How Does A Wifi Amplifier Work

Is the range of the wireless internet connection in your home disappointing? Then you can think of buying a WiFi amplifier to amplify the signal. But how does a WiFi amplifier work and when do you need one? In this article I explain what it is, how it works, which variants are available and which variant is the best.

What is a WiFi amplifier?

Do you have a large home where some devices are at a great distance from the modem, or are there obstacles in your house such as thick walls? Then you may not have a strong WiFi connection everywhere in your house. This ensures, for example, that your Netflix videos do not play smoothly. To enjoy Netflixing in every room of your house without any problems, you can opt for a RangeXTD WiFi amplifier. This is a device that simply amplifies the signal that is sent from the modem.

A WiFi amplifier increases the signal from your wireless internet connection. But it doesn't make your internet any faster. For this you will really have to upgrade your subscription.

How does a WiFi amplifier work?

Before I explain that, I first briefly explain how WiFi works in general. From an 'access point', which is often in your modem, signals are sent via radio waves. Smartphones, tablets and laptops pick up these signals and then answer the 'access point'. In this way an internet connection is established.

Prior to diving in to troubleshoot your residence's Wi-Fi network, you need to check the rate of your internet connection. Perform speed check from a computer tool attached into an Ethernet jack. You can follow RangeXTD review for more information about Wi-Fi range extender method.

However, the signals sent from the 'access point' have a maximum range. Sometimes this is only 10 to 15 meters. In addition, the signals have difficulty penetrating thick walls and floors. As a result, the range in some rooms of your home can be poor, for example in an attic. Imagine placing a WiFi amplifier in an attic. The amplifier picks up the weak signal sent from the 'access point' and repeats the signal. As a result, the signal is thus sent again, so the signal is received at full strength by the devices in the attic. So you can watch your favorite Netflix series in the attic without any problems.

Which variants are there and which is the best?

If you search for WiFi amplifiers in Google, you will come across a lot. Note that not every WiFi amplifier is actually good and not every amplifier matches your router type. First, we will discuss the various types.

Wireless amplifiers

A wireless amplifier uses your electricity network to amplify the signal. You have to plug it into a power outlet. This type is easy to install, but its stability depends on your electricity network.

Amplifier with cable

The most stable way to amplify your signal is the WiFi amplifier with cable. For this you have to install an extra internet cable.