I run my defrager frequently and I've scanned for viruses (I have McAfee, spybot, ad-aware and spydoctor), got firewalls and plenty of RAM. It's a cable modem but It frequently times out when accessing various sites.
2006-11-08 08:57:55 · 7 answers · asked by cynical 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
I highly endorse what Scott and Daniel said, but also like Goswin said, if you can muster up some geek courage you might also try a different operating system. Try a Linux varient, several of them are really easy to install, load desktop environments by default and have decent compatibility with the hardware you're probably running. And they don't bog down your computer. Ubuntu and Red Hat both come to mind.
2006-11-08 09:37:35 · answer #1 · answered by Roasted Kiwi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, first consider how it is connected to the computer. If you are using a wire to connect, then it is either ethernet or usb. Usb can give speed issues if you have a lot of different usb devices connected. (keyboard, mouse, cam, printer, modem) Ethernet is generally the fastest most reliable way to connect the modem to the computer. If you are using ethernet (looks like big phone plug), then I would look deeper into the possibility of spyware/virus. Wireless on the other hand is susceptible to interference. A microwave, or tv is generally at fault. Some phones cause issue with wireless networks as well. The distance from the computer to the wireless access point could be an issue. Look and see what is between your access point and computer, and try moving the access point around, even a small shift in position may fix the problem.
D.
2006-11-08 09:12:02 · answer #2 · answered by Daniel G 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your probably running too many softwares and its' taking your CPU and RAM energy. I'd get rid of Spybot and the firewall (if it's another one than Microsoft firewall) and I would install Windows Defender which is a great "adaware" removal program.
Also if you want to give it a try, download Microsoft OneCare, its' free for the first 90 days.
Finally, one thing that may be slowing your internet it the Phishing Filter in IE7, turn it off, you'll see a big differance.
Since you mention defrag, why not try Perfectdisk, you'll be impressed at how it defrags compared to Microsoft defragmentaton program.
2006-11-08 09:09:49 · answer #3 · answered by mystic_golfer 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You can monitor your bandwidth and usage. Most modems can be progd to the timeouts, but even the defaults should allow for all websites. Maybe your software is confd so tight that it blocks almost everything. When you get tired enough consider switching to Linux. Easy, light and secure. It`s free to try...
2006-11-08 09:33:36 · answer #4 · answered by Goswin 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like the problem lies with your cable modem. Since these are usually provided by your ISP, try contacting them to see if there is a firmware update that will improvie its preformance, or if it can be replaced with a newer model.
Also, make sure you have the latest drivers/firmware for your network card.
2006-11-08 09:03:17 · answer #5 · answered by karkov48 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
timing out is the website not ur computer. if your looking to speed up the internet your out of luck. Also if you keep limewire or another program like that open you computer and internet will slow.
2006-11-08 09:02:28 · answer #6 · answered by scott nj 23 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A cable doesn't time out, your always online, Give your cable company a call, they should help for nothing. Cox does anyway
2006-11-08 09:08:49 · answer #7 · answered by Johnnysbar 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋