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Post #1
Hi. I have had this problem for years now, but only now did I realize that it was due to my staggering 96% packet loss! (According to pingtest.net) Now, what I experience is a really slow net and many time-outs. I have tried to change my DNS and…. nothing seems to help. Help would be MUCH appreciated. Thank you.
Post #2
This is almost sure to be hardware. Bad CAT5 Ethernet cable(s), defective network card/chipset, defective broadband modem or router. Could also be caused by the wire connecting your home to the local network, either cable or DSL. I'd start by having your ISP run a line test to see what the quality is.
Post #3
Sorry for the VERY late responce. Anyhow, I did that ISP thingy and they said that everything is fine. I am starting to think that might it be something to do with the hardware in the area? I live in a complex of houses that were built about 16 years ago. So, I wonder if that could do it? Perhaps some lines are corroded? Thanks!
Post #4
While ISP's are notorious for blaming the user's local equipment, they may have a point when running a "line test", indicating that the signal is within their arbitrary "good" parameters…. up to the point that it enters your equipment. Ztruker's suggestions may provide a plan for your further investigation. I've recently had a similar situation. The ISP line-test found good signal, but suspected a problem with the modem they supplied. I swapped to a different modem, and haven't had the problem since. Of course the ISP would not help with the expense of replacing the modem. :P
Post #5
The easiest and cheapest thing to try first is a new PCI Network card. You can get them for $5 from internet shops like NewEgg or TigerDirect or similar. Might even find a few cheap ones at Walmart :D
Post #6
You know, it might be my router; I have the same ISP in both my dad's and my mum's place, and yet they have a different router. Perhaps my mum's isn't as good. Well, I will certainly try that as well as (if that doesn't work) getting that 5 dollar thing. Thanks to the both of you.

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