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CNET
24-05-2025
- CNET
Does Wi-Fi Really Pass Through Walls? Here's What Experts Reveal
It's a simple question, but one that gets asked quite a bit: Does Wi-Fi travel through walls? Yes, but not completely. I didn't understand fully myself, so I spoke with several experts, including a CNET lab technician, to find the answers. With the introduction of Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E and the latest standard, Wi-Fi 7, Wi-Fi technology has steadily improved in recent years. Having an adequate Wi-Fi connection is a must, yet many people still struggle with their home internet. In a recent CNET broadband survey, 42% of respondents complained about having an unreliable connection. Many factors play into that, but when it comes to Wi-Fi, there are quick fixes to boost the Wi-Fi connection throughout your home. To optimize your Wi-Fi connection, though, we must return to the question: Does Wi-Fi travel through walls? To better answer this, it helps to start by looking at how Wi-Fi technology works. Wi-Fi technology 101 Wi-Fi, also known as Wireless Fidelity, is a wireless technology that allows your router to exchange data with multiple devices. This data is transmitted through radio waves. According to the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, the first version of Wi-Fi was released in 1997 under the 802 family of standards for local area networks. The IEEE designates Wi-Fi as 802.11. You'll primarily see three Wi-Fi standards when shopping for routers: Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7. Most smart home devices in your abode are compatible with Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E technology. However, Wi-Fi 7 will produce the fastest speeds and boast the lowest latency of the three. Wi-Fi 7 builds on features from the previous standards. If you have Wi-Fi 6, it'll have the 2.4 and 5GHz bands. Wi-Fi 6E added the 6GHz band, and Wi-Fi 7 doubled its channel size. Locating local internet providers According to Netgear, "Wi-Fi 7 helps to ensure your home is ready for 10 gigabit internet speeds as they become available." How does Wi-Fi pass through walls? Your router wirelessly exchanges data with other devices nearby through radio waves, which use electromagnetic radiation. As seen from the image below, Wi-Fi operates on these radio waves through the electromagnetic spectrum. VectorMine/Shutterstock According to ScienceABC, electromagnetic waves can pass through a surface; this process is called refraction. This is what allows Wi-Fi to pass through walls. It's worth mentioning that not all forms of electromagnetic radiation can permeate surfaces. Take Li-Fi technology, for instance. Li-Fi uses visible light, another form of electromagnetic radiation, to connect to the internet. Light signals can't pass through walls and other solid objects like Wi-Fi signals can. Wi-Fi can pass through walls, but... The thickness of your walls and the type of material used can obstruct or hinder Wi-Fi signals. According to Mistral Solutions, certain materials, like brick, plaster, cement, metal, stone and double-glazed glass, can obstruct Wi-Fi signals. Depending on the size and layout of your home, you might experience dead zones (areas where your internet signal is virtually nonexistent), laggy or extremely slow internet. When testing routers and their signal strengths at our CNET Labs in Louisville, Kentucky, Lab Technician Gianmarco Chumbe Escalante lists the materials that can impact your Wi-Fi signal. "As with any radio signal, attenuation occurs when waves pass through materials like brick, concrete or metal -- or simply over increasing distance," Escalante said. Fortunately, the CNET Labs team determined that wall thickness didn't significantly impact router signal strength after conducting tests. In fact, they noticed that the distance from the router was a bigger determining factor. That said, changing the floor plan of your home may not be an option, but there are simpler things you can do to boost your Wi-Fi connection at home. How to optimize your Wi-Fi Several factors can affect the signal of your internet connection, such as walls, large obstructions and even electronics near your router. Choosing the right router The first step to optimizing your connection is to determine whether you're using the right router. In most apartments and smaller homes (under 1,500 feet), a traditional router with a single wireless access point should be enough. CNET's top pick for the best wireless router is the Asus ROG Rapture GT-AX6000. After conducting tests on more than 30 routers, we determined that one will deliver the fastest speeds possible over Wi-Fi. It was the only router to receive a top 5 score from our throughput tests on 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. However, if you own a multistory home and want to prioritize internet coverage throughout it, consider upgrading to a mesh router. In some cases, you might need to toss out your old router and upgrade to a new one. Ideally, you should replace your router every five years. If you're in the market for new gear, consider upgrading to a new router or a router equipped with Wi-Fi 6 or the latest Wi-Fi 7. Almost any new device you've purchased in the past five years will be compatible with Wi-Fi 6, but only the latest phones, laptops and gaming consoles can take advantage of Wi-Fi 7. The Wi-Fi band you use matters If your priority is to ensure that your internet connection reaches all areas of your home, choose a router with a 2.4GHz band. Here's why. CNET broadband expert Joe Supan recently visited our CNET labs to help test routers. The tests provided metrics on speed, reliability and performance over distance. Our lab team also measured each router's signal strength and broadcast ability, showing how well data is transmitted through walls and around other electronics. The team marked off more than 61 locations around the lab to measure the performance of each router's 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands. Though the 5GHz might offer you faster speeds, test results show that the 2.4GHz band has a better range. "Most routers will automatically steer your traffic to the optimal band, but you can also set up separate Wi-Fi networks for each band if you want to prioritize devices like a gaming console or a work computer on the faster 5GHz band," Supan said. "The important thing to know is whether it has both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands," Supan said. "Most routers will automatically steer your device onto the best one." From left: The 2.4GHz band has better range but slower speeds, while the 5GHz band has faster speeds at close range. Samantha De Leon/CNET The team averaged all the data from the tests in a summary table. They then combined the scores to get one throughput metric for each frequency band. The data shows that routers with a 2.4GHz band outperformed those with a 5GHz band at long distances. Keep in mind that the typical indoor broadcast range of a router is 150 to 300 feet, according to the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team. Read more: How we test Wi-Fi routers Router placement is key In some cases, you may not need to take a dramatic step like getting rid of your router. Chances are, you may just be putting it in the wrong spot. According to two technicians, here are five of the worst areas to place your router: On the floor Behind the couch In the basement Inside cabinets Near another Wi-Fi router The ideal spot for your router should always be centrally located in your home. Keep in mind that placing your router in an area with large metal objects, nearby electronics or many walls can interfere with your Wi-Fi signal. If you can, try mounting your router high on the wall or raising it on a bookshelf. Adjusting your Wi-Fi antennas If you own a router that has antennas, positioning these antennas properly can improve your signal. If there are two or more antennas on your router, don't position them all in the same direction. The antennas should be perpendicular to one another -- one should be horizontal and the other should be vertical. If that still doesn't make a difference, try experimenting with placing the antennas at several different angles. During this process, run several internet speed tests to note the differences with each antenna configuration. CNET's top pick for the best speed test overall is Ookla for its consistency and reliability. (Ookla is owned by the same parent company as CNET, Ziff Davis.) Invest in a Wi-Fi extender A Wi-Fi extender will typically be a cheaper alternative to a mesh router if you're still experiencing laggy internet and dead zones after repositioning your router. Similar to a mesh router system, a Wi-Fi extender will help boost your speeds throughout your home. CNET's top pick for the best Wi-Fi extender is the Linksys RE7310. When tested, it delivered plenty of speeds, and it supports Wi-Fi 6 technology. If there are one or more rooms in your home that are dead zones, then a Wi-Fi extender could help improve the signal in these areas. You can either plug your extender into your router or into an outlet on your wall. If you live in a larger home and are facing issues with your connection, then a mesh router would be a better option. Yes, Wi-Fi can travel through walls, but it's not magic Yes, Wi-Fi technology allows your home internet connection to pass through walls, but you still need to take steps to optimize your Wi-Fi connectivity. The thickness of a wall can interfere with your internet signal, leaving you with dead zones in your home. Other factors, such as large objects and nearby electronics, can also cause your broadband connection to suffer. As far as walls are concerned, of course, changing the layout of your home may not be an option. And before you make a hasty decision such as canceling your internet service or switching internet service providers, you can first try optimizing your Wi-Fi connection through the tips outlined on this page. If you're still running into trouble, then maybe it's time to consider whether you're facing a larger issue, such as throttled speeds from your ISP. FAQ: Wi-Fi versus your walls Can Wi-Fi travel through walls? Yes, Wi-Fi can pass through walls. Wi-Fi technology operates on the electromagnetic spectrum and transmits data via radio waves. Data from your router is wirelessly transmitted to other devices nearby. Through a process called refraction, Wi-Fi signals are able to permeate walls, allowing your internet to travel throughout your home. However, this doesn't mean that you won't experience interference. The thickness of a wall can obstruct the signal from your router, leaving you with dead zones in your home. Other factors, such as large objects and nearby electronics, can also affect your Wi-Fi connection. Where is the best place to put your router? You should always aim to locate your router at a central spot in your home, away from many walls and large objects. Two technicians shared with CNET the five worst areas to place your router: on the floor, behind the couch, in the basement, inside cabinets and near another Wi-Fi router.
Indian Express
20-05-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Govt to open up key spectrum for high-speed WiFi: Why it's a win for tech companies
In a major win for tech companies like Sony, Apple and Meta, the Indian government has proposed to open up licence-free use of a portion of the key 6GHz spectrum, paving the way for faster WiFi speeds, and supporting connectivity needs of devices like the Sony PlayStation Pro, and virtual reality gear from Apple and Meta. The 6 GHz spectrum band (5925 MHz-7125 MHz) and its use has been a point of contention between telecom companies Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea on one side and tech companies on the other. Telcos have been calling for the entire band to be reserved for licensed mobile telecommunication for 5G and 6G services, whereas tech companies wanted the band to be delicensed and provided free to use to improve WiFi services. While rules vary country-by-country, some nations like the United States have allocated the full 1200MHz of 6GHz spectrum for unlicensed use, with others choosing to allocate a smaller swath of 500MHz, with an aim to create a balance between the two technologies. India has chosen to go the latter route. In a draft notification released recently, the Ministry of Communications said that a part of the 6 GHz band (5925 MHz -6425 MHz) would be made license-free. In December 2023, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) had set aside the 6425 MHz –7125 MHz range for licensed mobile operations. A reason to celebrate for tech companies 'No Authorisation or Frequency Assignment shall be required to establish, maintain, work, possess or deal in any wireless equipment for the purpose of Lower Power Indoor and Very Low Power outdoor wireless access systems, including radio local area networks operating in the frequency band 5925-6425 MHz,' the communications ministry said in a notification on the draft rules. Tech companies believe that unlicensed availability of the spectrum will promote next generation Wi-Fi technologies like WiFi 6 and WiFi 7, and could play a major role in the growth of the Internet of Things. WiFi 6 and WiFi 7 is many times faster than the current WiFi standard. Due to the lack of clarity earlier on the unlicensed availability of the spectrum in the country, Sony had announced that its latest gaming console, the PlayStation (PS) 5 Pro, would not be launched in India due to wireless connectivity issues. In a statement last year, the company had said, 'PS5 Pro will not be available in some countries (which presently includes India) where 6GHz wireless band used in IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) has not yet been allowed'. If the latest draft is cleared in its current form, it could mean that the company will launch the console in India. While this is a positive step for the tech companies, the industry has argued that partial availability of the spectrum band could limit impact. The Broadband India Forum (BIF), which represents tech companies and shares their views on delicensed use of 6 GHz spectrum, more airwaves need to be freed up. 'A fraction of the band cannot deliver the full-scale impact we seek. An adequate chunk of delicensed 6 GHz band is required in order to power next-generation technologies like Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7, which are set to become foundational to our Digital Public Infrastructure,' said TV Ramachandran, president of the Broadband India Forum. Global scenario In April 2020, the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) opened up the 6GHz band with 1200MHz of spectrum for license-exempt uses. Canada too, has taken a similar approach. However, in countries like Japan, Australia, Singapore, only a portion of the entire spectrum range has been delicensed for WiFi use. Mexico is contemplating broader harmonisation of the 6 GHz range. A few years ago, Chile decided to go for the same approach, overturning a decision to make the whole band available for WiFi.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Yahoo
I Was About to Throw My Router Out Until I Tried These Tweaks
We rely on the internet for just about everything, from streaming the latest binge-worthy shows to keeping all of our smart devices connected. A fast connection is no longer a luxury, it is a must. But even if you're paying for high-speed gigabit internet, it is still common to run into slowdowns, buffering or spotty Wi-Fi when you least expect it. To keep your Wi-Fi running smoothly, consider these simple tips and tricks, designed to optimize your Wi-Fi set-up and keep your Zoom meetings and gaming sessions running uninterrupted. Read More: Best Wi-Fi Routers of 2025 See at CNET First things first: you can trace a lot of connection issues back to your equipment. It all starts with choosing the right router. Not all routers are the same, and how fast your wireless speeds are often depends on the size and layout of your home. A single wireless access point should suffice for most apartments and smaller homes (under 1,500 square feet). If your router is several years old, consider upgrading to a newer model" target="_self or Wi-Fi 6" target="_self. That's not the latest and greatest generation of Wi-Fi technology -- that would be Wi-Fi 7" target="_self -- but it's newer than what most have in their homes and should give you faster wireless speeds and better overall coverage for a good price. For bigger, multilevel homes, it's worth considering upgrading to a mesh network to offer consistent coverage throughout the house. If you install the main access point and find that a far corner of your home doesn't have solid wireless coverage, just add another node to that area. Problem solved. To learn more, check out our list of the best mesh routers. If you need some additional guidance, consult our router buying guide. It's worth noting that where you place the primary access point still matters, regardless of whether you have a single access point or a mesh network. TP-Link Deco W7200 See at Walmart When you first move into a new home or apartment, the modem" target="_self is usually installed along the wall in one of the far reaches of the house. This is simply because that's where the line comes into the house, and the technician's job is to set up the connection, not optimize your network. That part is up to you. It's tempting to leave everything where the technician set it up, especially if you feel clueless about the best place to put a router, but it's unlikely that the original location is the most optimal place for your router. That said, location might just be the most important consideration when trying to boost your Wi-Fi. Even if you have the newest router technology, you might not be getting the fastest speeds if your router is poorly placed. Routers send the signal out in all directions. If you keep your router in the left corner of the house, you're losing wireless coverage, and if your neighbors can guess your Wi-Fi password" target="_self, they can easily access your network. Moving the router to a central location is your best bet for consistent speeds (and network security). Installing a router across the house from the modem may prove troublesome. It may require manually running an especially long Ethernet cable under the floor or along the bottom of your walls or enlisting the help of power line network adapters, which use your home's electrical wiring to pass an internet signal from point to point. The improved wireless coverage will be worth it. If you're curious about the difference between a Wi-Fi and Ethernet connection" target="_self, CNET's Hallie Seltzer tested both connections at her house to determine which worked better. Routers tend to spread their strongest signals downward, so it's best to mount the router as high as possible to maximize coverage. Try placing it high on a bookshelf or mounting it on the wall. Search online, and you'll find many custom wall mounts built for specific routers, like for the Eero Pro 6" target="_self mesh router. A router mount is an easy solution if you're struggling to find an elevated spot for your router without a tangle of messy cords. Pick a location that's away from other electronics and large metal objects. The more walls, large obstructions and electronics near your router, the higher the chances are that something will interfere with the strength of your signal. One type of electronic device to especially avoid is the microwave, which emits a strong signal in the 2.4GHz band, the same wireless band your router operates in. Be careful not to stick your router behind a large TV, which can cause electronic interference while also physically blocking or disrupting the signal. Along with electronics, keep an eye out for bulky furniture and the like that might be limiting the signal's reach. Wi-Fi doesn't travel well through water, for instance, so if you have an aquarium in your home, try to avoid situations where it'll be in between your router and the device that needs to connect. The Wi-Fi bands your router users affect your speeds, but it's pretty easy to switch between channels. Most routers come with 2.4Ghz or 5GHz channels -- you can think of those channels as the highway your internet network uses to transmit data. More advanced routers, like the Wi-Fi 6E and the Wi-Fi 7, come equipped with a 6GHz channel. You should be able to switch your router's Wi-Fi band in the Wi-Fi network settings, though that may differ slightly depending on the router. While most routers use a dual-band technology, which allows them to use both frequencies at the same time, you may be able to choose a Wi-Fi band to prioritize. The 2.4GHz band offers a wider range but is slower than the 5GHz band. Conversely, the 5GHz band is faster, but it struggles with short range and keeping your entire house connected at fast speeds. Still, switching channels is a quick solution to slow Wi-Fi. Some routers have no antennas at all, but some have up to eight. These antennas help direct the signal. If there are two or more antennas on your router, don't position them all in the same direction. Instead, make them perpendicular to one another -- position one horizontally and the other vertically. Or slightly change the position of all the antennas to cover a wide range of angles. You might have to experiment with speed tests" target="_self to find the most effective configuration. The signal from each of those antennas will come out like a wave traveling in all directions, and that wave will be perpendicular to the antenna itself, so a vertical antenna is going to be more helpful in single-story homes, while a horizontal or angled antenna is going to put out a signal that travels upward, which might be more useful in a multistory home. In worst-case scenarios, you may have to map out the Wi-Fi signal in your home to find dead zones and analyze the range of coverage. Several years ago, we used the NetSpot software to map out the signal strength throughout the CNET Smart Home" target="_self. Ultimately, we got a great look at the weak spots in our Wi-Fi network, which helped us shore things up by moving our hardware to more optimal locations.
CNET
10-05-2025
- CNET
Does Wi-Fi Travel Through Walls? We Talked With Experts to Find the Answer
It's a simple question, but one that gets asked quite a bit: Does Wi-Fi travel through walls? Yes, but not completely. I'll explain more fully in a moment. With the introduction of Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E and the latest standard, Wi-Fi 7, Wi-Fi technology has steadily improved in recent years. Having an adequate Wi-Fi connection is a must, yet many people still struggle with their home internet. In a recent CNET broadband survey, 42% of respondents complained about having an unreliable connection. Many factors play into that, but when it comes to Wi-Fi, there are quick fixes to boost the Wi-Fi connection throughout your home. To optimize your Wi-Fi connection, though, we need to get back to the question: Does Wi-Fi travel through walls? To better answer this, it helps to start by looking at how Wi-Fi technology works. Understanding Wi-Fi technology Wi-Fi, also known as Wireless Fidelity, is a wireless technology that allows your router to exchange data with multiple devices. This data is transmitted through radio waves. According to the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, the first version of Wi-Fi was released in 1997 under the 802 family of standards for local area networks. The IEEE designates Wi-Fi as 802.11. You'll primarily see three Wi-Fi standards when shopping for routers: Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7. Most smart home devices in your abode are compatible with Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E technology. However, Wi-Fi 7 will produce the fastest speeds and boast the lowest latency of the three. Wi-Fi 7 builds on features from the previous standards. If you have Wi-Fi 6, it'll have the 2.4 and 5GHz bands. Wi-Fi 6E added the 6GHz band, and Wi-Fi 7 doubled its channel size. Locating local internet providers According to Netgear, "Wi-Fi 7 helps to ensure your home is ready for 10 gigabit internet speeds as they become available." How does Wi-Fi pass through walls? Your router wirelessly exchanges data with other devices nearby through radio waves, which use electromagnetic radiation. As seen from the image below, Wi-Fi operates on these radio waves through the electromagnetic spectrum. VectorMine/Shutterstock According to ScienceABC, electromagnetic waves can pass through a surface; this process is called refraction. This is what allows Wi-Fi to pass through walls. It's worth mentioning that not all forms of electromagnetic radiation can permeate surfaces. Take Li-Fi technology, for instance. Li-Fi uses visible light, another form of electromagnetic radiation, to connect to the internet. Light signals can't pass through walls and other solid objects like Wi-Fi signals can. Wi-Fi can pass through walls, within limits The thickness of your walls and the type of material used can obstruct or hinder Wi-Fi signals. According to Mistral Solutions, certain materials, like brick, plaster, cement, metal, stone and double-glazed glass, can obstruct Wi-Fi signals. Depending on the size and layout of your home, you might experience dead zones (areas where your internet signal is virtually nonexistent) or laggy or extremely slow internet. I know what you may be thinking: Changing the floor plan of your home is not an option. But there are simpler things you can do to boost your Wi-Fi connection at home. Optimizing your Wi-Fi connection Several factors can affect the signal of your internet connection, such as walls, large obstructions and even electronics near your router. Choosing the right router The first step to optimizing your connection is to determine whether you're using the right router. In most apartments and smaller homes (under 1,500 feet), a traditional router with a single wireless access point should be enough. CNET's top pick for the best wireless router is the Asus ROG Rapture GT-AX6000. In some cases, you might need to toss out your old router and upgrade to a new one. Ideally, you should replace your router every five years. If you're in the market for new gear, consider upgrading to a new router or a router equipped with Wi-Fi 6 or the latest Wi-Fi 7. Almost any new device you've purchased in the past five years will be compatible with Wi-Fi 6, but only the latest phones, laptops and gaming consoles can take advantage of Wi-Fi 7. The Wi-Fi band you use matters If your priority is to ensure that your internet connection reaches all areas of your home, choose a router with a 2.4GHz band. Here's why. CNET broadband expert Joe Supan recently visited our CNET labs in Louisville, Kentucky, to help test routers. The tests provided metrics on speed, reliability and performance over distance. Our lab team also measured each router's signal strength and broadcast ability, showing how well data is transmitted through walls and around other electronics. The team marked off more than 61 locations around the lab to measure the performance of each router's 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands. Though the 5GHz might offer you faster speeds, test results show that the 2.4GHz band has a better range. "Most routers will automatically steer your traffic to the optimal band, but you can also set up separate Wi-Fi networks for each band if you want to prioritize devices like a gaming console or a work computer on the faster 5GHz band," Supan said. "The important thing to know is whether it has both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands," Supan said. "Most routers will automatically steer your device onto the best one." From left: The 2.4GHz band has better range but slower speeds, while the 5GHz band has faster speeds at close range. Samantha De Leon/CNET The team averaged all the data from the tests in a summary table. They then combined the scores to get one throughput metric for each frequency band. The data shows that routers with a 2.4GHz band outperformed those with a 5GHz band at long distances. Keep in mind that the typical indoor broadcast range of a router is 150 to 300 feet, according to the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team. Read more: How we test Wi-Fi routers Router placement is key In some cases, you may not need to take a dramatic step like getting rid of your router. Chances are, you may just be putting it in the wrong spot. According to two technicians, here are five of the worst areas to place your router: On the floor Behind the couch In the basement Inside cabinets Near another Wi-Fi router The ideal spot for your router should always be centrally located in your home. Keep in mind that placing your router in an area with large metal objects, nearby electronics or many walls can interfere with your Wi-Fi signal. If you can, try mounting your router high on the wall or raising it on a bookshelf. Adjusting your Wi-Fi antennas If you own a router that has antennas, positioning these antennas properly can improve your signal. If there are two or more antennas on your router, don't position them all in the same direction. The antennas should be perpendicular to one another -- one should be horizontal and the other should be vertical. If that still doesn't make a difference, try experimenting with placing the antennas at several different angles. During this process, run several internet speed tests to note the differences with each antenna configuration. CNET's top pick for the best speed test overall is Ookla for its consistency and reliability. (Ookla is owned by the same parent company as CNET, Ziff Davis.) Invest in a Wi-Fi extender A Wi-Fi extender will typically be a cheaper alternative to a mesh router if you're still experiencing laggy internet and dead zones after repositioning your router. Similar to a mesh router system, a Wi-Fi extender will help boost your speeds throughout your home. CNET's top pick for the best Wi-Fi extender is the Linksys RE7310. When tested, it delivered plenty of speeds, and it supports Wi-Fi 6 technology. If there are one or more rooms in your home that are dead zones, then a Wi-Fi extender could help improve the signal in these areas. You can either plug your extender into your router or into an outlet on your wall. If you live in a larger home and are facing issues with your connection, then a mesh router would be a better option. Final thoughts: Wi-Fi can travel through walls, but it's not magic Yes, Wi-Fi technology allows your home internet connection to pass through walls, but you still need to take steps to optimize your Wi-Fi connectivity. The thickness of a wall can interfere with your internet signal, leaving you with dead zones in your home. Other factors, such as large objects and nearby electronics, can also cause your broadband connection to suffer. As far as walls are concerned, of course, changing the layout of your home may not be an option. And before you make a hasty decision such as canceling your internet service or switching internet service providers, you can first try optimizing your Wi-Fi connection through the tips outlined on this page. If you're still running into trouble, then maybe it's time to consider whether you're facing a larger issue, such as throttled speeds from your ISP. FAQ: Wi-Fi and walls Can Wi-Fi travel through walls? Yes, Wi-Fi can pass through walls. Wi-Fi technology operates on the electromagnetic spectrum and transmits data via radio waves. Data from your router is wirelessly transmitted to other devices nearby. Through a process called refraction, Wi-Fi signals are able to permeate walls, allowing your internet to travel throughout your home. However, this doesn't mean that you won't experience interference. The thickness of a wall can obstruct the signal from your router, leaving you with dead zones in your home. Other factors, such as large objects and nearby electronics, can also affect your Wi-Fi connection. Where is the best place to put your router? You should always aim to locate your router at a central spot in your home, away from many walls and large objects. Two technicians shared with CNET the five worst areas to place your router: on the floor, behind the couch, in the basement, inside cabinets and near another Wi-Fi router.
Associated Press
29-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
The Healthcare Impact Alliance Expands Connected Healthcare Ecosystem With Mendock Technology Smart Lock Integration
LONDON, GB / ACCESS Newswire / April 29, 2025 / The Healthcare Impact Alliance (The HIA) today announced a strategic partnership with Mendock Technology Co., Ltd., a leading manufacturer of smart security solutions, to integrate their advanced smart locks into the Lifeline connected healthcare ecosystem. This integration represents a significant advancement in emergency response capabilities for healthcare providers and first & Independence Seniors health and technology, Connections and Independence The partnership will leverage The HIA Technology's WiFi 6 controlling module to create a seamless connection between Mendock 's smart locks and the Lifeline Health platform. This integration enables automated emergency access protocols, allowing first responders to quickly and safely enter homes during medical emergencies without property damage. 'The aging population represents one of the most significant market opportunities of our time, and smart security solutions are a crucial component of enabling seniors to age safely in their homes,' said Duke Lin, Director of Mendock Technology. 'Our partnership with The Healthcare Impact Alliance gives us access to cutting-edge technology through The HIA's WiFi 6 module and their sophisticated family sharing application. This has fundamentally transformed our ability to serve the senior care market. The integration into The HIA's ecosystem, combined with Connect America's established distribution channels, positions us to dramatically scale our manufacturing capacity to meet the growing demand in this critical market segment.' 'The integration of Mendock's smart security solutions into our ecosystem demonstrates our commitment to creating a comprehensive connected healthcare environment,' said Craig Smith, Executive Director of The Healthcare Impact Alliance. 'By combining The HIA's WiFi 6 technology with Mendock 's proven security expertise, we're establishing new standards for emergency response efficiency and patient safety.' The integrated solution will feature: Connect America will manage the distribution and implementation of the integrated solution across North America, building upon their recently announced partnership with The HIA. 'This integration adds a crucial component to the HIA connected healthcare solution,' said WK Wong, Product Director of The HIA. 'The ability to provide secure, immediate access during emergencies significantly enhances The Health Impact Alliance partners ability to deliver rapid response services to those in need.' The smart lock integration will be available as part of the comprehensive Lifeline solution launching in the fourth quarter of 2025, with full deployment scheduled throughout 2026. About Mendock Technology Co., Ltd.: Mendock Technology Co., Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of advanced security solutions, specialising in smart locks and access control systems. Based in Zhongshan, China, the company has established itself as a pioneer in developing innovative security technologies for residential and commercial applications. For media inquiries, please contact: [email protected] Contact InformationHeather Stables HIA- VP Consumer Relations 972-768-9414 SOURCE: HIA: Health Impact Alliance press release
