Ethernet splitter vs. switch: Which one do you need? Ethernet switches and ethernet splitters seem, at first glance, to be basically the same thing. Their names and functions are similar. However, ...

For small businesses that need to connect a large number of nearby computers to the Internet, setting up a local wired network may be a cheaper solution than installing wireless routers and access ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There's no denying that society has become dependent on Wi-Fi. Sometimes, however, you need the speed, stability, and security that only a ...

You may need to monitor, or mirror, a port on an Ethernet switch to debug a data protocol, check for inappropriate use of your network or resolve a security breach. Using a monitor port on a network ...

To keep your devices connected and up to speed, having the best ethernet switch can improve your experience. If you are in an office or building where you have many devices, you will need more ports ...

Since these applications are remote, Power over Ethernet (PoE) provided via a local Ethernet switch would be the best option.