Broadband vs WiFi: Understanding the Difference

A complete guide to understanding broadband and WiFi connections in New Zealand

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Key Differences

Broadband

  • Your internet connection to the outside world
  • Provided by your ISP
  • Can be fibre, VDSL, or wireless

WiFi

  • Wireless technology to connect devices
  • Created by your router
  • Limited by distance and obstacles

Common Issues

Broadband Issues

Common Problems

  • • Slow speeds
  • • Connection drops
  • • High latency
  • • Service outages

Solutions

  • • Contact ISP
  • • Check outages
  • • Reset modem
  • • Upgrade plan

WiFi Issues

Common Problems

  • • Weak signal
  • • Dead zones
  • • Interference
  • • Slow speeds

Solutions

  • • Move router
  • • Use extenders
  • • Update firmware
  • • Change channel

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