help with Netgear Wireless Router, please

[believo]

I have a netgear router mr814 and my internet connection is very slow when plugged into the router, even when my other computer is not logged on. I was thinking maybe someone was logged onto my router in my apartments, but i dunno how to block them. please help!
thanks

 

[crazzyeddie]

Your speed problem might be due to range... try reading this to get the best reception possible: Reception Also, have you tried plugging your computer directly into your modem to see if you get good speeds without the router?

For security (general keeping people out of your network) steps, try this page: Security