Internet usage has increased dramatically in recent years, and as a result of this epidemic, we have become increasingly dependent on internet services.

To meet this need, the UK government and service providers are immediately following up on the expansion of high-speed internet infrastructure known as "fiber to the premises" (FTTP).

FTTP connects homes and offices directly to fiber optic cables that, using simple pulses as signals, can carry data very quickly. This compares with conventional broadband internet, which relies on "fiber in the closet", meaning that high-speed fiber-optic connections are delivered to local cabinets. From there, electromagnetic signals transmit data via copper wires to homes and workplaces. But FTTP light signals enable faster data transfer.

Although internet speeds are increasing sharply with FTTP, people still report experiencing slower or unstable internet connections. So FTTP promises to be the fastest internet infrastructure right now, if it has just been installed in your area, you may be wondering why you still get a disconnected connection.

Four possible reasons

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Incompatible router

Switching to an FTTP-enabled Internet connection without a compatible router means you will never get the full benefits of improved internet infrastructure. Many traditional routers support FTTP-enabled Internet connectivity, but they cannot effectively handle high-speed data transfer fiber optic technology. You can request a compatible router from your Internet service provider.

Bandwidth competition

Bandwidth, which refers to the maximum amount of data that can be transmitted over the Internet over a period of time, is shared by all Internet users in a particular area. This is true even of FTTP.
So if your neighbors use the Internet in ways that consume a lot of data - such as streaming live movies, playing video games, having Zoom meetings, etc. - this could affect the stability of the Internet speed in your area.

Device disruption

Although FTTP enabled Internet transmits data to your wifi channel using light signals, your devices, such as computers and smartphones, still use electromagnetic signals to communicate with your router.
These electromagnetic signals operate on wireless transmission channels, sometimes called bands, or waves. Remarkably, most devices connected to the Internet in your home or office will use the same wireless channels or the closest channels. This causes disruptions, leading to unstable internet speeds on your devices.

Computer skills

The computer power of your device is one of the major determinants of seeing the benefits of a high-speed FTTP-enabled Internet connection. Powerful computing devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops, cannot process high-speed fiber internet data. So you may not experience the high speeds you expect on your devices, without using an FTTP-enabled internet connection.

Some new computers with enough memory (16-32GB of RAM) will allow you to enjoy the benefits of FTTP-enabled Internet connection at the right levels.

Five tips for improving things

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Disable auto-updates

If you need a stable internet connection, disable automatic software updates on your computer. These updates may also take a huge amount of Internet speed backward, leading to slower internet connections.

Add wifi frequency

You can purchase and install a wifi repeater to enhance the coverage and stability of your wifi connection. This will give you faster and more reliable internet in areas where signal reception may not be as good.

Disconnect unused devices

Disconnect wifi from any internet connection in your home, such as your smart TV, if it is not working. This will improve the internet speed on running devices like your computer while minimizing any potential interruptions.

Close unwanted applications

Before you begin to investigate the causes of your unstable connections, first disable any malicious software or applications on your computer. This is likely to consume the internet connection speed in the background.

Change your wifi channel

A wifi router has a limited number of channels for transmitting and receiving internet data. If the internet is slow, you can try to change your wifi channel by restarting your route.

This can be very useful if the internet connection is slow due to the competition of wifi channels among other wifi routers in your area. The wifi router automatically selects the slowest wifi channel when it restarts.