Slow internet can be fixed by simply purchasing an Ethernet cable, but choosing the right one for your home can be tricky. We ...

I use a simple unmanaged switch to expand my wired Ethernet access without complicating my home network.

There was a time, before I started covering broadband for CNET, I didn't think much about how the internet actually worked. Like most people, I only noticed it when my connection went down. Once I ...

Cat6 is the best Ethernet cable for most home networks, offering fast speeds without the high cost of Cat7 or Cat8.

Whenever you see a box with a few Ethernet ports, it’s either referred to as a router, or a switch, sometimes people will even use the word “hub”! Fortunately, it’s simpler than it may seem. A router ...

Over the last few months I've been upgrading my home network to 2.5 gigabit and figured there was enough of note to be worth a post. Findings in no particular order: -In terms of hardware ecosystem, ...

If you've browsed new motherboards, you might have noticed that some of them come with two Ethernet ports. Redundancy is the ...

I recently setup a ethernet home network using a 4 port Linksys router/switch i purchased. I am not wanting to expand my network into the wireless area but prefer not to go out and purchase a ...

What if you could achieve blazing-fast Ethernet speeds at home without the hassle of bulky cables ruining your space? In this guide, Apalrd’s Adventures explains how to use fiber optic technology to ...

Smart TVs come loaded with ports nowadays, and when you look at the back of yours, chances are you'll find a few HDMI ports, ...