Slow Internet

[Rob 215]

I upgraded to Windows 7 from Windows XP a few months ago. I did all the tests to make sure my computer was capable to handle Windows 7 and it was fine. At first my internet was really fast and worked great, and then all of a sudden it started to run slow. I can't stream video clips because it takes forever. I have to pause it and wait about 5minutes to watch something. I don't know if it's my computer or my wireless router. I bought a Linksys wireless router, when I used it with XP, it was great. Does anyone have any suggestions on what I could do to fix this problem?

 

[iPwn]

Have you tried rebooting the Wireless router? When did it start to run slow? How long ago?

 

[MetalOverlord76]

I have a Linksys router and Windows 7 as well and have encountered similar problems. It could be some sort of compatibility issue between the OS and the device?

 

[Rob 215]

Have you tried rebooting the Wireless router? When did it start to run slow? How long ago?

Yes I tried rebooting the wireless router. It started about a month ago, maybe a month after I installed windows 7.

 

[bobmacans]

Try to contact your internet service provider and tell them your concerned. I am sure they can address your problem.

 

[jmacavali]

Check the computer for viruses?
Try reloading Win7 again and see if it works better?
How much RAM do you have?
What processor is it?

 

[Rob 215]

I tried connecting to the modem by a wire and it was still slow. I called my service provider and they fixed it.

I didn't think it was my Linksys wireless router because I just bought it 7months ago. Plus my dad has the same router and it works great at his house.

Just wanted to let everyone know who responded. Thank you.

 

[jmacavali]

Glad it worked out.