There are various factors that have a bearing on the speed you experience. Prominent among them are: Distance from router could impact speed, especially ofthere are obstructions like walls in the way. The device itself could have a configuration that is not built for the high speeds on the Optimum network. Many devices accessing the network at the same time can have an impact on speed. For cable networks, the speed could also reduce if more number of users start accessing the internet during a certain period of time. While Wi-Fi is convenient, it is not as fast as a ired connection. For heavy-duty applications like gaming, a wired connection is recommended. The website you are trying to access could also be experiencing unusually high traffic and struggling to respond.