That said there are many different things that can cause your WiFi connection to stop working, with equally as many steps that you can take to fix them. Below are a number of solutions that you can use to fix any problem you may be having with your internet connection.

Check Your Laptop WiFi Button

Are you having problems connecting to the internet in your favourite restaurant of airport longue? The problem could be something very simple. If your laptop is failing to connect to any local wireless routers, unable to view a list of nearby wireless connections, you may want to check that the WiFi button on your laptop is switched to on.




The vast majority of laptops today have their own WiFi button that’s usually positioned somewhere around the top keys; a combination of anFn + another key will usually activate it. Other laptops may have a switch positioned on the side or front of the laptop.

Verify SSID and Password

If when you browse for nearby connections, you’re given a list of many available wireless networks you’ll want to make sure that you select the right one and that you enter the correct password for it. If you connect to the wrong router or you use the wrong password, the laptop will fail to make a connection with the network.




Check the Internet

If you are able to connect to your wireless router, but are unable to access the internet, the issue may be with your internet service and not your router or computer system. You’ll want to verify that there is nothing wrong with your internet connection; this can be done by connecting another device to your router, such as a Smartphone, tablet or laptop and attempting to access the internet through it. If you are able to access the internet on this new device, then it means the problem is with your computer.

Reposition the Wireless Router

If the connection issues that seem to happen only occur, the farther away you get from your wireless router then there is a good chance that the problem could be that you are on the fringes of the routers coverage zone. The simplest way for you to fix this problem would be to purchase a new router with better range; however, there are some other steps that you may want to attempt, before going to the store to purchase the new router.

Firstly, you’ll want to ensure that the router’s antenna is securely attached to the device. Next, make sure the router isn’t positioned behind a large object that could possibly be degrading or disrupting the signal. For the best possible results, consider positioning the router out in the open.




Reset the Router

It’s a fairly common occurrence for network routers, DSL modems and Cable modems to encounter problems that prohibit those connected to it from accessing the internet. To ensure that this isn’t the cause of your problem, you should consider powering down your router by disconnecting it from the mains. Once you have disconnected it, you’ll need to wait for no more than 30 seconds then reconnect the power. The router should take a couple of minutes for it to load up and reconnect to your ISP, once it has done that, you will then be able to carry out your test. If the problems persist, you may want to try rebooting your system.

Reinstall Wireless Device and Drivers

Corrupt or faulty device drivers are one of the main reasons why end users are unable to connect to their wireless network and access the internet. You’ll want to ensure that you are not having issues with your drivers, by doing the following:

1. First, remove the wireless device attached to your computer.

2. Then press Windows Key + R, to open the Run Command box, and type devmgmt.msc into it and click on OK.





3. Once Device Manager loads up, you’ll want to right click on your Wireless Device and Select Uninstall.





4. Once you have successfully uninstalled your Wireless Device, restart your computer.

5. When the computer finishes rebooting, connect your Wireless Device to your computer and reinstall your drivers.

Note: If reinstalling the drivers fails to fix your connectivity issue, then the problem may be caused by the drivers themselves. In which case, you’ll want to visit the official website of your wireless device and download the most up-to-date drivers for it.

–AUTHOR INFO—

Uchenna Ani-Okoye is a former IT Manager who now runs his own computer support website where you writes extensively on WiFi solutions and other computer related issues and topics.

As per the Wikipedia, a Smartwatch is a computerized wristwatch with features, which goes beyond just timekeeping and is therefore a device very much close to a PDA (Personal digital assistant). These watches are used to receive calls, check your emails and carry out a number of things, which you can carry out over your PDA. Smart watches come under the wearable device category and are available in the market in different price range. Apart from being popular among the developed nations, these are also seen now gearing up in India. Some of the popular ones in this country include the one from Sony, which carries a camera with a microphone and the one with Galaxy gear from the brand Samsung that is based on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean. The below is the list of smart watches found in India, let’s check the list of the same as under:

Samsung Galaxy Gear

The galaxy gear works on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean and works only for some selected kind of Android mobile devices. In future, Samsung Galaxy Gear would be seen compatible with Android handsets carrying Bluetooth 4.0 over the board. The watch simply appear classier in terms of design when you compare the same to any Sony Smartwatch and was seen in Indian markets since last month. It is available at the cost of around 23,000 Indian rupees.

Sony SmartWatch 2

Sony has once again embarked with a new Smartwatch by simply upgrading its earlier model carrying the NFC feature in order to produce Smartwatch 2. This device is water proof and empowered by Android mobile OS but it does not simply support the iOS. The watch comes up with a 1.6 inches display and you can use the same to get calls, check text messages, your social networking sites and of course your emails. With one charge, it goes up to 3 days, but you may be dejected to see the absence of 3G and Wi Fi connectivity. It is available at a cost of around Rs. 15K.

’m Watch

This Smartwatch is compatible with android, iOS and Blackberry 10 based devices. The ’m Watch comes with a 1.5 inches display screen, which carries a resolution of 240 by 240 Pixels and found running over the customized version of Android called as I’ m Droid 2. Apps could be easily installed over the Smartwatch by simply downloading the same from its committed I; market. With ’m Watch, you can check your emails, text message, Facebook messages and you could be connected via the Bluetooth as well. This device comes at the price of around 14k in the Indian market.

Casio G- Shock GB 6900AB-1

The designers have included one low powered Bluetooth 4.0 to this Smartwatch in order to make it smarter than the other watches. The Casio G- Shock GB 6900AB-1 allows you to read your text messages, pick your calls when you connect it to your iPhone device using the Bluetooth. You can find this feature being supported over the phone with the help of iOS 5.1 and hence it is not compatible with the other Android devices. G- Shock application can be downloaded from the App Store. The Smartwatch can cost you around 10k.