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4 4 commentsBe sure to check the maximum communication speed described in the package and specifications of the Wi-Fi router
When choosing a Wi-Fi router, you should also check the maximum communication speed. Wi-Fi 6 routers can use the 5 gigahertz (GHz, one billion giga) and 2.4 GHz bands, but what matters is the maximum speed of the 5 GHz band. [Visual commentary] How to choose a Wi-Fi router that won't fail
■It is also important to use the 5GHz band and the 2.4GHz band properly
The maximum communication speed of the 5GHz band of Wi-Fi 6 routers currently on the market is 1.2Gbits/second (bps) (1201 Mega Mbps, Mega is 1 million), 2.4 Gbps (2401 Mbps, etc.), 4.8 Gbps (4803 Mbps, etc.). On the other hand, the maximum communication speed of a Wi-Fi 6 compatible computer is 2.4 Gbps, so I would like to choose a Wi-Fi 6 router with a maximum communication speed of at least that. If it is less than that, the communication performance of the personal computer cannot be fully demonstrated. Proper use of the 5GHz band and the 2.4GHz band is also important. For short-distance use, the 5 GHz band, which has a high standard maximum communication speed and is less affected by surrounding radio waves, is suitable. On the other hand, the 2.4 GHz band has slow standard speeds and is easily affected by the surrounding radio wave conditions. However, radio waves are resistant to obstacles and have the characteristic of being able to reach long distances. In some cases, the 2.4GHz band is better for sending radio waves to distant rooms. The recommended number of connections announced by each manufacturer is also an important factor in choosing a router. Each manufacturer says that the performance of the Wi-Fi router can be maintained within this number of connections. If you have an environment with an extremely large number of connections, you should choose a model with a large number of recommended connections.
■ Focus on router functions such as moving and high speed
In addition to various functions such as "wireless moving function", "IPv6 IPoE", "band steering", "tri-band", and "mesh network" I want to choose products with my eyes open. If you have a Wi-Fi router with a wireless moving function, you can transfer the Wi-Fi settings such as SSID and encryption key from your old Wi-Fi router to a new Wi-Fi router as they are. Since it is a mechanism to transfer settings using WPS, if the Wi-Fi router you have been using supports WPS, you can transfer settings regardless of the manufacturer. If you want to increase the speed of the net, be sure to check IPv6 IPoE support. Currently, two notations of "IPv6 compatible" and "IPv6 IPoE compatible" are mixed depending on the product, making it difficult to understand. The former indicates that IPv6 communication is supported. The latter "IPv6 IPoE support" can be used to speed up the internet. Be sure to look for the word "IPoE compatible" to find out if the network is compatible with high-speed internet. The "band steering" function is convenient for those who think that it is troublesome to switch between the 5GHz band and the 2.4GHz band. Band steering automatically switches the frequency band to be used based on the number of connected devices, the surrounding radio wave conditions, speed, etc. To make it easier to use the frequency band that matches the situation. Consider tri-band if you have an extremely large number of connections. Many Wi-Fi routers are dual-band routers with one 5GHz band and one 2.4GHz band. A tri-band router can significantly increase the number of connections by adding another 5 GHz band. A mesh network uses multiple Wi-Fi routers to spread radio waves in a mesh pattern, enabling stable communication anywhere in the house. In the past, it was necessary to have the same product group from the same manufacturer, but now it is possible to build routers that support the unified standard EasyMesh. Compatible products are gradually increasing.
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