Do Parental Controls Slow Your Internet?
Most parental controls have minimal impact, but heavy filtering or outdated hardware can reduce speed.
When impact shows
- Older routers with limited CPU.
- Advanced filtering and logging enabled.
How to test
- Run tests with controls on and off.
- Compare latency and jitter.
Optimization tips
- Update firmware.
- Disable unused filtering features.
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What is the most common mistake?
Relying on a single test result or ignoring Wi‑Fi conditions is the most common mistake.