People are just realizing they're not turning Wi-Fi router off enough

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HAVING a slow Wi-Fi connection can be one of the most frustrating parts of technology - but one trick can help.

As with all things technological, there are a number of things that can go wrong with your Wi-Fi.

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These include a slow or lagging connection, interference from other electronics, or freezing up.

Thankfully, there are also a number of quick and easy fixes you can take to tackle any of the problems above.

One of the most important steps you can take to maintain a steady connection is rebooting your router.

While there's no hard rule for how often you should do this, experts recommend at least once a month.

This can help clear out the memory and refresh your connections, HighSpeedInternet.com reported.

It's important to note that rebooting your router is not the same as resetting it, which restores it to factory settings.

How to reboot your router

To reboot your router, unplug the modem and router from the power outlet > wait around 15 seconds then plug the modem back in.

Wait a couple of minutes again > power on the router > and wait for all lights on your cable modem to become green.

Your router should be rebooted now, and you can commence testing your internet connection.

If your router has an app, you can also use that to reboot your modem.

There are many benefits to rebooting your router aside from clearing its memory.

It can help your modem and router communicate more effectively, leading to faster connections.

Rebooting can also help your router not overheat.