If your Wi-Fi repeatedly causes problems, the cause may be inside your own home. Routers are often placed near devices that interfere with the wireless signals and slow down the connection. Below, you’ll find out which objects to watch for and how to avoid them.

These devices must not be placed next to the Wi-Fi router

1. Baby monitors

Many video baby monitors transmit in the same 2.4 GHz range as WLAN routers. As a result, both compete for the same radio path. This leads to interference, faltering data transmissions, and interrupted streams. That’s why a baby monitor should always be kept at a safe distance from the router.

2. Microwaves

Microwaves also operate in the 2.4 GHz frequency range. Although modern devices are well-shielded, there is easily measurable leakage radiation at t

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