Common causes of unreliable office Wi-Fi and why adding another access point is not always the answer.
Coverage is only one factor
Weak signal can cause problems, but interference, overloaded access points, poor placement, old hardware, channel design, cabling, and internet issues can look like the same Wi-Fi problem.
More access points can make things worse
Adding access points without planning can increase interference. Business Wi-Fi should be designed around the physical space, device density, building materials, and how users move through the property.
Separate business and guest traffic
Guest devices should not have the same access as internal business systems. Network segmentation improves security and can make troubleshooting easier.
Measure before replacing equipment
A proper assessment should determine whether the problem is wireless coverage, local networking, DNS, switching, cabling, or the internet connection before hardware is purchased.
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