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Wireless Connection Problems

Common issues affecting those using WiFi

Using WiFi, phone hotspots, and satellite connections should be avoided at all possible.

The lack of shielding afforded to such internet traffic makes problems such as latency spikes, packet loss, and congestion much worse than they otherwise would be. Therefore, the use of an Ethernet cable to connect your device directly to the router is strongly recommended.

In order of preference;

Wired connections where devices are plugged directly into the router using an Ethernet cable
Powerline Adapter Kits and WiFi solutions are about equally reliable
- Due to their inconsistency, which of the two is best for you can change over time
Mobile hotspots will be more inconsistent than WiFi in almost all situations
Satellite connections can involve severe latency values and are not suitable for online gaming

Troubleshooting

In cases where it simply isn't possible to use an Ethernet cable, please see below.

Prevent your OS from rapidly disabling and re-enabling your network adapter

This article is specific to Windows Operating Systems and does not have a clear macOS analogue.

Toggle off Wireless Adapter Power Savings

Move your device closer to your router if at all possible

Try to avoid large obstructions - particularly electrical appliances

See if changing to a different wireless channel improves stability

Try power cycling your network devices

Perform a Power Cycle to resolve common connectivity issues

Wireless Adapter Power Savings

A Windows setting which can sometimes induce regular WiFi micro-drops