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Alternative Solutions :

1. A wired connection - Always the best option for speed, stability, and security.
2. Replace router and/or modem - Check with your ISP to see if replacing the router and/or modem is an option for you.
3. WiFi Extender/Repeater - A good solution if you have a weak connection to multiple devices, but it requires some setup and needs to be placed in a location with a good signal.
4. Ethernet over Power - The next best thing to a wired connection. Ethernet over Power uses your homes wiring as one long ethernet cable. Fast, secure, cheap, and easy to setup.
5. Use smartphone as a hotspot - A quick and simple solution if you have good cell reception and a data plan. You will need to monitor your mobile data usage.
6. USB Tethering Smartphone - A quick and simple solution if you have good cell reception and a data plan. You will need to monitor your mobile data usage.  Mobile Phone - USB Tethering

Signal Strength Guide :

Ideally, you are looking to fall in the -60 dBm to -50 dBm range (since -30 dBm is unlikely). A signal strength around -67 dBm will work for a while, but this is the minimum strength you will want before your connection starts to suffer.

-30 dBm: This is the maximum signal strength. If you have this measurement, you are likely standing right next to the access point.

-50 dBm: This is considered an excellent signal.

-60 dBm: This is a good signal.

-67 dBm: This is the minimum for any online services that require a reliable connection and Wi-Fi signal strength.

-70 dBm: This is not a strong signal strength. You may be able to check your email.

-80 dBm: This is an unreliable signal strength. You may be able to connect to your network, but you will not support most online activity.

-90 dBm: This is a bad signal strength*.* You are not likely to connect to internet at this level.