A clear, simple troubleshooting process for any network issue.
✔ Slow WiFi
✔ Intermittent drops
✔ DNS issues
✔ No internet
✔ Router misconfig
✔ ISP problems
✔ Device disconnected
Steps:
1) Reboot the modem + router
2) Check ethernet vs WiFi
3) Check DNS (use 1.1.1.1 or NextDNS)
4) Ping test gateway
5) Ping 8.8.8.8
6) Ping a website
7) Reset network adapters
8) Swap cable / port
9) Check DHCP leases
10) Try hotspot to rule out router/ISP
Advanced:
• Use Unbound / NextDNS
• Block trackers
• Optimize router settings
• Check logs
• Identify device causing congestion
Let me know if you want a full “Home Network Hardening Guide”.
✔ Slow WiFi
✔ Intermittent drops
✔ DNS issues
✔ No internet
✔ Router misconfig
✔ ISP problems
✔ Device disconnected
Steps:
1) Reboot the modem + router
2) Check ethernet vs WiFi
3) Check DNS (use 1.1.1.1 or NextDNS)
4) Ping test gateway
5) Ping 8.8.8.8
6) Ping a website
7) Reset network adapters
8) Swap cable / port
9) Check DHCP leases
10) Try hotspot to rule out router/ISP
Advanced:
• Use Unbound / NextDNS
• Block trackers
• Optimize router settings
• Check logs
• Identify device causing congestion
Let me know if you want a full “Home Network Hardening Guide”.