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The most common causes for frequent buffering include: - 

• A slow or unstable internet connection.
• A poor-quality Wi-Fi signal.
• Network congestion or high bandwidth usage.
• Outdated apps or an old device.
• Streaming in higher video quality than your internet connection can handle.

Try the following steps: - 

• Pause the video/game for a few seconds to let it build up enough data to resume.
• Lower the streaming quality from 1080p to 720p.
• Close other apps or devices to reduce bandwidth usage.
• Use a wired ethernet connection.
• Move close to your router if you are using a Wi-Fi connection.
• Restart your router.
• Check if there is an update for the streaming app or your devices firmware.

Below is a general guide: 

• Standard Definition: 3-4 Mbps.
• High Definition: 5-8 Mbps.
• 4K/Ultra HD: 15-25 Mbps.

Possible reasons for your streaming still buffering are: - 

• Inconsistent internet speed.
• Wi-Fi signal keeps dropping.
• The ISP (Internet service provider) or streaming service is overloaded.
• Device performance issues (E.g., overheating, low memory).

Try the following: - 

• Run an internet speed test using for example Speedtest.net.
• Try streaming on a different device.
• Use a different streaming platform (E.g., YouTube).