps dropping and reconnecting?

• Your internet-based calls can get disconnected. In the case of video conferences with multiple participants, it might be frustrating to keep joining the meeting every time the connection gets disconnected. This is also a huge wastage of time.
• While playing online games, with the internet cutting in and out, you might lose your online battles. This dampens the gameplay altogether.
• For students relying on online classes, when the internet keeps cutting out, live classes become difficult.

Are you wondering why does my internet keep dropping?

The following could be a few reasons why internet keeps dropping-

• Wi-Fi connection problems
• Router issues
• Cable or hardware faults
• Too much wireless interference

What can you do about the internet cutting in and out?

1. Modem software issues

   Software issues in the modem could be one of the major causes of inconsistent internet connection. If you keep the modem and router running for a long time, turning them off for some time, and then turning them back on should restore the consistency of the connection.##BlogVASBanner##

2. Router firmware updates

   Make sure that your router firmware is up to date. Timely updates of the router can solve most of the connectivity related issues. The same applies to the firmware of the extender if you are using one to expand the range of the network. Turn on auto-updates for all the networking devices in your home.

3. Outdated or broken cables

   Another issue that leads to drops in the internet connection could be with respect to the cabling. If you have some old cables connected from the modem to the router, try replacing them and check if the connection becomes stable. Internal damage in the cable cannot be identified through physical inspection.

4. PC hardware troubles

   If your problem is not solved even after replacing the cable, the issue could be the network adapter on your computer. Identify this problem by checking whether you face such stability issues on all the devices connected to the network or only on one particular computer or laptop. If the issue is observed in only one device, then you must check the network adapter of the device. In such cases, updating the network card with the latest firmware would solve the issue.

5. Crowded wireless network

   Too much interference could be another issue. If you are opting for a lower bandwidth, then having too many devices simultaneously connected to the network might lead to occasional drops in the connection. This happens particularly when one or more devices are streaming content. In such cases, try choosing a different plan that works for your usage. Also, try checking the consistency of the connection once you have turned off possibly interfering wireless devices.

6. Range of the router

   Check whether the drops are because you are close to the edge of the coverage area of your router. Even with the most efficient routers, you might notice connection issues when you go close to the maximum range.

An internet that keeps dropping can be particularly frustrating when you are working from home. With the above-mentioned ways, you can get rid of the problem. But if the issue persists, don’t struggle with a sluggish internet connection. Get in touch with the technical support team of your internet service provider, and make the most of your broadband connection.