WiFi Repeater, WiFi Booster or WiFi Extender?
WiFi Repeater, WiFi Booster or WiFi Extender?
Lots of confusion on the best way to improve WiFi signals for business and residential users. The best answer depends on your goal. Do you need a few more signal bars, better throughput, or serve more clients. The best solution to address your needs will depend on below.
1) Are you able to run a network cable to location with a weak signal?
2) Do you have access to power outlet near location with weak signal?
3) What is your budget?
Post a comment with your exact issue and we’ll reply with possible options.
Low Budget Solutions
Try low budget solutions below first before spending money on additional hardware.
Aluminium Can Signal Booster
Aluminium Foil Signal Booster
photo and solution by @wifi_guy
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Won’t this solution cause too much multipath??
Use the tools you got! Like this old pic I took of a link between two trailer homes in BFE
http://tweetphoto.com/18469582
Should be fine..plus 802.11n is designed to benefit from multipath.