Router Question

[brownsfan019]

I'm having internet backup issues here and since my internet providers are very limited (basically one) I was wondering if a new router could help the situation.

During the day I am hitting some packets of information overload apparently, which can slow things down.

Would a new router help this at all? I am hard wired into the router (not using wireless) but still going through the router nonetheless. I actually have a switch into the router as well b/c I needed more plugs.

I've seen those newer routers that brag about speed, but I am wondering if that's mainly for the wireless portion or not.

Thanks!

Also -any suggestions for a new router if that is a good way to go?

[Soultrader]

Speed should be dependent on your internet provider. I have fiber optics here so never had any internet issues and is lightening fast.

From my understanding routers are used when using multiple pcs from one line? I have a router as well but that is for my wireless laptop while my pc is plugged in direct to the modem.

[brownsfan019]

James - unfortunately I am stuck with cable as my only internet option here. The next option is to move, which could happen down the road. But for now, I am stuck.

I use the router b/c I am running 6 computers during the day. Not all of them at once and not all for trading, but with the router I can connect anywhere in the house.

I have a feeling this is mainly an ISP issue, but thought I would ask. I am on TimeWarner's RoadRunner 'premium' speed and they do not offer anything faster.

[Soultrader]

One way to optimize your internet speed is by using a program like Tuneup Utilities 2008 which will automatically configure your pc settings to make internet connection the fastest. I have seen a few other programs out there which will increase your speed by over 30% but they are Japanese versions. Perhaps they similar softwares are available in the US as well.

I must say 6 pcs is pretty impressive. Hopefully someone else can offer better advice regarding this issue.

[brownsfan019]

You bring up a good idea though - maybe there is a software package available that can speed things up.

Anyone know of any other software packages that could help?

[james_gsx]

Another option if you're willing to spend the money is to get a wireless internet card from Sprint or Verizon. If AT&T is in your area and has their newest networks up they maybe the fastest. But Sprint and Verizon have their EvDo networks pretty much everywhere and it's pretty fast. I used to sell them back in the day when I worked at Best Buy and they were a life saver for a lot of customers. Would I use one for my primary trading? No, but I would for a backup if I didn't have any other options.

One more issue though is I'm not sure if those cards would work with a desktop. There is probably some hardware out there where you could use the card externally and plug it in but I'm not sure. Something to think about though.

As far as routers go, you could try some of the new "N" ones. I remember they were just coming out as I left a little less than a year ago. I heard good things about them but I remember they were really expensive. But I think they were more for wireless as they had a longer more powerful range.

[brownsfan019]

Gsx - I have the Verizon one as backup. Problem is that OEC cannot run on it. On my list of reco's to them is to create a 'lite' version of OEC trader that can run on one of these cards.

I'm in a small suburb of Cleveland where the ONLY HARD WIRE option is TimeWarner cable. That's it. Only other option I am aware of is satellite internet, but I have to think that TW is better than that. They are fine MOST of the time...

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	Quote:	Soultrader
	One way to optimize your internet speed is by using a program like Tuneup Utilities 2008 which will automatically configure your pc settings to make internet connection the fastest. I have seen a few other programs out there which will increase your speed by over 30% but they are Japanese versions. Perhaps they similar softwares are available in the US as well. I must say 6 pcs is pretty impressive. Hopefully someone else can offer better advice regarding this issue.

let us know if you find a program to run to speed things up...i would be interested in the feedback.

[mcichocki_]

Are you running wireless or are we talking a wired router?
Wireless 802.11n would be faster than wireless 802.11g from wireless access point to card but it won't speed up your providers connection per say.

What brand/model router are you using?

Feel free to hit me up on AIM at elijahmadmedoit if you need more info, I work in the industry.

Added----
If you need major a speed boost you could also buy a dual router that takes 2 cable modem inputs and bridges the connections for speed as well as redundancy should one connection drop.

[james_gsx]

I just talked to my dad about this and he said basically the same thing mcichocki did. I would call your ISP and figure out what exactly is slowing down your connection and what you can do to fix it. You could also call Cisco or any company that makes good routers and ask them for advice. My guess is you're probably running a ton of data at once and a nice router would do you good, not the cheap $80 ones you find at a retail department store like Best Buy.

Just my 2 cents though, I don't have the experience that mcichocki has.