Online Gaming via WiFi

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markymark5005

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Hey, I've been struggling trying to find out what I should use to increase my WiFi connection so I can play games like TF2 and Garry's Mod. I know, WiFi is terrible for online gaming, but I don't have too much other choices. I can't move my router and I'm using a desktop, not a laptop, so I cannot simply move my computer (I also can't move it due to the lack of space in my house).

Anyways, I was wondering whether I should get a wireless repeater or a wireless adapter. I've somewhat singled it down to two different products (one a repeater and one an adapter) and just wanted to know if they were any good or if someone could suggest one for me.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...17145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B004NBL9WK

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Amped+W...pter/4360379.p?id=1218475609100&skuId=4360379
 
I don't think there's anything inherently wrong with using wifi for gaming. I do it all the time and have zero issues. As long as you have a good signal, the speed of the wifi connection is likely many times faster than your internet connection, and the real lag happens once the packets leave your house, not in the final 20 feet between your router and PC.

If you are having signal strength issues, maybe look for a higher gain or directional antenna you can attach to either your router or your PC? Or can you optimize the position of your current PC wireless adapter? For example if it is a USB adapter, put it on the end of a USB extension cord and move it higher up and away from your PC chassis, that should improve the reception
 
Wifi works fine for gaming. A lot of people have mentality that wifi is terrible when that really isn't true. You can get a good solid connection and game fine.

I don't know the difference between a repeater and adapter. I am sure someone else will let you know.
 
First thing to figure out is what your router is, so we can see what we have to work with.

You'd need a wifi adapter for your PC, so the first item you listed wouldn't work for your purposes. The second item, a USB-connected wifi adapter, would work for your needs.

As someone else stated above, your Internet connection will likely be the limiting factor in getting out to the Internet for speed than your internal wireless network.

Getting a 802.11N adapter at this point is pretty much a given, though knowing what your router is would figure out how well that would work with what you have.
 
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