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title: What are parallel networks?
description: Parallel networks are conflicting WiFinetworks operating causing interference to one another.This interference degrades the overall performance and reliability of all the networks involved. It can lead to reduced network speeds, dropped connections, and increased latency.
url: "https://www.bluestreamfiber.com/support/what-are-parallel-networks/"
updated: "2025-03-20"
category: "Internet & WiFi / Internet Troubleshooting & FAQs"
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# What are parallel networks?

Parallel networks are conflicting WiFinetworks operating causing interference to one another.This interference degrades the overall performance and reliability of all the networks involved. It can lead to reduced network speeds, dropped connections, and increased latency.