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Speed tests are far from infallible, but we always try them first ...

Cat5 cables were the best option for wired networking (also called Ethernet) for a long time. But since the release of Cat6, that's changed. Cat6 is now considered the minimum standard for networking, ...

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Choosing an ethernet cable for your home network seems straightforward, but there’s more to it than you might think, especially if you don’t know what all the different names and numbers mean. If you ...

There is no doubting the convenience of Wi-Fi; it frees you up to roam around the house without interrupting that YouTube video or FaceTime chat. However, it isn't perfect, and sometimes Ethernet ...

Ethernet ports are often in short supply. If you run low, a cheap device lets you add more to your existing router without ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're even moderately familiar with computers and networking, you've probably fiddled around with a cable that connects your PC or laptop ...

Network switches are an easy way to add more Ethernet ports to your home network, but you'll need to pick from the many varieties available.

We’ll be testing a $199 audiophile-grade CAT 8 ethernet cable to determine if it improves our digital music streaming experience. High-end audio cables are a hot button issue for a lot of audiophiles ...

No matter how fast your internet connection is, there’s just no denying the fact that a hard-wired connection is going to be more reliable than a wireless one. When you’re in the midst of an online ...