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02-13-2021 11:05 AM
HP Windows 10 Home Edition, 2020 Microsoft Corporation
System: Processor Intel(r) Core(tm) i3-3110M CPU @2.40GHZ ; RAM 64-bit os, x64-based processor
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Computer Name: Terris; Full Computer Name: Terris; WORKGROUP
Product ID: 00326-10000-0000-AA931; Realtex Wi-fi Adapter 9a:b6:53:9e:91:41
Message the Wi-fi Adapter has "weak security WPA/WPA2 (TKIP) is not considered secure. If this is your Wi-Fi Network, configure the router to use WPA2 (AES) or WPA3 security type.
Problem:
We've had problems with the wi-fi "locking up or buffering" while streaming movies with high HD res.
It's worse when this "weak security" message appears on our other devices.
How do I reconfigure the router's security to the aforementioned types.
Please help this old lady! I'm afraid technology has finally passed my capabilities. Thank you!
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02-13-2021 06:37 PM
Hello. That would depend on your modem /router make and model rather than Windows or Hp. If you have buffering issues it's usually a weak signal or low bandwidth. The security warning won't affect speeds or bandwidth. Try using the device close to the wifi point and see if that makes a difference. If you still have issues you may need a router upgrade. Many internet providers offer a cheap upgrade option.
02-13-2021 06:37 PM
Hello. That would depend on your modem /router make and model rather than Windows or Hp. If you have buffering issues it's usually a weak signal or low bandwidth. The security warning won't affect speeds or bandwidth. Try using the device close to the wifi point and see if that makes a difference. If you still have issues you may need a router upgrade. Many internet providers offer a cheap upgrade option.
02-16-2021 07:19 AM
Thank you. After I posted my question, I checked my computer, the security is the recommended WPA2. It’s my & my husband’s brand new pads that have this warning. After receiving your comment, and speaking with our son (CS degree, R&D for Medical Language) who told me what you just said. I’m not going to worry. Thanks again!