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amythompson172

Online Gaming via WiFi

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.

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Hawk1

Gaming and wireless don't always go hand in hand. It does allow you to play games, but you might not like the lag especially if you need fast response times. My recommendation is to take one weekend and run a CAT6 cable from the router to the computer. It will cost you less in money, troubleshooting and headaches overall.
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deltuna

A Twitchy shooter like TF2 is live and die by the lag. Im afraid either of those arent going to perform up to competitive expectations. Hawk1 was right run some Ethernet and plug in directly.
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