Currently, local area networks are used for a wide variety of purposes, their applications extend far beyond connectivity ...

Before I started on the CNET broadband beat, I didn't know much about the internet. Like most people, I only thought about my ...

Ethernet cables do not have an expiry label on them but they have a life span. Being aware of the symptoms of cable failure, and how a cable can be degraded early by certain environments, will keep ...

If you have cable outlets at home, you can easily convert them into high-speed internet ports using a simple adapter. No rewiring needed.

While CAT 5, CAT 6 and CAT 7 cables are still widely used, CAT 8 (the most recent) is engineered for specialized high-speed environments. Ideal for data centers and server farms, CAT 8 bridges the ...

Serious about gaming? Here’s how to pick the right Ethernet cable for faster, smoother, and more reliable gameplay.

The ins and outs of 10BASE-T1L Ethernet. How cable length and link technology affect performance. Insight into how diagnostic and other tools can help maintain efficiency and peak performance. As ...

SmartWings’ new smart shades are the first we’ve seen to boast Matter-over-Ethernet connectivity, meaning no need for batteries or multiple cables.

Cat 6 cable also has four pairs of conductors, allowing you to feed multiple antennas with one cable, or to distribute power to amplifiers and switches along with antenna feeds. The downside?

If your Ethernet connection is capped at 100 Mbps despite having a gigabit-capable setup, there are several steps you can take to resolve this issue on Windows.

There are Cat5, Cat5e, Cat6 and others, but which do you need? Well all of these ethernet cables will work, but there are some differences depending on the speed required.