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It is absolutely scorching outside, the AC is struggling, and all you want to do after a long day is zone out with a movie or play some games. Instead, you're staring at a spinning loading wheel.Before you lose your temper, yell at your internet provider, or contemplate spending cash you don't have on a brand-new mesh system, take a close look at your router. With temperatures soaring, intense heat is putting massive pressure on our home hardware.To find out how to keep our connections alive, I spoke to Max Beckett, a resident broadband comparison expert at Uswitch. Here are the simple mistakes you might be making with your router right now, and how to fix them for free.
1. Letting it bake on the windowsill
Windowsills are prime real estate for routers (guilty as charged!), but during a heatwave, you are essentially putting your tech in a greenhouse. Finding the right spot in your house is crucial during a hot spell. As Beckett explains, "Where you place your router can make a big difference during warmer weather. Avoid putting it on windowsills or anywhere exposed to direct sunlight, as this can cause it to heat up faster. Instead, keep it in a cooler, central location where the signal can reach more areas of your home." Simply moving it to a shady shelf can instantly save your hardware and your connection.
