New Delhi, Oct. 22 -- Ever lost an online game because of internet lag or high ping? I know how that feels, so I spend my whole day figuring out how to reduce this network lag or stutter. In my case, the culprit was my router placement, but your reason may be different, so I am listing all the methods that you can try and fix your home network for gaming.

If possible, I recommend that you use a wired Ethernet connection when playing an online game. Wired connection ensures consistent speeds and much lower latency compared to the Wireless connection. For better results, you should use good-quality Cat 6 or Cat 7 cables.

Router placement is important for a consistent wireless connection throughout your house. It should be away from walls,...