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Home NetworkingEnglish · 1 year ago

Is a ethernet cable pointless if my router is in my room?

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Is a ethernet cable pointless if my router is in my room?

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Home NetworkingEnglish · 1 year ago

Like will it make a difference?

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It does, but it is also gradual over that length. Cat 5e cables are rated for full 1gbps at 100m, so in your case it’s not worth worrying about.

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