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Since we've only gotten the initial post from the user, it is all speculation until he comes back with some answers.
Certainly. I choose to answer the question as best I could based on what the OP says. Others take the gather more information approach. And sometimes with very non-technical posters the actual question remains speculative no matter what. Somehow it all seems to help at least some of the people some of the time.
Right. 3.5mbps seems low for a cable connection. But to some, DSL also come in via a 'cable'.
Sorry guys for the late reply, just to clear things up i am using a modem-router, ADSL 2+ and using ethernet for my pc although the wifi speed in close proximity is identical.
Right. ADSL, not a coax 'cable'.
What speed do you pay your ISP for?
I dont believe they quoted us a specific speed, just stated we are getting ADSL 2+ which is up to 20Mb/s
Well...ADSL depends greatly on your specific distance to the local exchange.
Yes, ADSL may go up to around 20Mbps. But only if you live right next to the exchange, and have really good quality copper.
A different router can't fix that.
using 'www.adsl2exchanges.com.au' i am 2660m from the exchange as the crow flies, an estimated cable length of 3325 m and an estimated speed of 5Mb/s
As the crow flies is not how the wire is laid....
Estimated wire distance is 'estimated'.
So. A theoretical max of 5Mbps based on distance.
Give up a little bit for a section of crappy copper in between, or in your house, and we arrive at what your seeing - 3.5Mbps.
A new router can't change that.
Very likely, you're getting the max you can at your specific residence, with that ADSL technology.