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Wi-Fi 8 is coming, but Ethernet still beats it for one simple reason

Be real, do you even need Wi-Fi 7?

Should you have both Ethernet and Wi-Fi for your home?

Ethernet will keep your devices connecting online in record time, while Wi-Fi keeps them untethered. But how well can they both work together?

This is the only Ethernet cable you actually need to run through your walls

Before you wire your whole house for Ethernet, run this one cable first

Your mesh Wi-Fi is still hitting walls, but a single Ethernet cable can fix it

A single Ethernet run can turn a flaky wireless bridge into a reliable backbone and bypass obstructive floors and studs.

Office Network Setup & Troubleshooting

Our office needs a reliable wired + wireless network built from the ground up, then hardened and fine-tuned so everyday work runs smoothly. The job covers three clear areas: • Net...

The 4 Ethernet cable myths you still believe

Does your home network really need another Ethernet upgrade?

Flat Ethernet cables probably aren't the answer to your home networking problem

For the most reliable performance, round Ethernet cables are generally superior.

I Thought WiFi Could Handle Everything. A Cheap Cable Proved Me Wrong

A fiber upgrade, WiFi booster, and software tweaks failed. Replacing one old Ethernet cable tripled the connection speed.

Why do some PCs have two Ethernet ports?

Dual Ethernet ports don't automatically provide faster speed, but they increase your networking options.

This Ethernet cable test tells you more than a speed test ever will

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

Ethernet cables can do more than just improve home internet

With some add-ons, these can gain a second life.

Your router's fastest Ethernet port might be sabotaging your NAS

You might be plugging your NAS into the wrong router port

At what length do Ethernet cables drop to lower speeds?

Running an Ethernet cable can provide faster speeds than Wi-Fi in many cases, but the length and type of cable make a difference.

Embedded Module Combines Wi-Fi and Ethernet Connectivity

The Backbone of Modern AI Data Centers: Networking the Gray Space

AI data centers rely on more than compute. See how Cisco unifies white and gray space to strengthen uptime, security, and efficiency.

When security moves at machine speed, campus networks can’t afford to stop

Learn how Live Protect and xFSU help campus teams reduce exposure, maintain connectivity, and deploy software updates with fewer disruptions as AI-assisted threats accelerate the n...

Stop routing Ethernet cables like this—the connector fails every time

This Ethernet cable routing mistake puts all the stress in the worst possible place

How to add extra Ethernet ports if your router doesn't have enough

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

Network test switches automate lab connections

Switches that let you connect and share test equipment through software, change network test setups, and reduce manual cabling. Network testing teams can configure and change test...

Building for the AI era: Inside Cisco IT’s Wi-Fi 7 revolution

Cisco IT upgraded to Wi-Fi 7 for 90,000 employees with zero downtime and record speed. See how a fully integrated Cisco networking stack, built for the AI era, made a complex globa...

Wi-Fi 8: The next evolution in enterprise connectivity

Gain a strategic edge in your network planning by mastering the shift from raw speed to intelligent connectivity. Arm yourself with the insights to proactively guide your organizat...

What to consider when buying an Ethernet switch for your home network

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.

Ethernet splitter vs switch: What's the difference and how do you use them?

At this point, there are very few situations in which you'll want to use an Ethernet splitter.

The best network is the right network (Telco Diary)

From the newsletter (September 21; sign-up or follow if you want it sooner): The best broadband network is not always fiber, says Mimosa Networks. FWA can make better economic sens...